Amity School of Fashion Technology (ASFT) & Amity School of Fine Arts (ASFA) started with KREATIV ’19 at Amity University, Noida Campus.
KREATIV ‘19 is an Annual Event comprising “Annual Display of Artwork” of Students of ASFA (Painting, Applied Art, Animation & Visual Communication Programmes) & “Design Collection Presentation” of Students of ASFT (Fashion Design Programme) and “Talk Show” with Artist & Designers. The event showcase talent and original ideas of budding professionals of Art & Design field.
Ms. Divya Chauhan, Chairperson, Amity School of Fine Arts and Amity School of Fashion Technology said that arts is an offbeat course and therefore all the students who have their interest in this field must identify their skill, and keep practicing the art form to enhance their creative faculty. She informed that Amity University is planning include a course on Museum study in the near future.
Shri Ranbir Kaleka, Former Principal, College of Arts, Delhi and Renowned Senior Artist said that, an artist is always in a dilemma of what can he create of the art that he or she has learnt over the years. He exclaimed that “Art is expressed with absolute honesty” and no matter what you create, it must give you self-satisfaction. He advised that as an artist, you must not only welcome appreciation but also be open to criticisms and take them on a positive note. He asserted that learning is a never-ending process and suggested the budding artists to not only learn from their experiences but also from others.
Shri S.N Lahiri, Ex-Principal, College Art, Delhi and Senior Artist averred that Sensitivity and Conviction are the two noticeable things in the work of an artist. He remarked that “an artist’s works are like visual melodies that echoes through bright colors.” He exclaimed that arts is a subject which is beyond our imagination and has no boundaries and therefore, there is great potential for artists to make new explorations in this field.
Shri Krishan Ahuja, Ex-Professor, College of Arts, Delhi and Senior Artist suggested the students that “there are multiple techniques available for graphic designing, but you must always try to make sketches on your own for better creativity.” He insisted on establishment of a Sculpture designing wing at Amity. He called upon the students to respect every form of art and be honest with the profession by keeping the authenticity of the artwork intact”.
During the event, Students from ASFT and ASFA presented their works in art and design on various themes such as Pampering and Beautification, Imperfectly positive, Indian Miniature paintings, etc. in an exhibition showcasing their talent.
The second day of KREATIV’ 19 witnessed a talk show with Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Renowned Beauty Expert, in which she discussed about the importance of Personal grooming and Personality development with the students of Amity School of Fashion Technology (ASFT) and Amity School of Fine Arts (ASFA). Addressing the students, she apprised that our physical appearance plays a crucial role in creating our first impression. She exclaimed that “Beauty is holistic, and it has a lot to do with the body, mind and soul.”
She talked about the various methods and cosmetics which men and women could use to look smart and leave a lasting impression. She stressed on the need for putting up a good posture by demonstrating the students how to walk and sit during formal and informal occasions. She informed that apart from external application of cosmetics, we need to bring in some major changes in our daily routines to improve our lifestyles like – Exercising, drinking lots of water and taking good night sleep.