Whispers of the Nature: A Celebration of Art, Environment, and Youth Voices Funun Arts Group, in collaboration with Novotel Sharjah Expo Center, proudly inaugurated Whispers of the Nature—a vibrant and meaningful tribute to World Environment Day and World Ocean Day.
The event beautifully wove together themes of creativity, sustainability, and community through three impactful segments: the Youth Forum, Sustainable Live Painting, and an Art Exhibition. The opening ceremony was graced by the esteemed Mr. Ahmed Al Awadhi and other distinguished guests, who officially launched the event and applauded the participating artists for their dedication to using art as a voice for nature.
The exhibition featured 35 captivating artworks created by 27 talented artists representing 13 nationalities, each expressing the intricate relationship between flora, fauna, and humanity. Participating artists included Adina Simona Mazhar (Romania), Andleeb Khan (India), Avigyan Bhattacharya (India), Bhumika Maniyar (India), Dr. Anum Anwar Ali (Pakistan), Erum Durrani (Pakistan), Fatima Ahmmed (UAE), Isabelle Alves da Silva Neves (Mauritius), Kosha Tarsaria (India), Leena Kewlani (India), Marwa Elbadawi (Egypt), Maryam Nadimi (Canada/Iran), Mukta Yukti (India), Nashwa Zaghamero (Egypt), Nataliia Venerova (Russia), Pari Sagar (India), Paulomi Rana (India), Parvin Fathi (Iran), Rayan Omer Hamed (Sudan), Rita Chehab (Lebanon), Sahar Shabnoor Ansari (India), Soobika Fawad (Pakistan), Stuti Parikh (India), Suva Mishra (India), Swapanthi N Vadlamani (India), Yashi Khatanhar (India), and our youngest artist Sanav Pargi (India), who also holds the title of Youngest Art Ambassador of Funun Arts Group. Their artworks will remain on display for public viewing at Novotel Sharjah until August 21, 2025.
The event’s first segment, the Youth Forum, featured Honorable Speaker Ms. Farah Naz, a renowned climate change strategist and Director of Climate and Sustainability Advisory at AECOM Middle East. Her inspiring keynote was followed by eight dynamic youth speakers: Khadija Jabeen (De Montfort University Dubai), Sehajleen Kaur (Ryan International School, Sharjah), Rishit Chauhan (Ambassador School, Sharjah), Aaradhya Vij (Pace British School, Sharjah), Aafiya Faisal and Fatima Muhammad (International School of Creative Science, Sharjah), and Manasvi Manoj and Tejas Sohaney (Delhi Private School, Sharjah). Under the theme “My Promise to the Planet: Small Actions, Big Changes,” they passionately shared their visions for a greener future.
The second segment was a Sustainable Live Painting session where all participating artists came together to creatively express the essence of World Ocean Day by painting on eco-friendly tote bags—an activity that highlighted how art can promote environmental awareness and responsible practices.
The final segment, the Art Exhibition, transformed the hotel space into a gallery of vibrant interpretations of nature, biodiversity, and coexistence, leaving visitors inspired and reflective.
Funun Arts Group extends its heartfelt gratitude to Novotel Sharjah Expo Center for their unwavering support and for providing a beautiful platform to celebrate the synergy of art and nature.
Special thanks go to our Nature, Creativity & Sustainability Partner—The Green Revolution—for generously sponsoring a stunning array of plants that brought life to the event and were gifted to artists and guests as a symbol of growth and green living.
We are also deeply grateful to young artist Avigyan Bhattacharya, who crafted exquisite handmade greeting cards using real dried flowers—adding a personal, thoughtful, and sustainable touch to the event’s offerings.
Whispers of the Nature was not just an exhibition—it was a movement, a message, and a moment to reflect on how every brushstroke, every word, and every action can help shape a greener, more compassionate world.
