Dr. Mohammed Fayez Farhat, Chairman of Al-Ahram Establishment, inaugurated the eighth edition of the Arab Forum for Caricature Pioneers on Monday. Organized by the Arab Association for Caricature Arts, headed by satirist and artist Emad Gomaa, in cooperation with Al-Ahram, the exhibition is hosted at the Al-Ahram Newspaper Exhibition Hall and will run until January 3.
Honors and Appreciation
During the opening ceremony, Emad Gomaa—the forum’s founder and director—honored Dr. Mohammed Fayez Farhat and artist Amany Zahran, Director of Acquisitions and Art Exhibitions at Al-Ahram, presenting them with the Forum’s Shield. The event was attended by a distinguished gathering of fine artists, cartoonists, intellectuals, and media professionals.
In his keynote speech, Dr. Farhat expressed his gratitude to the organizers and participating artists. He praised the artworks for their honorable portrayal of major icons in journalism, culture, and art. He also noted his pride that this eighth edition coincides with the 150th anniversary of Al-Ahram Establishment, celebrating its legacy alongside a stellar group of artists.
A Beacon of Enlightenment
Artist Emad Gomaa expressed his delight at the high turnout, highlighting that the celebration honors Al-Ahram’s 150-year history as a school of Arab journalism and a platform for free thought and responsible word. He thanked Dr. Farhat for his instrumental support and recognized Amany Zahran’s efforts during the preparatory phase.
Upcoming Activities and Awards
The forum's program includes several key events:
Art Workshop: A drawing session led by artist Said Badawi will take place on Wednesday, December 31, at 3:00 PM.
Closing Ceremony: Following the workshop, jury members, winners, and participants will be honored.
Awards & Acquisitions:
The prizes are sponsored by the Arab Museum of Caricature. The jury will select:
Three top winners: Receiving 5,000 EGP each.
Three secondary prizes: Receiving 2,000 EGP each.
All participating works in the competition will officially join the permanent collection of the Arab Museum of Caricature.
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