Sunday, August 7, 2016

Board Decoration competition

Board Decoration for School Special Assembly. 





I participated in punjabi bangra dance in school on occasion children's day.



Sports Day At school  Decoration and Athlete character made by me for the occasion.   










Awarded for the best artist in agnel talent search.






How to do the preparation for board decoration competition? 

Theme Selection:

  • Choose a theme that aligns with the purpose of the assembly. For example, if it’s for a national celebration, you could focus on patriotic colors and symbols. If it’s a cultural day, consider incorporating elements from different cultures, such as flags, traditional patterns, or costumes.

2. Color Scheme:

  • Select a color scheme that is vibrant but cohesive. For school assemblies, colors that match the school's branding or event's theme work best. You can use bold, eye-catching colors for headlines and subtle tones for background elements.

3. Main Message:

  • Clearly display the main theme or message of the assembly. This could be a motivational quote, the name of the event, or a call to action. Use large, readable fonts for this.

4. Visual Elements:

  • Incorporate visuals like drawings, cutouts, or printed images that complement the theme. You could use hand-drawn or digitally designed elements, such as stars, flowers, or relevant icons.
  • You can add 3D elements like paper flowers, ribbons, or streamers to add texture and dimension.

5. Balance and Clarity:

  • Ensure the board isn’t too crowded. Use white space effectively to keep it balanced and clear. Focus on key visuals and content to avoid overwhelming the viewers.

6. Interactive Elements:

  • If possible, incorporate some interactive components like student or teacher contributions. You could leave space for students to write their thoughts or achievements related to the assembly's theme.

Craft work during festivals







How to do paper craft work:

Paper craft work during festivals is a wonderful way to celebrate and engage with the creative spirit of the season. Whether it's Diwali, Christmas, Eid, or any other festive occasion, paper crafting allows you to create beautiful decorations, gifts, and keepsakes. Here are some ideas for paper crafts during festivals:


1. Paper Lanterns (Diwali/Christmas):

  • Materials: Colored paper, scissors, glue, and ribbons.
  • How to Make: Cut strips of paper and fold them in a way that they create a lantern shape when rolled. Decorate with glitter, beads, or even LED lights for a festive touch.

2. Paper Flowers (Any Festival):

  • Materials: Tissue paper, construction paper, or crepe paper.
  • How to Make: Fold the paper, cut it into petal shapes, and then layer them together to form a vibrant flower. These flowers can be used as garlands or individual decorations.

3. Paper Ornaments (Christmas):

  • Materials: Colorful paper, scissors, glue, glitter.
  • How to Make: Cut the paper into shapes like stars, angels, or snowflakes. Add glitter for sparkle, and hang them on the tree or around the house.

4. Paper Rangoli (Diwali):

  • Materials: Colored paper or old magazines, scissors, glue.
  • How to Make: Cut the paper into small pieces or shapes like petals, and arrange them on the floor or around the house to create a festive Rangoli design.

5. Paper Crowns or Tiaras (Eid/Other Celebrations):

  • Materials: Cardstock, markers, stickers, glue.
  • How to Make: Cut out crown shapes from cardstock, decorate them with festive symbols or patterns, and wear them for fun during the celebration.

6. Paper Greeting Cards (All Festivals):

  • Materials: Blank cards, colored paper, stamps, and embellishments.
  • How to Make: Personalize cards by cutting out shapes like hearts, stars, or other symbols related to the festival, and decorate them with festive messages.

7. Paper Wall Hangings or Banners (All Festivals):

  • Materials: Construction paper, glue, string, markers.
  • How to Make: Cut out shapes like hearts, stars, or other festive symbols, and string them together to create banners or wall hangings to decorate your space.

8. Paper Mache (Any Festival):

  • Materials: Newspaper, glue, balloons or molds, paint.
  • How to Make: Create shapes like animals, deities, or festive symbols by using paper mache. Once dry, paint and decorate them for a personalized touch.

Benefits of Paper Crafting:

  • Creativity: It allows you to express your creativity and make personalized decorations and gifts.
  • Eco-Friendly: Paper crafting is an environmentally friendly way to create beautiful decor from materials that are easy to find.
  • Family Activity: It’s a great activity to involve children or family members in, making the festival preparations a more interactive and fun experience.

Paper crafts bring an extra layer of charm and festivity to any occasion, making them more memorable and special!

Sketch work

Some of my old work when i was in college best time of life missing those day :( 




















Sketch work is a fundamental aspect of art, where an artist uses basic lines, shapes, and shading to create a preliminary representation of an idea or scene. Sketches can range from quick, rough drafts to detailed and intricate designs. Here’s a breakdown of sketch work:

1. Purpose of Sketching:

  • Preliminary Design: Artists often create sketches as a way to plan their larger artworks. A sketch allows them to visualize composition, proportions, and structure before committing to the final piece.
  • Expression and Practice: Sketching helps to develop an artist’s skills and improve their technique. It's also an expressive medium in its own right, capturing moments, emotions, or ideas in a simple form.

2. Materials for Sketching:

  • Pencils: Different hardness levels (H, B, etc.) are used for various effects. Hard pencils (H) make lighter, finer lines, while soft pencils (B) are used for darker, bolder lines.
  • Charcoal: Ideal for creating bold, expressive lines and rich shading.
  • Pen & Ink: Adds texture and contrast with more permanent, defined lines.
  • Paper: A sketchpad or any suitable paper that allows for clean lines and erasing.

3. Types of Sketch Work:

  • Quick Sketches: These are fast, loose drawings made to capture the essence of a subject. They may not be highly detailed but focus on gesture, movement, and composition.
  • Detailed Sketches: These can include fine lines, shading, and careful attention to proportion, texture, and depth, often used as a base for final works like paintings or sculptures.
  • Life Drawing: Sketching from real-life subjects, such as people, animals, or nature, helps artists capture proportions and forms accurately.
  • Concept Sketches: Used in design and illustration, these sketches are meant to represent ideas for larger projects, such as product designs, characters, or architectural plans.

4. Techniques in Sketching:

  • Hatching & Cross-Hatching: Creating shading and texture by drawing parallel or intersecting lines.
  • Stippling: Using small dots to create texture and shading.
  • Smudging: Softening the lines and adding depth to areas by rubbing the pencil or charcoal with a blending tool or fingers.
  • Gestural Drawing: A quick sketch technique that captures the movement and energy of a subject.

5. Benefits of Sketch Work:

  • Skill Development: Regular sketching improves hand-eye coordination and drawing skills.
  • Flexibility: Sketches offer room for experimentation, revisions, and changes, allowing artists to explore different ideas.
  • Visual Diary: Sketches often act as a personal visual record, documenting thoughts, experiences, and moments.

6. Sketching for Different Art Forms:

  • Portrait Sketching: Focuses on capturing the likeness of a person with attention to facial features and expressions.
  • Landscape Sketching: Depicts natural environments, focusing on perspective, depth, and light.
  • Still Life Sketching: Involves drawing inanimate objects, often focusing on light, texture, and form.

Face painting

Tattoo making in fest


face painting done by my students in competition. 



Backdrop preparation

Labour Day  backdrop done by me..



Painting The last supper

The Last SupperThe Last Supper is a late 15th-century mural painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan. It is one of the world's most famous paintings.It was a great experience when painted this.