Abu Dhabi announced the launch of a new comic book studio with the aim of harnessing local talent in the UAE to develop a regional comic book industry that could ultimately compete on the international stage.
Called Sandstorm, the new studio is calling for submissions from aspiring comic book creators in the emirate and wider UAE, with the entity ready to provide expertise, support and professional guidance. The ultimate aim is to share these locally-sourced stories created by Emiratis or UAE residents with the rest of the world through international partnerships.
Part of Abu Dhabi’s AED30bn Culture and Creative Industries (CCI) Strategy, the launch of Sandstorm will see aspiring
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