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A discussion of the visual language of storytelling and the importance of self expression and intuitive naive art in modern folklore. Self-reflection on the topic of confidence in art, and specifically children's book illustration.
Dinara Mirtalipova
Dinara Mirtalipova is an award winning folk artist with a big passion for folklore storytelling, modern children’s books, and classic fairy tales. Mirtalipova is a traditional artist who paints by hand and prefers mediums like gouache and pencils on paper, printmaking, and block printing. Currently, Mirtalipova is an assistant professor at the Cleveland Institute of Art where she teaches Illustration.
