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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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