Specialty Art Workshops & Events

Core Materials & Deliverables

• Raw Material: 1 Block of "Shadu Mati" (Natural, eco-friendly sedimentary clay), approx 1kg. Sufficient for a 6-8 inch idol.
• Base Support: 1 Standard steel thali or wooden ply square (approx 8x8 inches) to build the idol upon (returnable or disposable depending on venue).
• Sculpting Tools: Shared community access to basic tools: toothpicks, ice-cream sticks, water bowls for smoothing, and rough cloth/sponge.
• The Output: One completed raw clay idol (wet state) to be taken home immediately. Note: Painting is not included as clay requires drying time.

Instruction & Experience

• Duration: 2 Hours of guided activity.
• Expertise: Step-by-step live demonstration by a Lead Sculptor projected or central view.
• Support Staff: Roaming assistance by senior students or assistant teachers to help with structural stability (fixing trunk/hands).
• Environment: Classroom or Community Hall setting (non-AC usually). Seating arrangement is typically functional (school benches or plastic chairs) or floor-seating.
• Language: Instruction in a mix of Hindi, Marathi, and English.

Material Kit (All-Inclusive)

• Surfaces: 1 Small Canvas Board (approx 10"x12"), 1 Canvas Tote Bag (unpainted), Art paper/Cartridge sheets for daily practice.
• Paints & Media: Shared access to student-grade Acrylic paints, Poster colors, and Fabric paints. Brushes and palettes provided during class.
• Craft Supplies: Pre-cut stencils, sequins, glue, paper-mache paste, or air-dry clay (depending on the day's syllabus).
• Takeaways: Students take home their daily creations (5 distinct artworks by the end of the camp).

Syllabus & Activities

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 2 hours per session.
• Daily Modules:
  1. Painting: Canvas painting (Abstract or Scenery).
  2. Textile: Block printing or stencil art on Tote Bag/T-shirt.
  3. Sculpture: Basic 3D craft, Relief Mural, or Clay modeling.
  4. Paper Craft: Origami, Pop-up art, or Paper Sculpture.
  5. Master Study: Activity inspired by a famous artist (e.g., Picasso Cubism).
• Certification: A Certificate of Participation provided upon completion.

Facility

• Venue: Conducted in centers or partner schools (Desks/Benches provided).
• Ratio: Approx 1 Teacher per 10-12 students.

Logistics & Hospitality

• Transport: Round-trip travel from Mumbai (specific pickup points) to the painting location via private AC Bus.
• Venue Access: Entry fees to the specific nature resort, farm, or heritage site included.
• Meals: Complete meal package included: Morning Breakfast (upon arrival), Vegetarian Lunch (Buffet/Thali style), and Evening Tea/Coffee.
• Comfort: Access to basic washroom facilities at the venue. Seating is typically natural (ground) or basic chairs provided by the venue.

Artistic Instruction

• Guidance: On-spot mentoring by Senior Faculty on "Plein Air" techniques: perspective, capturing natural light, and color theory.
• Demo: One live landscape demonstration by the lead artist.
• Scope: Focus on Landscape Sketching, Nature Study (Trees/Water), and Architectural sketching.
• Critique: End-of-day group critique and feedback session.

Exclusions (Student Responsibility)

• Art Materials: Students are expected to bring their own Art Boards, Portable Easels (optional), Paints (Watercolors/Acrylics), Brushes, and Rags.
• Mats: Students usually carry their own mats or newspapers for sitting on the ground.