'Wathiq' art camp: A platform for cultural identity
As many as 30 young men and women are participating in the camp, which features a series of workshops. These include Idea Development presented by Bahraini director and producer Sana al Zayani; Forming Film Teams and Role Distribution in Film-making, led by Omani director Anwar al Ruzaiqi; Screenwriting, conducted by scriptwriter Qaisar bin Salim al Hinai; Cinematography and Lighting in Documentary Film-making, presented by Egyptian director Hamdy Wahba; Film Directing, led by Moroccan director Dr Majida Benkirane; and Editing and Colour Grading, delivered by producer Radhi al Khumaisi. - ONA
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