Culture Minister opens first Doha Photography Festival

Published: 9 November 2024

Qatar News Agency
Doha

Minister of Culture Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Thani opened Friday the inaugural “Doha Photography Festi-val”, which is held as part of the cultural season activities, and is organized by the Qatar Photography Center affiliated to the Ministry of Culture.

It will continue until November 13, with the participation of 8 international companies specialized in photography cam-eras.

The opening of the festival, which is held opposite Darb Al Saai in Umm Salal, was attended by several ministers.

The festival includes several personal and group exhibitions of old photos and cameras, in addition to a place dedicat-ed to displaying film images, and a main theater where lectures and seminars are held by international photographers, in addition to organizing workshops and interactive platforms for the public.

Assistant Undersecretary for Cultural Affairs at the Ministry of Culture Dr. Ghanem bin Mubarak Al Ali, said that the ministry seeks, through the Doha Photography Festival, to promote photographic heritage and culture, by displaying old cameras and photos, and developing the skills of photographers.

Director of the Qatar Photography Center Jassim Ahmed Al Buainain said, “The festival seeks to provide a platform for displaying works, as it will include more than 30 photography exhibitions, allowing local photographers to communicate with the public,” noting the participation of a group of international companies, including Canon, Nikon, and Sony, in addition to local and Gulf shops specializing in photography equipment, which enriches the experience of participants and visitors alike.