Simran Kaur Panesar

Simran Kaur Panesar (b.1999) is a Kenyan-born artist living in London, with roots in Punjab and India. Her practice is grounded in the rich visual and spiritual traditions of Indian and Persian miniature painting, motif work, and fresco design, drawing from the deep well of Sikh history and identity.

Through delicate, layered imagery, she explores narratives shaped by memory, migration, nature, and faith, while positioning herself as a Sikh artist working within a contemporary framework.

Simran’s work is defined by a commitment to traditional techniques and materials. Her process often begins before the painting itself, involving the preparation of vasli paper, stone pigments, and other naturally sourced materials. Influenced by her training in traditional arts, including tehzib, parquetry, and gold gilding, her practice reflects a dedication to preserving ancestral methods while opening them to new and evolving contexts.

She studied Fine Art at Wimbledon College of Art and holds a Master’s in Traditional Arts, where she received further training under miniature artist Samantha Buckley, and currently assists Dr. Susana Marin. Her work has been exhibited internationally, including shows in India, London, and the United States, and twice at the Saatchi Gallery. For over three years, she has taught miniature and traditional painting practices, working with major institutions such as the Wallace Collection and the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Her paintings have been acquired by private collectors and art charities, including TAF London, and her practice has been profiled by Forbes Life. Simran merges timelines to create work that resonates across generations - deeply rooted in the past, yet profoundly relevant in the present.