Ramzi Qutbuddin

Nadhim Ramzi (1928–2013) was an Iraqi graphic designer, calligrapher, photographer, and painter renowned for his extensive documentation of Iraqi life from the 1950s onward. Born in Baghdad to a Kurdish family, Ramzi's early exposure to Iraq's diverse landscapes and cultures profoundly influenced his artistic pursuits. He began photography at 16, capturing the essence of rural and urban life, and later expanded into painting and calligraphy, drawing inspiration from Mesopotamian art and Islamic geometric patterns.

In 1964, Ramzi traveled to Paris to study advanced printing techniques. Upon returning to Baghdad, he established one of Iraq's premier printing companies, Ramzi Printing, in the 1970s. The company was renowned for its high-quality publications, including a luxurious edition of the Quran in 1993. Ramzi's artistic career featured several solo exhibitions, notably his 1958 photography exhibition in Baghdad and a 1977 show at the Iraqi Cultural Center in London. He also participated in group exhibitions, such as the 1957 Iraqi Modern Art show in Beirut and the 1980 "Seven Iraqi Artists" exhibition in London.

Throughout his life, Ramzi published several photographic books, including "Iraq: The Land and The People" (1977), "From the Memory" (2008), and "My Journey With The Camera" (2010). His works serve as a visual chronicle of Iraq's cultural and social landscape, preserving the nation's heritage for future generations.