Painting Exhibition
Faranak Foundation in Collaboration with Faranak Impact and Parvaneha Association
Join us for
"Paint What Words Cannot Say", a national painting exhibition for DHH children.
Date: March 25, 2026 ​
Faranak Foundation invites all children and teens
(ages 5–16)
Paint What Words Cannot Say
Watch the Call for Artworks in ASL here.
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To every child who listens with their heart,
To every young artist whose silence sings
We invite you to paint your truth.
Are you between the ages of 5 and 16?
Are you Deaf or hard of hearing? Or a friend of someone who is?
Do you have a story that lives in color?
Then this canvas is yours.
1- My Happy World
Imagine a joyful world where all children are friends, where every voice is heard, every difference is embraced, and every culture is celebrated across Canada.
2- My Supperpower
Show how your hearing device, sign language, or anything you love makes your world magical with any cultural background, wherever you live in Canada!
3- Inspired by Gush-Goli (Flower-Ear)
Bring the magical story of Gush-Goli — Flower-Ear — to life through your art!
Listen to the story on our YouTube or visit us on Instagram. Then draw what inspires you from the story, let your imagination bloom!
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Listen to Gush-Goli in Farsi.
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How to Submit Your Artwork:
Upload a high-quality, clear image of your painting (with no borders).
Please submit it using the form below.
đź“… Submission Deadline: February 28, 2026
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Join us in celebrating National Deaf History Month and showcase your creativity in this wonderful event!
