Doha: The SkillFest kicked off in four different locations across the country; Msheireb Galleria, Place Vendome, Mall of Qatar, and West Walk, and will run from July 15 to August 15. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Visit Qatar said that the Festival invites visitors to indulge in local arts, crafts, and culture. Being the first event of its kind, SkillFest celebrates local and sustainable arts and crafts, inspired by Qatars marine environment, emphasizing creativity, culture, and community interaction. The events are led by local and resident artists and craftsmen, featuring Arabic calligraphy, astronomy and sciences exhibitions, manuscripts and anecdotes, pavilions on local marine creatures, photography exhibitions by Qatari photographers, along with artisan markets featuring products by 24 artists. Commenting on the festival, Head of Events and Festivals Technical Support Section at Qatar Tourism Hamad Al Khaja said that the events are educational, cultural, and fun, inviting people to partake in art istic workshops and exhibitions to celebrate local culture and marine environment. Source: Qatar News Agency