“Xposure Sharjah”: The largest photography festival in the Middle East
Greetings to the viewers wherever you are in this special episode of the Culture program from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. In this episode, you will learn about the International Photography Festival "Hekmah," which is considered the largest photography festival in the Middle East. Welcome to Sharjah, everyone, at the International Photography Festival X4 Ahli, where artist Khamis Al Masoori is showcasing a series of photographs at the Abu Shair Exhibition about the missing persons of the civil war in Lebanon. Representing Lebanon, he talks about the missing persons of the civil war in this project, which started in 2010 or later. Do raindrops control the project? The pictures narrate the story of the missing individuals, waiting for their fate. There are also portraits and other types of photos at the exhibition. Toothpaste brand Crest featured an image telling a story of loss. A Palestinian woman, Um Aziz, had her children taken or disappeared in Beirut suburbs. Um Aziz, a woman who has kept mementos of her children. This project highlights stories of individuals and their families affected by war and conflict. Rania Matter and other artists present artworks with political, social, and aesthetic commentary at the exhibition. The participants engage with various issues through their artwork. As for the eye, working on the missing persons project, a man who passed away had informed his wife about the missing individuals. Their families are desperately seeking answers. After the explosion in Beirut in 2020, many artists directed their focus on Lebanon once again. The project captured the impact of the explosion on individuals and society. Rania, a Lebanese Palestinian photographer, captured images reflecting the impact of the civil war on Lebanon. The work reflects the experience of women over 50 years in the country. Monica, a teacher born during the civil war, shared stories of individuals affected by conflict. Memories and experiences are shared through photographs and personal recollections. The exhibition highlights the impact of war and conflict on individuals and society. Artists and photographers present a diverse range of works at the festival, showcasing the beauty and complexities of life.