LIFEART FOUNDATION
We offer freedom of expression for emerging artists
ABOUT
Founded in October 2016, LifeArt Foundation ultimate aim is to inspire and promote Global Media makers offering them a canvas for freedom of expression and the tools to build the future of Media. The foundation primary goal is to provide a stable platform for Film, tv, web and VR filmmakers to present their work to global audiences and explore the world of Media.
MISSION
The LifeArt Foundation mission is to establish a philanthropic identity as a cultural preserver and a fortified patron of literacy advancement in the fields of arts and humanities on a local and globalized level.
AIMS
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to involve and serve the next generation of entrepreneurs, investors, leaders, and advocates in its community to provide cause work opportunities.
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to partner with authors and educators to inspire the public in the field of arts and humanities
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to create and host innovative, educational conferences, panel discussions, digital productions through partnerships with renowned institutions and organizations.
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to compile archival data and produce innovative material dedicated to cinematic history
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to recognize and reward the unique skills of emerging artists.
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to fulfill its philanthropic vision in order to preserve and enhance the culture of the arts in return.
BENEFICIARY GROUPS
HOSTING CITIES
The City of Los Angeles, San Antonio, Athens and the island of Santorini , already welcomed and embraced LifeArt Festival.
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Festival’s activities in these iconic locations provide an international medium for social expression in the country, thus promoting city as a center of modern cultural exchange between artists and audiences from around world.
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Enhance the economic growth of by encouraging local artists to pursue their endeavors, allowing for artists to reach the top of the entertainment industry.
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Create a warm atmosphere that will encourage filmmakers, volunteers, and audiences to explore together the contemporary artistic scene of the cities.
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Promote these cities as filming and events locations for the global film industry.
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By hosting the highest-quality artistic events, the festival links modern art to the chain of global film culture. The hosting cities will be promoted by global Media as modern locations that bring people together to explore new cultures and celebrate creativity.
SUPPORTED BY
Governmental:
Tommy Calvert – San Antonio Commissioner (Texas, USA)
Ministry of Tourism (Greece)
Municipality of Athens (Greece)
EKOME - National Center of AudioVisual Media and Communication (Greece)
Organisations / Institutions:
New York Film Academy (US)
International Web TV Academy of Television (US)
China Film Archive (China)
LIKE - European Regions and Cities for Culture (France)
Michael Cacoyiannis Foundation (Greece)
Peking University (China)
Michigan University (USA)
The Ohio State University (USA)
Leeds University (UK)
Nottingham University (UK)
Massey University (New Zealand)
Valladolid University (Spain)
IES Santísima Trinidad Baeza (Spain)
Scriptwriters Guild (Greece)
Athens Information Technology (Greece)
Mediterranean Film Institute (Greece)
ASHOKA Greece (Greece)
IES Santísima Trinidad Baeza (Spain)
BAM – La Bottega di Antonio Manta (Italy)
Personalities:
Oliver Stone (Director & Scriptwriter )
Chris Cornell (musician)
Mikis Theodorakis' (Musician)
Evan Spiliotopoulos (Screenwriter Hercules & Beauty & the Beast)
Ariel Vromen (Director)
Omar Faruk Tekbilek (Musician)
Patrick Tatopoulos (Production Designer, Director) Organisations:
Festivals:
Pune International Film Festival (India)
Art Carnuntum International Festival and Symposion (Austria)
Anima Syros international animation Festival
Drama International Short Fil Festival
Media:
Euronews
L.A. Confidential Magazine
Angeleno Megazine
Cosmote TV
Pepper 96.6 fm
Travelling News
National Geographic Channel
Spentzos Film
Companies:
SUMATRA Films (US)
Gate Productions (US)
General Shipping Services (Greece)
Atlas Maritime Ltd.(UK)
Circus Dayz – The Circus School of Athens (Greece)
Everbliss Music (Israel)
Songs to your Eyes (US)
Clap the Restaurant (US)
Personalities:
Oliver Stone (Director & Scriptwriter )
Chris Cornell (musician)
Mikis Theodorakis' (Musician)
Evan Spiliotopoulos (Screenwriter Hercules & Beauty & the Beast)
Ariel Vromen (Director)
Omar Faruk Tekbilek (Musician)
Patrick Tatopoulos (Production Designer, Director) Organisations:
Sponsors:
Nu Boyana Film Studios (Sofia, Bulgaria)
Zolotas House of Jewelry (Paris, France)