Learning alternate art at an art museum

A team of talented art students of The Indian School participated in "Expressions - an Art Conclave" organised by Birla Vidya Niketan in collaboration with the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art on 12 February 2019. The workshop was held at the museum from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The conclave saw the participation of budding artists of classes 3 and 4 of several prominent schools of Delhi.

A tour of the museum was conducted for the students. The group viewed a carnival of canvasses by the figurative artist and a modernist, Arpita Singh, whose works showcase a strong storyline. A powerpoint presentation of her works completed the educational sojourn.

Henceforth, the creative juices of the imaginative artists flowed freely and fiercely through three different art forms-Canvas painting, Sculpture with shilpkar clay and Mix Media. The eager learners were provided with references and art material to give shape to their artistic cravings. Their efforts threw up interesting displays of two-dimensional sculptures on the theme- " My favourite animal" and colourful collages, aesthetically put together.

The students who participated in the workshop included Mahim Sahani (3A), Mrigakshi Dhar (3A), Mohit (3E), Harshvardhan Singh(4B), Upasana (4B), Avni Choudhary (4C), Aditya Ranjan (4C), Rishima Cube (4D) and Azfar Ali (4D). They were accompanied by their art teacher, Ms. Parul Singh.

It was a day well-spent at the gallery as the students gained an exposure of varied styles of art forms and a memorable hands-on experience. The School looks forward to similar engaging and encouraging sessions for its nascent aspirants.