Tuesday, August 29, 2017

By Kathleen Long


The art of miniature has been there since the ancient time. Most people believe that dates back to the time when Egyptians used to put little-sized trinkets in the tombs. Similarly, miniatures San Diego have a long history since this kind of art was practiced even during the old time. There are people whose primary interest is being collectors who aim to build a big collection of these portraits.

Many cultures, be it in the past or present, have carved many mini animals from ivory or semi-precious gems or bones. In San Diego, these scaled-downed features can be found in museums or show rooms. In the ancient days, before the advent of photography, artists were paid to create and paint small portraits of people so that they could keep their likeness with them.

Any miniature collector has a house full of these portraits that can be from different cultural groups. These collectors usually do this as a hobby, commercial purposes or both. The precious stones used to make the small models are old and they are considered to be very valuable because they provide a symbolic image of the actual world.

Most of the famous artists show their expertise in making small models of all kinds of things. These mini features are usually used as a guide when one wants to build the real thing. They are taken to various customers who then request the craftsmen to make the actual models. For instance, a contractor can build a house using a mini house plan as a guide.

The crafting of small doll houses or toys for young girls is also an art that has been ventured since the old days. The doll houses can also be furnished using small furniture and multiple items that kids play with. In the past, the small houses were owned by adults who used to keep a collection of small-sized silver, gold or hand blown glass.

Several artists who live in San Diego have come together to form a non-profitable domain that they have decide to use for the appreciation of culture. They have put up an online gallery where all kinds of miniatures can be found. This has boosted the art industry in the city and has also encouraged other people to do the same to promote artists.

People who love miniature models of things and would like to have them made for them can request the craftsmen for their services. However, finding the best artists can be a challenge but searching them on the internet can help locate some who are experienced. Also, the customer must provide a detailed description of the portrait he/she wants so that it can be made exactly as he wants.

Not everyone has been talented to become a small-scale artist but anyone can participate in this magical form of art. You can decide to be a collector and in turn start selling the models to other people who love the art. Also, you can decide to be adventure from place to place and see the cultures of different ethnic groups that have been preserved in midgets.




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