FINE ARTS FEST
Don’t leave your art at home. Depict what inspires you!
It is a unique Mehndi Designing Competition in which the contestant has to master both Indian and Mughlai Mehndi Forms. While Indian mehndi designs are based on pattern of peacocks, flowers, along with various other unique curls and curves, without leaving much space in between; Mughlai mehndi design has a distinctive style where every single curl and dot is accentuated boldly, neatly and detailed. It is the oldest and most traditional form of mehndi.
- Type of event: Solo
- Team Size: 1 (Should bring one accompanist on whose hand the Mehendi is to be designed)
- Due credit shall be given for originality, creativity, decorative art with aesthetic sense.
- Use of hand print or any other kind of mould shall lead to disqualification.
- Theme will be provided on the spot.
- A maximum of 2 hours shall be given.
- Designing should be done on both the hands. Indian on the left while Mughalai on the right. The mehndi must extent on the palm side forearm to a maximum of six inch length only.
- The person on whose hand, the mehndi shall be designed must be a part of the team and must be arranged by the participating team.
- Mehndi Cone and other required materials are to be arranged the participating team.
- No material / tools / equipment shall be provided by the organizer. All materials to be used are to be arranged by the contestants on their own expenses and choices.
- Credit / Marks shall be given for MINIMUM RESOURCE utility giving the best look.
- Use of mobile phones or any electrical gadgets are strictly prohibited.
- Neatness in presentation
- Theme relevance
- Overall impression of the mehndi design
- Uniqueness in design
Typically posters include both textual and graphic elements, although a poster may be either wholly graphical or wholly text. Posters are designed to be both eye-catching and informative. Posters may be used for many purposes. They are a frequent tool of advertisers (particularly of events, musicians, and films), propagandists, protestors, and other groups trying to communicate a message. Posters are also used for reproductions of artwork, particularly famous works, and are generally low-cost compared to the original artwork.
- Type of event: SOLO
- Team Size: 1
- The posters will be created on the spot on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
- The poster must be made on half imperial size drawing paper (22” x 15”). This paper will be provided by the host institute.
- A maximum of 2 hours shall be given.
- Participants may use any one media such as Acrylic Colours, Water colours, Poster colours, Pastel colours, etc.
- Participants must bring their own art supplies, including brushes, colours, palettes, containers, and any other required tools. Only the drawing sheet will be provided by the host institute.
- The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
- Participants are advised to bring their own drawing boards or easel as per their choice.
- Relevance to the Theme
- Creativity and Originality
- Visual Impact and Presentation
- Clarity of Message / Visual Communication
- Overall Composition and Neatness
These charcoals are often used by artists for their versatile properties, such as the rough texture that leaves marks less permanent than other art media. Charcoal can produce lines that are very light or intensely black, while being easily removable, yet vulnerable to leaving stains on paper. The dry medium can be applied to almost any surface from smooth to very coarse. Fixatives are often used with charcoal drawings to solidify the position to prevent erasing or rubbing off of charcoal dusts.
- Type of event: SOLO
- Team Size: 1
- A maximum of 02 hours shall be given.
- Theme of the competition: You have to make the portrait of your fellow friend sitting in front of you.
- Drawing sheet shall be provided by the organizers.
- Basic stationary set and charcoal sticks or any other charcoal based stationary shall be allowed.
- Use of mobile phones or any electrical gadgets are strictly prohibited.
- The decision of the judges shall be the final one.
- Finishing & Neatness of work
- Shading
- Overall impact
- Clarity of work & Lines of Strokes
Cartooning is a picture intended as satire or humor. Cartoons consist of just one picture, while others will consist of several pictures. Typically, characters and scenes in most cartoons are not drawn realistically. Some cartoons may have a caption, speech, or thought bubble that makes the characters’ words or actions apparent.
- Type of event: SOLO
- Team Size: 1
- Time to be given: 2 hours
- The cartoon will be created on the spot on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
- The cartooning must be made on half imperial size drawing paper (22” x 15”). This paper will be provided by the host institute.
- Participants may use any one media such as Acrylic Colours, Water colours, Poster colours, Pastel colours, etc.
- Participants must bring their own art supplies, including brushes, colours, palettes, containers, and any other required tools. Only the drawing sheet will be provided by the host institute.
- Participants are advised to bring their own drawing boards or easel as per their choice.
- The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
- Relevance to Theme
- Creativity and Originality
- Artistic Composition and Design
- Technique Use of Medium
- Overall Visual Impact
This art is known differently in various regions such as Mandna, Alpana, Alekhan, Kolam, Rangoli, etc. For this the medium and form for expression can be free hand, pictorial and descriptive.
- Type of event: SOLO
- Team Size: 1
- Duration will not be more than 2 hours.
- Participants will be required to create a Rangoli design based on a subject, theme, or topic announced at the start of the event.
