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6/21/24, 1:51 PM DIPW concludes 1st phase of ‘Illustrations for Children’s Stories’ workshop - Middle East News 247

The workshop comes as part of DIPW’s commitment to enhancing the realm of literature and fostering the

potential of emerging artists and talents. Its primary goal is to provide them with the requisite skills and
resources to pursue their literary and creative endeavors, realizing the vital role they play in advancing the
creation, dissemination, and development of knowledge.

The workshop’s first phase, which commenced on 20 May 2024, and lasted over two months, was
successfully concluded. Fatima Al-Amiri, writer and illustrator, led the workshop and delivered a broad range

of hands-on training exercises focused on innovative techniques, creative tools, and novel visual effects in
the creation of illustrations for children’s stories. Together with teaching the fundamentals of developing

characters and illustrating story scenes, the activities also covered the principles of writing children’s novels.

During this phase, participants gained knowledge regarding the fundamental elements and aesthetic aspects

of children’s stories, including understanding the selection of suitable colors, arranging elements on the
page, and effectively utilizing blank spaces. Furthermore, they were also introduced to a diverse collection of
Arabic and non-Arabic story models, acquiring familiarity with various global methods for designing and

producing engaging children’s stories and books.

Participants also had the unique opportunity to receive practical training sessions focused on book cover

designs. This training was targeted at educating them about the common mistakes so they could steer clear
and have a thorough understanding of the artistic processes involved in book production. With these

necessary skills and theoretical knowledge, the participants are well-prepared to produce illustrative
scenarios for stories crafted by their fellow peers in other storytelling workshops conducted by DIPW. These

illustrations will undergo further feedback and guidance from the workshop facilitators before being prepared
for publication in the next phase.

Through its flagship innovative knowledge initiatives and projects, DIPW has secured numerous remarkable
feats across Arab countries, including Kuwait, Tunisia, Morocco, and Egypt. Remarkably, the program has
established itself as a leading intellectual platform that plays an instrumental role in promoting a significant

Arab renaissance in children’s literature. Its main focus falls on fostering young and creative talents in
children’s writing while offering support, encouragement, and enhancement of their abilities.

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