2017: Gulf Photo Plus Photo Week

Image taken at GPP Photo Week. Courtesy of Gulf Photo Plus.

Coming to its 13th edition, GPP Photo Week 2017 will run from February 10 – 17 in Alserkal Avenue Dubai. The festival is a week-long event that unites internationally renowned photographers across a range of disciplines with professional and amateur photographers looking to develop their photography knowledge and skills. The workshops will be led by some of the world’s leading photographers including conceptual & fantastical photographer, Ben Von Wong and documentary photographer Maggie Steber.

Sony PhotoFriday will also be part of the event with include 12 90-minute seminars, technical and inspirational talks, and creative panels. Sony PhotoFriday will also include free camera cleaning services by the world’s leading photography brands, a showcase of the latest gear, as well as exclusive special offers. The day will conclude with a special screening of acclaimed contemporary artist Hassan Hajjaj’s first film, Karima: A day in the life of a Henna Girl. The film which is presented in collaboration with independent cinema platform, Cinema Akil, will be shown at The Yard in Alserkal Avenue.

There is lots to look forward to next year and this is only one of the many things to mark out on your calendar.

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