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where  my  drawings  complement  and  enhance
                                                                     the storytelling elements of written works.

                                                                     You also write. What exactly do you do in this
                                                                     field?
                                                                     My writing is deeply rooted in a commitment to
                                                                     shedding light on the experiences of marginalised
                                                                     and  oppressed  individuals.  This  passion  stems
                                                                     from  a  personal  journey  with  injustice  that
                                                                     began in my early years when I witnessed a child
                                                                     being  heavily  bullied.  The  profound  sense  of
                                                                     helplessness that accompanied that moment left
                                                                     an indelible mark on me, serving as a catalyst
                                                                     for my dedication to focusing on the voices of
                                                                     those who often get ignored. Predominantly, I
                                                                     focus on the stories of the poor, the oppressed,
                                                                     and the marginalised. I strive to bring attention
                                                                     to  their  struggles,  emphasising  the  challenges
                                                                     they face in securing the basic human right to
                                                                     live a dignified life. Through my words, I seek
                                                                     to create a platform for their narratives, allowing
                                                                     their stories to resonate and, hopefully, inspire
                                                                     positive change.

                                                                     This commitment to social justice and advocacy
                                                                     is a thread that runs through my literary works,
                                                                     discussing narratives that challenge social norms
                                                                     and  call  for  an  equitable  and  compassionate
                                                                     world.

              What about your own art? Could you tell us a little more about it?  Do you have upcoming events?
              My personal art particularly focuses on portraying faces using vibrant   I  have  a  personal  exhibition  planned  in
              colours. The visual aspect of art has always been a compelling medium   Switzerland  soon,  offering  an  international
              for me. Beyond local showcases, my art has reached an international   platform  for  my  art.  Additionally,  I’m  in  the
              audience through participation in the China Biennale and the National   early stages of writing a new collection of short
              Museum in China, Beijing, as well as the South Korea Biennale. These   stories,  continuing  my  exploration  of  diverse
              opportunities have not only allowed me to share my artistic vision on   narratives.                                                Meet  Dr SAAIB GHAZI
              a global scale but have also exposed me to diverse perspectives and
              artistic influences.                                   Finally,  if  you  have  a  message  to  our  readers,                                              - an outstanding Iraqi Canadian Filmmaker
                                                                     what would that be?
              Drawing, for me, serves as a deeply personal outlet, distinct from what    To your readers, I would like to convey a simple
              writing  provides.  The  act  of  creating  visual  arts  allows  me  another   yet important message. In my perspective, our
              significant form of self-expression. Art is where colours, shapes, and   life’s mission is to leave a positive impact. If, in
              forms come together to convey a spectrum of emotions and ideas. In   any small way, we can lift someone up or improve                    He is a man of many talents – he writes and makes   for them, and take your time watching them, they
              my work, I often explore the theme of faces, which take on various   the  lives  of  any  living  being,  we  are  actively              films, in addition to his other activities – sharing   are worth it – and worth watching again. We were
              manifestations – at times resembling masks, at other times capturing   combating the ugliness in the world. Each act of                  his  passion  for  the  7the  art,  the  cinema,  with   lucky to meet this highly articulate man and ask
              raw expressions.                                       kindness, no matter how modest, contributes to                                    students both in Iraq and elsewhere. If you have   him about his art.
                                                                     a collective effort in making the world a better                                  a chance to meet Dr Ghazi the first thing you will
              An  interesting  facet  of  my  artistic  journey  is  the  demand  for  my   place. Let’s strive to leave a positive mark and           notice is that he has a big and generous heart. You
              drawings  from  fellow  writers  who  have  sought  my  artwork  for   inspire change wherever we go.                                    can feel in his films his kindness and empathy.   You  are  a  filmmaker  and  a  writer  from  Iraq,
              their  book  covers.  This  interplay  between  visual  and  literary  arts                                                              He has made many films, some of which you can   living in Canada. Could you tell us a little about
              underscores  the  interconnectedness  of forms  of creative  expression,                                                                                                        yourself, especially your background in art, and
                                                                                                                                                       watch on Youtube, and he continues to do so. Look   your art?



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