ARTISTS and photographers will be flocking to Al Areen Wildlife Park and Reserve in Zallaq this weekend to reconnect with nature in an environmental awareness initiative.
The ‘Live: ECO-ART’, taking place tomorrow, is the brainchild of educator, environmental enthusiast and self-taught artist Dr Anamica Bhattacharya who has conducted a series of workshops, demonstrations and talks over the year to inspire and motivate people during the pandemic.
Dr Anamica
“My aim is to raise awareness about the environment and how it is important to all of us,” said the science teacher from Umm Al Hassam.
“People can incorporate their love of nature by exploring the park and I thought what better way to capture the beauty of plants, birds and animals than by using art and photography?”
Prominent nature photographer Dr Ajay Kumar Singh, known for his award-winning image of picture-perfect pink flamingos, will be taking part along with popular artists Mohamed Taha, Subho Sarkar, Anil Sharma, Pallavi Jain, Niju Joy and Anuja Shiv.
Dr Singh
Animal science expert and passionate photographer Alexandria Andrews will also be present.
People will begin gathering at 10.30am at the park gates and the event will run from 11am to 1pm.
The organisers will provide drinking water to keep everyone hydrated as well as supplies such as colours, white sheets of paper, pens and tissues. Participants need to provide their own cameras, canvases and easels.
At the end of the event, everyone will receive an e-certificate.
The number of participants for the free event is limited; hence, those interested must register by contacting 34136058.
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