Learn more about artist Khadim Ali and the Guggenheim UBS MAP Global Art Initiative: http://www.guggenheim.org/guggenheim-foundation/collaborations/map/sseasia/artist/khadim-ali Khadim Ali talks about the history and meaning of miniature painting in Afghanistan, and his use of traditional tools and techniques to represent characters and themes from the epic Persian Shahnameh (Book of kings)—including the heroic figure of Rustam. He also discusses a recent move toward larger-scale work and the creative freedom he has experienced while living and working in Australia.