DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE
Welcome to the School of Miniature Painting (SOMP). I’m excited to share this space with you and journey together into the exquisite world of miniature painting.
As a young child, I was first drawn to miniature painting surrounded by books, poetry, and art. I remember feeling exhilarated by how miniature art transforms the material world and transports the viewer into a dreamlike narrative with unfolding mysteries. A miniature art piece can depict an entire, manifold story on a small canvas. I find it one of the most fascinating and creative art forms.
For many students, miniature painting is the ideal area of specialization, enhancing and perfecting their craft for a variety of applications. Students can apply their advanced skills in contemporary contexts by creating book illustrations, book covers, and surface embellishments in the design industry at large.
I am continually inspired by our students' passion, dedication, and talents and the innovative creations and collaborations that SOMP fosters. I look forward to exploring the infinite possibilities of miniature art.
Fatima Zahra Hassan
Director and Founder
For more about Fatima Zahra Hassan and her art practice, visit Fatima Zahra Hassan (FZH Atelier).