2001 - TV Channel

Initially, Daneghyan painted copies of famous miniature works, a practice that honed his skills. His early works focused on religious themes and were executed on wood and paper. However, he eventually grew bored with this approach and began exploring modern themes in his art.

Medieval Armenian manuscripts feature numerous miniature artworks, but the "Bible of Etchmiadzin" stands out from the rest. Remarkably, this Bible, created 1,000 years ago, remains exceptionally beautiful. Daneghyan particularly admires Armenian miniatures from the 12th and 13th centuries, especially those with dominant red hues known as "Vordan Karmir." Despite his preference for cooler, calmer colors, he is captivated by the movement and dramatic expression in the works of Toros Roslin. Another favorite of his is Sargis Pitsak, though his color palette differs from Roslin’s. Influenced by these two artists, Daneghyan created a new series titled "Apocalypse."

Medieval artists adhered to specific rules in their works, and Daneghyan follows these traditions as well. For instance, in the artwork "Annunciation," the angel is positioned on the left and the Virgin Mary on the right. Judas is often depicted half-faced to distinguish him from the other apostles. Daneghyan recalls a woman at an exhibition in Los Angeles asking why there was a skull under the cross in "The Crucifixion." She suggested a flower or another element might be more fitting. He explained that the skull represents human sin, dating back to Adam, which impressed her so much that she decided to purchase the artwork.

Daneghyan acknowledges that each piece of art consumes a significant amount of his time and energy, and once completed, he regards them as his children. Despite this, he needs to sell his works to support his family.

Art critics, professionals, and clergymen generally commend Daneghyan's technical skills and use of color. Clergymen appreciate the content and ideas behind his work. After viewing the "Apocalypse" series, one clergyman asked if he felt horrified by the subject matter. Daneghyan explained that he approaches each detail with a deep sense of responsibility, having read the Bible 20 to 30 times to fully understand the descriptions before he begins painting.