For those that enjoy both miniatures and contemporary art, Here's a very engaging little show about the roll of miniatures and the love of smallness in art, both historically through to contemporary practice.
It looks to explore the fascination with small things an presents a couple of ideas as to why the creation and display of tiny works of art has proven to be so engaging throughout art history.
If you want something new to listen to while you paint, give it a try.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p05h8nrb