'Alongside drawing and painting, Sikander has been making animations since 2001. Laborious, hand-drawn processes remain integral to her work, which consists of making numerous drawings that are scanned upon each added layer of paint. Her work 3 to 12 Nautical Miles unfolds as a cinematic tableau composed of such drawings in ink and gouache, enlivening Sikander’s intricate imagery.' — Aaina Bhargava
'The location of the M+ façade on the seafront evokes the themes of maritime sovereignty addressed in the film. “It’s precisely where land meets sea and culture meets commerce. Hong Kong is no longer a backdrop or case study, but a territorial threshold,” Sikander says.'
Co-commissioned by M+ and Art Basel
Courtesy the artist
March 26 2026