- The maximum permissible size for each Rangoli design is 4 feet x 4 feet (i.e 4 feet diameter in case of circular rangoli) while the rangoli must not be smaller than 2.5 feet x 2.5 feet (i.e 2.5 feet diameter in case of circular rangoli). Rangoli must be created within and on the space allotted by the organizers
- Participants must bring their own materials.
- Participants may use permitted medium for their Rangoli. Acceptable materials include: Rangoli powders or colours, flower petals, coloured sawdust, or food grains (e.g., rice, lentils).
- Pasting/gluing of materials is strictly prohibited.
- The use of dies, stencils, moulds, mechanical tools, or any other aids is not permitted. All work must be done freehand.
- Participants may draw from traditional forms such as Mandna, Alpana, Alekhan, Kolam, Rangoli, or others, with interpretations allowed in freehand, pictorial, or descriptive styles.
- The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
- Relevance to the theme.
- Creativity and innovation
- Design and composition
- Neatness and precision
- Colour harmony
- Aesthetic appeal
The Collage Making Competition is a creative platform for artists to transform simple paper cuttings, textures, and images into powerful works of visual storytelling. Participants will explore their imagination, experiment with composition, and convey meaningful messages through a fusion of colors, patterns, and forms. This event not only celebrates artistic expression but also encourages resourcefulness, originality, and a keen eye for detail—hallmarks of the Fine Arts spirit.
- Type of event: Solo
- Team Size: 1
- The collage will be created on the spot on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
- The collage must be made on half imperial size drawing paper (22” x 15”). This paper will be provided by the host institute.
- Duration will not be more than 2 hours.
- Collages must be prepared only using materials from old magazines and newspapers.
- Participants must bring their own materials, including adhesive (pasting material), old magazines/newspapers, and any other required items.
- Use of scissors, cutters, blades, or any sharp cutting tools is strictly prohibited. All tearing/cutting must be done by hand.
- The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
- Relevance to Theme
- Creativity and Innovation
- Composition and Layout
- Visual Impact and Aesthetic Appeal
- Neatness and Craftsmanship
In art, the term painting describes both the act and the result of the action. It also describes the expression of ideas and emotions, with the creation of certain aesthetic qualities, in a two-dimensional visual language. The elements of this language—its shapes, lines, colours, tones, and textures—are used in various ways to produce sensations of volume, space, movement, and light on a flat surface. These elements are combined into expressive patterns in order to represent real or supernatural phenomena, to interpret a narrative theme, or to create wholly abstract visual relationships.
- Type of event: SOLO
- Team Size: 1
- The painting will be created on the spot on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
- Time duration shall be a maximum of 2 hours.
- The painting must be made on half imperial size drawing paper (22” x 15”). This paper will be provided by the host institute.
- Participants may use any one media such as Acrylic Colours, Water colours, Poster colours, Pastel colours, Oil colours, etc.
- Participants must bring their own art supplies, including brushes, colours, palettes, containers, and any other required tools. Only the drawing sheet will be provided by the host institute.
- Participants are advised to bring their own drawing boards or easel as per their choice.
- The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
- Relevance to Theme
- Creativity and Originality
- Composition and Layout
- Colour Harmony and Technique
- Overall Aesthetic Appeal
Clay Modelling is a creative solo event that provides participants with an opportunity to transform their imagination and artistic ideas into a three-dimensional clay model. The theme or subject will be announced at the beginning of the competition, and participants will be required to create their models entirely on the spot within the allotted 2 hours and 30 minutes. Participants may use their own clay-modelling tools, armatures, and permitted supporting materials to develop their creations. The event encourages creativity, originality, technical skill, attention to detail, structural stability, and aesthetic presentation. Participants are expected to demonstrate effective use of form, texture, proportion, and composition while working within the prescribed size and material limitations
- Type of event: Solo
- Team Size: 1
- The clay model must be created on the spot, based on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
- Participants will have a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete their artwork. The maximum permissible size of the clay model is 12 inches × 12 inches × 12 inches (30 cm × 30 cm × 30 cm).
- Participants may bring clay modeling tools (e.g., shaping tools, rolling pins, modeling knives – all non-electric and hand-held); water sprays or small bowls for softening clay; cloths/rags for cleaning; and protective aprons or gloves.
- Participants are allowed to use armatures and the necessary tools for erecting them.
- Participants are required to bring a wooden plank or plywood sheet with minimum dimensions of 2 feet × 2 feet and a thickness of at least 12 millimeter, to be used as the base for their clay model.
- The following are strictly prohibited: electric or battery-operated tools, heating equipment, hair dryers, or any powered tools; pre-molded or pre-designed parts; external decorations; use of paint, glitter, sequins, fabric, or any other embellishments; and clay types other than those provided.
- The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
- Relevance to the theme
- Creativity and originality
- Technique and detailing
- Structural stability
- Aesthetic appeal
- Finish
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