Artists
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Hammad Gillani: My work is about navigating dualities—this constant push and pull between tension and stillness, conflict and resolution
Hammad Gillani stands at the intersection of numerous narratives as an artist. Hailing from a Pakistani family of scholars and Sufis spanning generations, he bridges this deep-rooted heritage with contemporary art practices, taking miniature…
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Anthony Browne: Illustration is a narrative layer that is equal to the text, if not more dominant
Anthony Browne is one of the most important living figures in children’s literature, both as an author and an illustrator. Despite his busy schedule, I had the opportunity to conduct a short yet very…
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Anton Lomaev: In the age of artificial intelligence, the true artist will become more important than ever through their original ideas
Anton Lomaev is one of the most significant figures of contemporary Russian illustration, internationally renowned for his works. Each of his books becomes not merely a visualization of a narrative, but a carefully constructed…
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Aisha Khalid: The essence of traditional miniature painting still runs through my work — even though I have broken certain boundaries
Aisha Khalid is one of the most important representatives of miniature art today. Drawing on the miniature tradition, she brings a new language and depth to contemporary art. We had an enjoyable conversation with…
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Pierre Dinand: Design is about making the invisible visible
The legendary name behind perfume bottle design, Pierre Dinand, is a designer who sees fragrances not merely as scents but as stories told through form. The iconic bottles he created for brands like Dior,…
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Julia Bangert: It is possible to find new forms of expression in contemporary art by analysing its symbolism by blending medieval style with modern means of expression art should never be born in isolation from external influences
The manuscript decorations of medieval Europe have a unique place among miniature traditions around the world. Manuscript miniatures, which began in monasteries, gradually became a permanent expression of European culture. These works, which include…
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Leon Leong: I picked up miniature like learning a new language as a unique means of expression
Miniature art is a field that I have been thinking about theoretically and practically for a long time in the context of both Turkish painting tradition and traditional arts. I try to analyse different…
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Andy Tauer: There is an immense, untouched “continent” of scents waiting to be discovered
It would be unfair to define Andy Tauer solely as a perfumer; he is also an artist. Both through the fragrances he creates and his pioneering role in the niche perfume world, he stands…
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Khushboo Jain: Instead of limiting creativity, in miniature art constraints lay the groundwork for rich artistic exploration, resulting in multifaceted engagement with culture, symbolism, and personal expression
I have long been interested in the art of miniature, both theoretically and practically, both in the context of the Turkish painting tradition and traditional arts. I try to closely follow various miniature traditions…
