World federation of miniaturists

DEFINITION

The World Federation of Miniaturists (WFM) was established in 1995 to encourage communication between miniature art societies of the world, and to introduce this art form to the public. Aims include: 1) Sharing knowledge and techniques among members 2) Promoting the fine art of miniature painting and sculpture 3) Exchanging information between members on all aspects of the promotion, creation, exhibition, and sale of contemporary miniature art 4) Assisting in and encouraging the setting up of new miniature art societies 5) Publishing information on all aspects of miniature art 6) Holding a World Exhibition of miniature painting every four or five years, 7) Developing a repository of information about miniature art, including exhibitions, workshops, galleries and educational material. Source http://www.worldfm.org/wfmaims.htm