Paper artist creates miniature version of Golden Temple

Tribune News Service

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Amritsar, November 12

Noted paper artist Gurpreet Singh has re-created one of his most prized possessions of art, a miniature version of the Golden Temple with an updated form. The artist, who is probably among very few specialised paper artists in Punjab, had earlier created a miniature replica of the Golden Temple that is now displayed at a gurdwara in Singapore where he was invited for an exhibition last year.

Gurpreet, who considers the replica his lucky charm, recreated an upgraded version, a 2.5 to 2.5 feet replica that he claims is better than the previous one. “I have done some changes like this one is lighter in weight and lesser in area and more sleek. I have created domes and the sarovar by using pearls and embellishments while the earlier version was kept simple,” he says. Made of ivory and art paper, it has every detail in place. “It took me five months to get the earlier one into shape while this one took only four. It’s difficult to work with paper as it tends to get scratched or tear easily. But after a tedious and patient process, I could finally manage to complete this version,” says Gurpreet.

This is not the first piece of perfection from the 31-year-old artist. Gurpreet has earlier created miniature models of Nankana Sahib, the smallest turban weighing seven gm and one inch long and other symbols of Sikh heritage. “My aim is to promote the culture and heritage of Sikhism through my art. I have displayed at various art exhibitions and festivals across the country and my works have been appreciated.” He is one of the few artists from the city to have participated in international exhibitions and is again planning one in Europe in 2016.