On October 15, the Enjoy the joy, enjoy the Tianjin Marathon! series of thematic events for international sports culture ambassadors, hosted by CRI Online, kicked off at Tianjin Foreign Studies University. International youth sports culture ambassadors from various countries, including Venezuela, Russia, Japan, Italy, Armenia, South Korea, Equatorial Guinea, Benin, and Ukraine, gathered to immerse themselves in traditional Chinese culture and express their anticipation for the 2024 Tianjin Marathon.
Renowned Chinese painter Liu Jiacheng introduced the techniques of Chinese landscape painting. Photographed by Liu Ying.
At the event, the international ambassadors used brush pens to write slogans in support of the marathon participants. Slogans like Enjoy the joy, enjoy the Tianjin Marathon! and I love Tianjin, let's do our best at the Tianjin Marathon! sprang to life on paper, creating a striking highlight of support towards the Tianjin Marathon. Additionally, under the guidance of the renowned painter Liu Jiacheng, the international ambassadors collaboratively painted a scenic depiction of the Haihe River in Tianjin, expressing their love and best wishes for the city.
International ambassador Xiang Lin from Armenia adds color to the Haihe River landscape painting. Photographed by Song Weixuan.
Liu Jiacheng remarked, Every stroke and line in Chinese calligraphy contains profound emotion, just like marathon athletes who advance along the long racecourse. The most important thing is a strong will and persistent practice.
Following this, the international ambassadors presented their calligraphy and paintings to send their blessings to the athletes participating in the Tianjin Marathon and hoping for their excellent performance in the competition.
The international ambassadors collectively cheered for the Tianjin Marathon’s athletes. Photographed by Liu Ying.
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