Diploma in Fine Art (1-Year)

🎨 Diploma in Fine Art (1-Year)

🔹 1. Drawing & Sketching

• Fundamentals of drawing (line, shape, form)
• Still life drawing
• Nature studies (leaves, trees, animals, birds)
• Human anatomy (face, figure)
• Perspective drawing (1-point, 2-point)
• Use of graphite, charcoal, ink

🔹 2. Painting Techniques

• Introduction to color theory
• Watercolor painting
• Acrylic painting
• Oil painting basics
• Landscape, portrait, and abstract compositions
• Brush techniques and surface preparation

🔹 3. Art History & Appreciation

• Introduction to Indian Art History
• Overview of Western Art movements
• Contemporary Art & Modern Masters
• Learning from famous artists (Raja Ravi Varma, Picasso, Van Gogh, etc.)
• Museum/gallery visits (optional/fieldwork)

🔹 4. Printmaking Basics

• Introduction to printmaking
• Lino cutting
• Monoprint
• Stencil printing
• Safety and material handling

🔹 5. Design & Composition

• Elements and principles of design
• Poster making
• Layout and typography basics
• Color harmony and balance
• Creative composition using mixed media

🔹 6. Sculpture & 3D Art (Optional / Introductory)

• Clay modeling
• Basic 3D form understanding
• Relief sculpture
• Paper mache or eco-friendly sculpture

🔹 7. Portfolio Development & Final Project

• Creation of an original body of work
• Documentation of artworks
• Artist statement writing
• Final exhibition or submission

🔹 8. Practical Assignments & Internal Assessments

• Regular sketchbook submissions
• Periodic assignments (monthly/bi-monthly)
• Critiques and teacher feedback