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Inspired in part by the credo of artist Joseph Beuys ("every human being is an artist"), Tattfoo Tan's aim is to disassemble art's "precious and high-handed" reputation by making it accessible to regular folk. He reinterprets ancient techniques so that they can be used with materials that can be found around the house or in the office: coffee filters, filo dough, food coloring. These easily recognizable tools and the clear instructions he gives encourage less confident participants to have a go. The adaptability of his work is key; Tan's delighted when artists suggest different materials they could use, such as pastry instead of dough.