A dentist in Kerala has found a place in the International Book of Records by painting the grand spectacle of Thrissur Pooram on a tiny canvas.

Dr Swismin Gems, a self-taught artist, won the record for the 'smallest painting of Thrissur Pooram' on September 22, 2021. The canvas of her painting was just 2cm wide and 3cm long.

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“I have been painting since childhood, daddy used to draw well. I learned by observing him” says Swismin.

The previous record for the same was held by Anoop S from Kollam, who made the painting on 4.5cm X 3.5cm canvas.

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When they stumbled upon Anoop's record, it was her sister, Smiwin Gems who inspired Swismin to take up the challenge.

Smiwin knew her sister, for whom making miniature paintings is a hobby, could do it better and smaller.

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It took her just an hour for the 27-year-old dentist to depict the 'Kudamattam' within the small confines using watercolours. Watch Swismin in action:

Swismin is settled in Ernakulam with her husband Jacques Jossy, a bank manager. Her mini paintings and artworks can be found on the Instagram handles @swismingems and @milagro_93.

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