About Us
About Sikh Art UK
SIKHART & ANIMATIONS UK HAS BEEN LAUNCHED TO CONVEY SIKH SPIRITUAL WISDOM , HISTORY & CULTURE IN A MODERN CONTEMPORARY WAY THROUGH ART, BOOKS, POSTERS & ANIMATION FILMS.
‘JEWELS FROM SIKH WISDOM’ IS THE FIRST BOOK IN A SERIES OF BOOKS THAT WE WILL BE LAUNCHING.
WE HAVE ALSO VENTURED INTO 3D ANIMATIONS & HAVE BEEN COMMISSIONED BY SIKH LENS USA TO PREPARE 2 SHORT FILMS ON INCIDENTS FROM THE LIFE OF MAHARAJA RANJIT SINGH. THESE SHORT FILMS HAVE NOW BEEN COMPLETED & DEPICT THE UNIQUE WISDOM, LARGE HEARTEDNESS & HUMOUR OF MAHARAJA RANJIT SINGH .
WE HAVE RECENTLY CREATED A 5 MIN 3D ANIMATION BASED ON GURU NANAK’S JAPJI SAHIB SALOK. THE COSMIC DRAMA OF LIFE. IN THIS GURU NANAK GIVES NATURE THE ULTIMATE ACCOLADE BY SAYING @PAWAN GURU (AIR IS THE GURU), PANI PITTA (WATER IS OUR FATHER), MATA DHARAT MAHAT (THE GREAT EARTH IS OUR MOTHER).BUT THE VIDEO GOES ON TO SAY THAT INSTEAD OF LOOKING AFTER OUR PLANET WE ARE POLLUTING AND POISONING OUR ONLY HABITABLE PLANET. WE FUTHER EXPLORE WHY WE NEED TO LIVE A LIFE OF GOOD DEEDS AND RIGHTEOUS ACTIONS AS ADVISED BY GURU NANAK.
The Singh Twins Amrit & Rabindra
with Harinder Singh
First production copy of our book 'Jewels from Sikh Wisdom' with our Patron Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh ji with Harinder Singh & Gopinder Kaur
Who is Harinder Singh?
HARINDER SINGH
Author | Speaker | Cultural Ambassador | Creative Producer
UK Sikh diaspora member since 1980
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished author, cultural ambassador, and creative entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience promoting Sikh heritage through literature, media, and interfaith dialogue. Recognized internationally for storytelling excellence and educational outreach, with published works distributed globally and presentations delivered across multiple continents.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
- International Recognition: Invited speaker at Parliament of World Religions (Chicago) and Chapman University (California)
- Award-Winning Publications: Author of critically acclaimed “Jewels from Sikh Wisdom…A Journey of Discovery”
- Media Producer: Founded Sikh Arts & Animations, producing 3d Animation films showcased at international festivals
- Educational Impact: Regular speaker at schools, universities, and cultural institutions across UK and USA
PUBLICATIONS & LITERARY WORKS
Books & Publications
- “Jewels from Sikh Wisdom…A Journey of Discovery” (Sikhlens USA)
- Full-color illustrated compilation featuring artwork by Singh Twins
- Commentary by Dr. Gopinder Kaur
- Received exceptional international reviews
- Children’s Books (1988) – Co-authored two hardback publications
- Published by BBC and Maxwell House
- “Stories from the Sikh World” – Illustrated comic-style children’s book
Radio & Theatre
- BBC Radio 4 – Co-writer of play on the Partition of India
MEDIA & FILM PRODUCTION
Company: Sikh Arts & Animations (Founder)
Head of Sikhlens Arts & Film Festivals UK & Festival Director
3D Animation Films Produced and screened in UK, California, Seattle, Vancouver, Toronto, & Chandigarh, India:
- “Maharaja Ranjit Singh & Return of the Kohinoor Diamond”
- “Maharaja Ranjit Singh gets hit by a stone”
- “The Cosmic Drama of Life” – Based on Guru Nanak’s Japji Sahib Salok on importance of respecting nature & living by cosmic principles of Compassion, Truth, Contentment, Humility & Love
Sikhlens Arts & Film Festivals Curated Festival Screenings:
- Millennium Point, Birmingham (2024 & 2025)
- Phoenix Cinema & Arts Centre, Leicester (2024 & 2025)
Television Appearances:
- Harpreet Singh’s TV show (discussing “Jewels from Sikh Wisdom” and “Japji Sahib”)
- Live interview with Ashmeeta for Jus Punjab TV, New York
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS
International Conferences
- Parliament of World Religions, Chicago – “Defending Human Rights by Adopting the Concept of Oneness as Advocated by Guru Nanak”
- Chapman University, California (2023) – Prestigious bursary recipient
- Khushwant Singh Literary Festival, SOAS University of London (2024) – Featured speaker
Educational Institutions
- Regular guest speaker at schools and universities across UK
- Specialist presentations on Sikh faith, culture, and history
Cultural Organizations
- Commonwealth Institute, Kensington, London – Regular speaker
- St. Philip’s Centre, Leicester – Interfaith dialogue programs
BUSINESS VENTURES & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Floating Homes Development
- Luxury Floating Home – Delivered 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom floating home to BWML Marina, Nottingham
- Bed & Breakfast Floating Pod – Fully fitted accommodation delivered to Southampton
- Specialized in innovative waterfront hospitality and residential solutions
EXPERTISE & SPECIALIZATIONS
- Sikh history, culture, and religious philosophy
- Interfaith dialogue and community relations
- Educational outreach and cultural preservation
- Creative storytelling and animation production
- Public speaking and media engagement
- Floating home design and hospitality development
RECOGNITION & AWARDS
- 2023: Bursary recipient for Chapman University speaking engagement
- International acclaim: “Jewels from Sikh Wisdom” received exceptional reviews worldwide
- Cultural Ambassador: Recognized as leading Sikhi ambassador through publications and presentations
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Interfaith Dialogue: Active participant in promoting understanding and harmony among diverse communities through speaking engagements and cultural programs.
Educational Outreach: Dedicated to sharing Sikh heritage through accessible storytelling formats including children’s literature, animation, and interactive presentations.
Media Engagement: Regular contributor to television, radio, and digital platforms promoting Sikh culture and values.
