Our Team
Every summer, the Center hosts a distinguished group of calligraphers from Mongolia and beyond. These talented artists come together to share their unique perspectives on calligraphy and inspire visitors with their diverse approaches to this ancient art form.
The Calligrapher
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TAMIR SAMANDBADRAA PUREV
Mongolian Calligrapher
Born in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia in 1976, Tamir Samandbadraa Purev, or simply Tamir, is a renowned international calligraphy master and a leading figure in contemporary Mongolian calligraphy. He is considered one of the pioneers of Mongolian calligraphy following the Democratic Revolution of the 1990s. His artworks have been displayed in exhibitions in France since 2004, and he was awarded as Mongolia's Best Calligrapher in 2006.
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Having learned Mongolian calligraphy at a young age, nurtured by his grandmother's teachings of Mongolian script and Buddhism, Tamir's artistic career preceded with studies in aviation in Krasnoyarsk, Russia, and cinematography in Ulan Bator, Mongolia. In the late 1990s, Tamir returned to his calligraphic roots, studying under the esteemed master Battumur.
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Tamir believes a calligrapher is, at heart, a philosopher, and his art reflects this profound connection. His work transcends mere aesthetics, conveying a sense of meditative tranquility and cultural richness. He creates in a state similar to a trance, dwelling in the moment and resulting in spontaneous pieces without any sketches or pre-designs.
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Tamir's fluency in French, English, Russian, and Mongolian reflects his commitment to international collaboration. He divides his time between Kharkhorin, Mongolia, and various countries, showcasing his artwork and teaching creative techniques to a diverse audience worldwide. He is also one of the first Mongolian calligraphers to work with porcelain and ceramic, including blue-white porcelain from Jingdezhen, China.
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In 2018, Tamir initiated the foundation of Erdenesiin Khuree, a non-governmental organization dedicated to preserving, promoting, and developing Mongolian calligraphy art and nurturing future generations of calligraphers. This initiative aims to ensure the continued evolution of this unique art form.
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Awards:
2018: National Prize for Cultural Workers nominated by Mongolian Government, Ulan Bator, Mongolia
2006: Best Calligrapher of the Year, 1st prize, Ulan Bator, Mongolia
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Exhibitions:
From 2004 exhibited in: France, Germany, Belgium, Norway, Netherlands, Iran, Turkey, China, Singapore, Japan and others.
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Publications:
2008, "Sur la terre des Mongols", ALTERNATIVES, éditions Gallimard​
Guest Artists
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JANNA
Mongolian Artist-Calligrapher
Born in Oulan-Bator in 1983
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Education:
2005 Mongolian Art Department, Institute of Fine Arts
In 2000, Ireedui complex
1998, the 78th 10-year secondary school of the capital city
Work experience:
2021 - "Tuko Tailor" - a contract artist in the fashion industry
2013 -2021 “Narumi beauty studio” design teacher
2014 -2015 Black Art, Color Harmony, Design, Body Art Teacher at City University
2009 - 2021 Senior Lecturer at Art Cole Gallery Art Education Center
2011- 2012 “Mongolian Heritage Foundation Arts Officer, New York City, USA.
Exhibition:
2021 “Best work of the year”- Mongolian Art Gallery
2021 “Beautiful art magazine” - international exhibition, New York
2021 “Eternal Heaven's Letter” calligraphy exhibition
2019 “World Bank Exhibition” Washington DC
2018 "Sip My Ocean" Exhibition Joint Exhibition Artie Coor Gallery
2018 "Eternal Heaven's Letter" Art Theater, Irkutsk
2017 “Garden Flame 2” International Exhibition of Women Artists
2016 "Tsatsal" solo exhibition at Art Cole Gallery
2015 “Nord Art” International Exhibition (Germany)
2014 “Garden Flame” International Exhibition of Women Artists (Gwangju, Korea)
2014 “Her Presence In Colors XI” International Exhibition of Women Artists
2014 “Spring Ornaments” Designers Festival, Calligraphy (Collaborative Work)
2012 “Mongolian Historical Day” Exhibition (New York, USA)
2010 - 2019 “Spring” traditional exhibition / Mongolian Art Museum, exhibition hall /
2009 - 2014 Exhibition of modern calligraphers "New Snow" (Board Gallery)
2009 - 2019 “Literature and culture” traditional exhibition / Mongolian Art Museum, exhibition hall /
2009 - 2016 “Innovation” traditional exhibition / Mongolian Art Museum, exhibition hall \
2009 370th anniversary exhibition of Ulaanbaatar
2009 Exhibition of young artists (Mongolian Art Museum, exhibition hall)
2008-2009 International Exhibition (USA, New Mexico)
2007 “Mongolia” exhibition (Spain, Barcelona)
2007 - 2019 Traditional exhibition of Mongolian women artists
2006 - 2015 Traditional exhibition of “Mongolian painting” Mongolian Art Association / Exhibition hall of Mongolian Art Museum /
2004 “Mongolian Appearance” (ACM Gallery)
2004 Joint Exhibition \ Museum of Fine Arts \
2000 - 2003 Traditional student exhibition
Reward :
2021 - “My Mongolian script” - Calligraphy competition 3rd place “Nine wishes”, Ministry of Culture, National Library
2018 From the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science - "Promoter of national literature and culture"
The best work from "Bichig Soyol" exhibition in 2018 with "My beautiful" work.
2015 Korean and Mongolian Young Artists Competition, Special Awards, (by graphics)
2012 - Honorary title (Bataar) from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism for heroic deeds in repatriation
2012 - Competition for young calligraphers dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Mongolian Customs, 1st place
2009 - The first competition for young Korean and Mongolian artists "High Award" (Mongolian painting)
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GANDUL
Mongolian Artist-Calligrapher
Born in Kharkhorin in 1987
In 2005-2009, he bgraduated from the “Od” School of Fine Arts and Design Technology as an artist and designer.
Graduated from Kharkhorin soum General Education School in 1995-2005. Currently, he is working as a teacher of fine arts and design technology at the Secondary School of Kharkhorin soum. During the period 2016-2018, he was an artist and designer at the Kharkhorum Museum and from 2013 to 2016, an artist and designer for the “Cultural Heritage in Bogtson” project at the Orkhon Valley World Heritage Site and just before, from 2009 to 2012, an Art teacher at Kharkhorum University.
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He has been interested in painting since he was a child, and he has exhibited his drawings, participated in competitions regularly, and won 14 drawing competitions. In 2020, participated in the art festival Zanabazar with 4 works, and in 2021 with a total of 6 works. Since September 2021, he is working as an artist and calligrapher at the “Erdenesiin Khuree” art and calligraphy center.