Vera Tamari
Innovative artist, curator, educator shaping Palestinian art and cultural narrative.
Date of Birth:
1945
Jerusalem, Palestine
Place of Birth:
Why Featured?
Vera Tamari is a leading Palestinian artist, educator, and curator. Her pioneering work in ceramics, commitment to cultural preservation, and influential role in the New Vision Movement have significantly shaped the Palestinian art scene. Her installations and curation have brought international attention to the Palestinian struggle and cultural identity.
Brief bio
Vera Tamari, born into a creative family in Jerusalem, became a notable Palestinian artist, educator, and curator. She embraced art as a means of resistance and cultural preservation, gaining acclaim for her delicate ceramics, landscape paintings, and innovative installations. As an educator, she played a pivotal role in introducing fine arts programs at Palestinian universities and curated significant exhibitions promoting Palestinian art and heritage.
Major Milestones
Contributions
Received B.A. in Fine Arts from the Beirut College for Women, 1966
Studied ceramics in Florence, Italy, 1972-1974
Obtained MPhil in Islamic Art and Architecture from Oxford University, 1984
Joined Birzeit University faculty, established Ethnographic and Art Museum, 1986
Founding member of The New Vision Movement during the First Palestinian Intifada, 1987-1993
Development of unique ceramics technique incorporating Palestinian themes...See More
Key figure in The New Vision Movement, promoting use of local materials in art...See More
Establishment of the Birzeit University Ethnographic and Art Museum, 2005.
Curatorial work highlighting Palestinian art and culture, including the 'Stateless Nation' exhibition.
Creation of The Paltel Virtual Gallery to promote contemporary Palestinian art.
Date of Last Update:
September 3, 2024
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