DCT Abu Dhabi launches TechZone Initiative

ABU DHABI- The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the launch of TechZone, a new initiative offering a variety of tech-oriented workshops and interactive courses to the young people in Abu Dhabi. The sessions will take place at both Manarat Al Saadiyat and Al Ain Library between 22nd July and 27th August.

Aimed at 10 to 20-year-olds, TechZone offers participants the chance to gain skills in the areas of photography, design, photo editing, computer science and project management, and forms part of the Summer #inAbuDhabi Season.

The programme includes ‘Photography Basics’, a three-day workshop for beginners, who will learn about the different types of photography, the best equipment to use, and the basic aesthetic principles of the art form.

Included in the sessions is a live picture editing demo and a photo walk. A series of workshops offering participants the opportunity to learn more about creative design, Photoshop, logo design, photo editing and website development will also take place throughout TechZone’s four-week run.