The regional art competition for youth, organized by the Tunisian Ministry of Cultural Affairs, was held in Ghazala, Banzart, from October 9-10. The event saw participation from eight cultural centers and the Sheikh Idris Cultural Complex in Banzart. A total of 08 centers took part in the competition. The competition aimed to promote artistic talent among young people and provide a platform for them to showcase their skills.

The competition featured various categories, including painting, photography, and sculpture. A panel of judges evaluated the entries and awarded prizes to the winners. In the painting category, the top prize went to Farah Thawadi, who created a piece inspired by the stories of Abd al-Aziz al-Arroui. Other winners included Hind bin Hamouda, Lina al-Majri, Farah al-Malawi, Islam al-Abbasi, Nur al-Fatnasi, and Arij al-Nasim al-Hamami.

The photography category saw Hind bin Hamouda take the top prize for her work, "Between the Demise of Human Industry and the Eternity of Nature." Other winners in this category included Alaa al-Din al-Hamami, who searched for "On the Edge of Ash," and Sara Dilu, who explored "The Sector." The judges also recognized several other notable works, including a sculpture titled "Sword of Ahmad Bey al-Mathqob" by Israa al-Thawadi.

The competition also featured a special category for children, in which Maryam Bouazizi from the Birim Cultural Center in Manzil Bourequiba took part. The event was attended by Fouzi bin Qirat, the regional delegate for cultural affairs in Banzart, and Najah al-Dawawi, the director of the Ghazala Cultural Center. The competition was held at the Ghazala Cultural Center, which was inaugurated on July 22, 2022.

Since its inauguration, the Ghazala Cultural Center has played a significant role in promoting cultural and artistic activities in the region. The center has hosted numerous events and has provided a platform for young people to discover their talents in various artistic and literary fields. The winners of the competition will go on to participate in national competitions.

The event was widely appreciated by participants and attendees alike, who praised the initiative for promoting artistic talent among young people. The competition is seen as an important step towards encouraging creativity and innovation among Tunisia's youth. The Ghazala Cultural Center has become a hub for artistic and cultural activities in the region.

The regional art competition for youth in Ghazala is part of a broader effort to promote cultural and artistic development in Tunisia. The event reflects the country's commitment to supporting young artists and providing them with opportunities to showcase their talents. The competition will continue to inspire young artists to pursue their passions and develop their skills.

Key points

  • The competition featured various categories, including painting, photography, and sculpture.
  • The Ghazala Cultural Center has played a significant role in promoting cultural and artistic activities in the region since its inauguration on July 22, 2022.
  • The winners of the competition will go on to participate in national competitions.

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