‘Footprints of Hope’ reflects Goa’s rich cultural heritage, will feature the works of 62 artists from diverse faith backgrounds, each presenting pieces that embody the enduring legacy of Saint Francis Xavier, a revered figure in Goa. The inauguration will be officiated by Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrão, Archbishop of Goa and Daman, who will emphasize the Saint’s lasting impact on the identity and culture of Goa. The event will also be attended by the Auxiliary Bishop of Goa and Daman, Rev Simião Purificação Fernandes, Fr Henry Falcão, the Convenor of the Exposition Committee, as well as the Curators and contributing artists.
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The exhibition, thoughtfully organized with a focus on contemporary significance, offers attendees an opportunity for introspection through a variety of paintings. Esteemed artists including Alvito D’Costa, Alexyz, Angela Ferrao, Bianca Menezes, Bismarck Dias, Clarice Vaz, Chandan Crasta, Cornelia Sequeira, Dr. Razia Pires, Evita Pereira e Silva, Fernanda de Melo, Francis De Sousa, Fr. Ankith D’Souza, Fr. Lodovico Godinho, Govind Silimkhan, Ignatius Menezes, Justino Lobo, Julio D’Souza, the late Joao Fernandes, Julian Mascarenhas, Julias Rocha, Kalidas Satardekar, Leticia Alvares, Liesl Cotta De Souza, Lilia Rodrigues, Louis, Livien Mendes, Loretti Pinto, Malcolm Rebello, Manjunaath Naik, Manuela Alvares, Manuela Gomes, Marcio Fernandes, Mark D’Souza, Melanie Da Costa Pereira, Michael Rodrigues, Mohan Naik, Mohit Naik, Nadia De Souza, Natasha Andrade, Nirupa Naik, Osborn Carvalho, Presley D’Costa, Querozito De Souza, Raj Fernandes, Rohan Pai Dhungat, Roopa Fernandes, Rudi D’Silva, Ryan Abreu, Sagar Naik Mule, Salvador Fernandes, Sanjay Harmalkar, Sandesh Naik, Shailesh Dabholkar, Sonia Rodrigues Sabharwal, Swapnesh Vaigankar, Tamara Borges, Theresa Carvalho, Vasudev Shetye, Verodina Ferrao De Sousa, Viraj Naik, Walter De Souza, and Yolanda Kammermeier have vividly illustrated the theme, employing symbols and motifs associated with the life and mission of Saint Francis Xavier. Certain artworks depict him with a Crucifix, symbolizing his dedication to disseminating the Gospel, while others illustrate him with a flaming heart and lily, signifying his profound love for God and commitment to purity.
