Under the guidance of Smt. Meghna Kakoty, Principal of VKV (NEEPCO) Bokuloni, our Vidyalaya had the privilege of hosting an enriching Calligraphy Workshop. This workshop was conducted by two highly skilled and experienced professionals: Sri. Shubham Kumar and Sri. Rachit Srivastava, both of whom are 4th-year students at Techno Institute of Higher Studies.
Shubham
Kumar is a BVA Applied Art student specializing in Brand Strategy, Branding,
Typography, and Design. He has honed his skills through "The Future,"
an online learning platform led by Chris Do, and is a professional Motion
Designer, Graphic Designer, and Brand Strategist. Shubham is also a teacher at
MICS while continuing his studies.
Rachit Srivastava specializes in Character Designing and Painting, both digital and manual. He is currently working with the Gujarat Government on the SDG Jamnagar Coordination project titled "Swaccha Jamnagar."
The
calligraphy classes of one week were a blend of art and skill-building
exercises. The instructors introduced students to various calligraphy
techniques, sketching methods, and layout design principles. The workshop was
designed to cater to students of different age groups, allowing them to explore
the beauty of handwriting and the art of calligraphy.
Calligraphy
Techniques: Different styles of calligraphy were taught, focusing on brush
strokes, penmanship, and the use of different tools.
Sketching
and Layout Design: The instructors guided students through basic sketching
techniques and the fundamentals of layout design, which are crucial in creating
aesthetically pleasing compositions.
The
workshop had a significant impact on the students, sparking a newfound interest
in the art of calligraphy and design. Many students expressed their eagerness
to continue practicing these skills and exploring creative possibilities in
typography and layout design.
The
workshop concluded with a display of the students' work, showcasing their
progress and creativity. The efforts of Shubham Kumar and Rachit Srivastava
were deeply appreciated by both students and faculty, as their expertise
brought a fresh perspective to the art education at VKV (NEEPCO) Bokuloni.
We
extend our heartfelt thanks to Principal of VKV NEEPCO Bokuloni, Smt. Meghna Kakoty for her support and
encouragement in organizing this workshop, and to Shubham Kumar and Rachit
Srivastava for their valuable contribution to our students' artistic
development.