Draft:Tamir Samandbadraa Purev


Tamir Samandbadraa Purev (born 1976, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia), also known as Tamir, is a Mongolian calligrapher and artist.

Biography

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Early life and Education

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Tamir was born in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia in 1976. Despite his initial education with a military focus in aviation.[1], Tamir's artistic path began with learning the traditional Mongolian script from his grandmother. He is largely self-taught as a calligrapher.

Artistic Career

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From the 2000s, Tamir became one of the pioneer in the revival of Mongolian calligraphy[2], after a period of decline. He is known for his work in traditional Mongolian calligraphy, but also explores abstract art, incorporating elements of drawing, calligraphy, and painting into his creations. He often utilizes Chinese ink on paper for his compositions.

Tamir's artistic expression extends beyond calligraphy. He is also doing ceramics, including sculpture and ceramic decoration[3]

Recognition and Legacy

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Tamir's talent has been recognized both within Mongolia and internationally. He has received awards, including "Best Calligrapher of the Year" in 2006 (Mongolian Calligraphy Association).[4] and the National Prize for Cultural Workers in 2018 (Mongolian government)[4]

His work has been exhibited extensively throughout the world, including France[5], Belgium[6], Germany[7], China[8], Iran, and his native Mongolia[9]. Tamir actively promotes Mongolian cultural heritage through his art and workshops, teaching students and adults across Europe.

In 2018, Tamir founded the NGO "L'Ecrin" (or "Erdenesiin Khuree")[10] dedicated to preserving the traditional Mongolian script, education, and artistic development of Mongolian calligraphy. This international project, based in Kharkhorin, Mongolia, fosters intercultural exchange (by hosting art residencies and international artists exhibitions) and ensures the continuation of this unique art form.

Published books

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Sur la terre des Mongols[11] , containing a collection of Mongolian proverbs and calligraphy

References

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  1. ^ "Samandbadraa Purev (Tamir) - نگارخانه مجازی کمیسیون ملی یونسکو ایران - هنرمندان". نگارخانه مجازی یونسکو. 2021-01-19. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  2. ^ "Richness of Mongolian contemporary art". Risk & Compliance Platform Europe. 2020-10-01. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  3. ^ "ARTISTS". Senteurs De Lune. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  4. ^ a b "Samandbadraa Purev (Tamir) - نگارخانه مجازی کمیسیون ملی یونسکو ایران - هنرمندان". نگارخانه مجازی یونسکو. 2021-01-19. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  5. ^ "Zoom sur les calligraphes de la région". Agence régionale du Livre Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (in French). 2022-04-08. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  6. ^ "Du Ciel à la Terre • ODRADEK Residence". odradekresidence.be. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  7. ^ "NordArt 2019 | 1 Juni - 13 Oktober 2019 - Overview". Katerina Belkina (in German). Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  8. ^ "New Silk Road Project in China". 3 December 2020.
  9. ^ "Joint porcelain art exhibition running". MONTSAME News Agency. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  10. ^ "Erdenesiin Khuree / Arts & Mongolian Calligraphy Center in Kharkhorin". Erdenesiin Khuree. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  11. ^ "sur la terre des mongols". www.editionsalternatives.com. Retrieved 2024-07-19.