Sizmara is a Georgian ambient composer whose work is shaped by nature, quiet emotion, and more than a decade of steady experimentation.
Sizmara’s latest track Cloud Garden continues that approach, drawing on misty landscapes and a collaboration with We Dream of Eden to create something weightless and focused. Rooted in Rustavi’s mix of concrete and green space, he blends field recordings, synths, and organic instruments into calm, spacious atmospheres. With millions of streams behind him, he keeps refining his sound without losing the clarity and intention that define his music.
What sparked the first idea for your recently released track Cloud Garden, and how did nature influence its mood?
I’m always deeply inspired by clouds and nature. On a misty day, the atmosphere felt so calm and mysterious that it naturally sparked the idea for a new track. The mood of the weather, the softness of the clouds, and the quiet energy of the moment all came together and guided me into creating something new.
How did working with We Dream of Eden shape the track’s direction?
He is a remarkable musician, and I felt instantly that he was the one this track was waiting for. He brought a pure, weightless energy — the kind that feels like mist drifting through the sky. His touch gave the piece a soul shaped by clouds, air, and quiet light. This collaboration became something truly special.
Does your Georgian background influence your ambient sound in any way?
Of course it does — for me Georgia is the most beautiful country I’ve ever been to. It has every kind of landscape, and each one gives you a completely new and different vibe. And it’s not only the mountains, waterfalls, or rivers that inspire me. My small city, Rustavi, also motivates me deeply. It has a unique blend of urban architecture merging with nature — wild green spaces, parks, and quiet corners full of character. Making music here is incredibly enjoyable, because everything around me carries its own subtle rhythm, its own “wavy” sound that can be transformed into music.
After more than a decade of creating music, what feels different about how you approach a piece like this today?
What changes over time are the skills — the craft, the techniques, the way I shape sound. But what has never changed, and can never change, is the passion that started it all.
My love for music grows wild sometimes; it rises and crashes like a wave. I breathe through it — I can’t imagine life without it. Skills evolve so I can create tracks that feel distinct from one another, but the passion stays untouched… if anything, it burns on a higher level than ever before.
That fire is the one constant in everything I make.
Your work is known for peaceful atmospheres. Do you try to evoke those emotions on purpose, or does it happen naturally when you create?
Honestly, it’s both. Sometimes I sit down with a very clear intention — a specific emotion or sound I’m trying to shape, something I’ve already imagined in my mind. In those moments, I carefully build the atmosphere on purpose, choosing each texture to guide the listener into a certain feeling. But other times, it just happens naturally. I’ll start experimenting, and the mood reveals itself on its own — almost like the music decides where it wants to go.
With millions of streams worldwide, do you think about your global audience while creating, or do you stay focused on personal expression?
I always keep my listeners in mind, but the real connection begins when they receive and embrace the honest core that comes from within — when my inner truth becomes something they feel as their own. That’s why the language of my music needs to be universal from the very first moment of creation.
What track are you most proud of from your catalogue and why?
There are many tracks I’m proud of, so it’s hard to choose just one. Each carries its own unique sound and story, and every release marks a different moment in my creative growth. I value them equally for the distinct energy they bring.
Tell us a little about how you make your music. What kind of instruments and equipment do you use?
I work in my home studio, creating music every day from morning to evening. I use a wide range of equipment, including synthesizers, ethnic instruments, pianos, guitars, and various microphones. I also have an extensive library of VSTs and Kontakt instruments. Another important part of my process is recording nature sounds myself — I love transforming them into pads and unique textures that shape my music.
