Arpita Mitra
The term art encompasses a wide range of human activities that involve creative expression, imagination, and technical skill. Art can take various forms, such as painting, sculpture, music, dance, literature, and more. It is often appreciated for its beauty, emotional impact, or conceptual ideas.The definition of art has evolved over time and varies across cultures. In the Western tradition, the classical branches of visual art are painting, sculpture, and architecture1. However, the scope of art extends beyond these traditional forms to include performing arts like theatre and dance, as well as literature, music, film, and other media. The arts are diverse and encompass a wide range of creative activities. Art can be seen as a means of communication and self-expression. It allows artists to convey their thoughts, emotions, beliefs, or ideas through visual or auditory means. Artistic works can evoke different responses from individuals and stimulate their thoughts and feelings.
Drawing materials: You’ll need some basic drawing materials such as paper, pencils, erasers, and sharpeners brushes and colours. You can start with a sketchbook (200 gsm) , a set of graphite pencils of different grades (e.g., 2B, 4B, 6B), Poster colours , 2 Round Brushes, (0 or 1 No.& 4 or 5 No.) and one Flat Brush ( 7 or 8 No.) and Oil Pastels colours. As you progress, you may want to explore other mediums like charcoal, acrylics and Soft Pastels
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I am a Delhi based Visual Artist and love to experiment with colors. Started my career as a teacher, worked as Principal in Play Schools and also as a Coordinator in reputed Senior Secondary School in Delhi for almost 23 years. I am also Sangeet Prabhakar in Music(Vocal) and Post Graduate in Economics. From time to time I keep exhibiting my works in Delhi and other parts of India. I have won number of awards for my paintings. I founded Art Mania Worldwide, a Global Platform for learning painting, singing and dancing, a start up in the field of art, for all art lovers.
Founded in June 2020, AMW provides Online/Offline Painting Classes to All Age Groups, organizes Exhibitions, Promotes artists all over the globe. I was working in a reputed school as coordinator. During the lockdown the school trained all its teachers for taking classes online. This gave me the idea of starting my own platform in art field. Started with 5 students and till date I have trained 500+ students.
AMW also hosts a Talk Show – Art Ki Baatein where I interview Senior and renowned stars of Visual and Performing Arts. Anyone who wants to take up these professions will get lot of information’s through these videos. These videos are available on YouTube Channel- Art Mania Worldwide.
I am also a certified Art Therapist. I have worked with individuals, couples and families. I use creativity to help people heal from traumatic events. I believe that Art therapy is the creative process which help people to explore self-expression and, in doing so, find new ways to gain personal insight and develop new coping skills.
Awards and Recognition
Awards and Recognition
Degree: Bachelors of Arts - University: Punjab University, Chandigarh
Degree: Masters of Arts - University: Punjab University, Chandigarh
Degree: B.Ed, Sangeet Prabhakar - University: Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Prayag Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad
The term art encompasses a wide range of human activities that involve creative expression, imagination, and technical skill. Art can take various forms, such as painting, sculpture, music, dance, literature, and more. It is often appreciated for its beauty, emotional impact, or conceptual ideas.The definition of art has evolved over time and varies across cultures. In the Western tradition, the classical branches of visual art are painting, sculpture, and architecture1. However, the scope of art extends beyond these traditional forms to include performing arts like theatre and dance, as well as literature, music, film, and other media. The arts are diverse and encompass a wide range of creative activities. Art can be seen as a means of communication and self-expression. It allows artists to convey their thoughts, emotions, beliefs, or ideas through visual or auditory means. Artistic works can evoke different responses from individuals and stimulate their thoughts and feelings.
The natural world around us is full of objects shapes, sizes, forms, colours, and lines, firing the impulse of our ancestors to depict them visually. Gradually, the human mind began to transform even thoughts and feelings into fantastic imagery. However, even to paint abstract forms, the journey in a painting and sketching course must begin by observing and representing nature. The Short Term Painting Course is designed to give expression to one’s imagination through visual principles like proportion, symmetry and rhythm. Todevelop one’s drawing skills, courses in colours and sketching will go through various exercises aimed at improving skills to portray nature’s designs on paper. This course is specially designed for those who love to play with colours.
When planning curriculum, it can be incredibly helpful to have “Everything You Need to Design the Perfect Intro to Art Course.”
However, before we begin with specific forms, it’s important to have an idea of the overarching concepts I want my students to gain in the course as well.
Before considering what to teach, one need to consider WHOM I am teaching. To be successful in the art room, students need guidelines, rules, and expectations.
Many art teachers have a whole list ready to go when students walk into their rooms. But, I take a different approach. I’ve found having my students helping me write the art room rules gives them a sense of ownership. Therefore, each year my rules, or laws as I like to call them, change a bit.
A – Act appropriately
R – Respect everything and everyone
T – Try…and you can !
Contour Line Studies
I honestly believe the most important thing in art is understanding contour line. When students grasp how to visually describe the edges of an object, they begin to see and draw objects differently
Color Theory
Color theory matters! Students need to know what colors work well together and why. One of the best ways to teach color theory is to have an open studioday where students can experiment with a variety of media. Once they create mud, they learn pretty quickly what colors don’t work well together.
After they experiment, I talk about the color wheel and all that’s involved with color theory. Primary, secondary, complementary, analogous, warm, cool, tints, shades, etc.! The list can feel endless. I recommend spreading these lessons out over time or giving students the opportunity to create their own creative color wheels as seen in this article.
Direct Observation Studies
I think it’s important to give students a small still-life project early on in the course. Getting them used to drawing from life helps to prepare them for this thing we call art.
Principles of Design
Once students begin to see the importance of the art elements, it’s time to introduce them to the principles of design. In simple terms, the principles are how you organize the elements.
In general, people agree on the following 7 principles of design.
Balance
Contrast
Emphasis
Pattern
Unity
Movement
Rhythm
. Composition
Once students have a good grasp of the basics, it’s time to teach the art of composition.
So there you have it, my Intro to Art courses . I am anxious to hear your thoughts and what you might add. I think it’s the most important course we teach, so it’s necessary to reflect on what students truly need to take their thinking and their art to the next level.
Drawing is not limited to professionals or those with formal training. Anyone who has an interest in drawing can engage in this creative activity. It’s a wonderful way to express yourself, explore your imagination, and develop your artistic abilities.Drawing is a skill that can be learned and practiced by people of all ages1. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, you can explore the world of drawing. Starting from 5 years of age to any age group can join my Short Term Basic Painting Course
Drawing materials: You’ll need some basic drawing materials such as paper, pencils, erasers, and sharpeners brushes and colours. You can start with a sketchbook (200 gsm) , a set of graphite pencils of different grades (e.g., 2B, 4B, 6B), Poster colours , 2 Round Brushes, (0 or 1 No.& 4 or 5 No.) and one Flat Brush ( 7 or 8 No.) and Oil Pastels colours. As you progress, you may want to explore other mediums like charcoal, acrylics and Soft Pastels