Visual Arts

From sketch to expression - every stroke has a purpose.

Kala Parv prep - art, effort, and endless imagination.

Outdoor sketching - where real spaces become real subjects.

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structures from simple materials — learning by doing.

Kala Parv - where our campus turns into an open-air art gallery.

From concept to installation - our students
turn imagination into immersive art.

Clay to character - imagination in 3D.

Identity on canvas - where every silhouette tells a story.

Creativity without walls.

Learning the language of art - where every stroke carries meaning.

Sculpting ideas into tangible form.

Directed practice that refines technique and deepens artistic intent.

Focused practice that strengthens foundational drawing skills.

Collaborative projects that teach teamwork beyond the canvas.

Sculpting ideas into reality.

A gallery visit that opens minds and expands imagination.

Where imagination finds form and creativity finds voice.

A vibrant, multidisciplinary space where creativity and reflection intersect. Our state-of-the-art Department of Visual Arts guided by nine professional art educators; offers students an immersive journey through painting, sculpture, ceramic-pottery, printmaking and digital arts. From traditional fine arts to contemporary digital practices, we support every learner’s artistic voice through hands-on exploration, personal expression, and cross-disciplinary collaboration empowering them to see, think, and create beyond boundaries. By encouraging originality instead of copied work, we transform young artists into thoughtful creators ready to shape the world with imagination and vision.

Creative Expression in Action:
Inside Our Ateliers

Drawing & Painting

In Drawing and Painting, students build foundational art skills through pencil, charcoal, ink, watercolour, acrylics, and mixed media. They learn key techniques such as shading, blending, layering, perspective, and colour theory while developing observation and composition skills. This discipline encourages creativity, expression, and confidence as students explore both realistic and imaginative approaches to visual storytelling.

Printmaking (Graphic Art)

In Printmaking, students explore techniques such as linocut, woodcut, drypoint, monotype, and screen printing to create original artwork through carved or prepared surfaces. The process encourages experimentation with texture, repetition, and positive–negative space. Through hands-on practice, students develop precision, patience, design thinking, and confidence while experiencing the joy of creating multiple prints from their own handcrafted plates.

Sculpture & Clay Modelling

In Sculpture and Clay Modelling, students create three-dimensional artworks using clay, wire, plaster, paper pulp, and mixed media. They explore additive, subtractive, and constructive techniques through modelling, carving, assemblage, and mould-making. The process strengthens spatial understanding, tactile awareness, and craftsmanship, while encouraging imagination, problem-solving, and hands-on creative expression.

Ceramic Pottery

In Ceramic Pottery, students learn to shape functional and decorative clay forms through hand-building, slab work, and wheel throwing. They explore surface treatments such as slip decoration, sgraffito, and glazing to enhance texture and design. Pieces are then kiln-fired through bisque and glaze cycles, allowing students to experience the complete ceramic process. This discipline builds patience, precision, control over form, and an understanding of clay behaviour and glaze interaction resulting in meaningful, tactile, and expressive craftsmanship.

Our Leaders Speak

In visual arts, training the hands and eyes is only the beginning. The deeper purpose is to nurture the mind; spark creativity, refine perception, and build an expressive, balanced personality. Art education helps students think, feel, and create with confidence. At Khaitan, we don’t just teach techniques; we cultivate creators who see differently.

Our classrooms function like studios of discovery, where mistakes become opportunities, observations turn into ideas, and ideas evolve into meaningful expressions. Students learn to question, analyse, and interpret the world around them, eventually finding their own artistic voice. Through sustained practice, exposure to diverse art forms, and guided exploration, they develop visual sensitivity, emotional intelligence, and the courage to communicate who they are.

Raju Bose

Head of Visual Arts

Mentors Who Shape Creative Vision

Mentors Who Shape Artistic Journeys

Our Visual Arts educators spark imagination, build artistic confidence, and help young creators transform ideas into meaningful expressions.

Our Visual Arts educators are not merely teachers—they are creative mentors who inspire imagination, artistic expression, and visual storytelling while nurturing discipline, confidence, and an appreciation for aesthetics and culture.

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In visual arts, training the hands and eyes is only the beginning. The deeper purpose is to nurture the mind; spark creativity, refine perception, and build an expressive, balanced personality. Art education helps students think, feel, and create with confidence. At Khaitan, we don’t just teach techniques; we cultivate creators who see differently.

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As both an artist and educator, I believe creativity thrives where artistic practice meets thoughtful teaching. True artistic growth emerges from disciplined skill-building, bold exploration, and authentic self-expression. I hold the conviction that every child is inherently creative and it is our responsibility to nurture that potential with respect, patience, and space to bloom.

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Transformation is the only constant and art teaches us how to embrace it with awareness and expression. Through sculpture education, students learn to translate experiences, emotions, and observations into tangible forms. This process nurtures resilience, reflection, and a deep appreciation for every moment of growth and creation.

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I believe teaching and learning work best when both the teacher and the students grow together. In my studio, students are encouraged to try, explore, and learn through doing. Mistakes are treated as part of the process, not something to fear, and every activity is designed to help students understand why they are creating, not just how.

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In Theatre, every activity becomes a doorway to expression and discovery. Our sessions are designed to help students think creatively, collaborate fearlessly, and communicate with clarity and confidence. As they improvise, perform, and explore characters, they develop empathy, discipline, and emotional awareness. Theatre empowers learners to understand themselves, respect others, and face challenges with courage. Our goal is not just to train performers, but to shape articulate, confident, and compassionate individuals.

Lucky Katariya, Theatre Educator

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Bharatanatyam is not just movement—it is discipline, expression, and cultural wisdom in action. Our sessions help students explore rhythm, storytelling, and traditional technique in a structured yet creative environment. Each gesture, posture, and expression builds balance, focus, and emotional awareness. As learners connect with India’s artistic heritage, they develop resilience, confidence, and respect for practice and precision. The aim is to nurture dancers who carry this classical art form with pride, grounding their creativity in tradition while discovering their own artistic voice.

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In Performing Arts, learning is not limited to technique — it is a journey of self-expression, discipline, and joyful discovery. At Khaitan, every child finds a stage where their voice, rhythm, and creativity are valued. We consciously design experiences that blend tradition with contemporary practice, allowing students to build confidence, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity. Our aim is not just to train performers, but to nurture thinkers, dreamers, and empathetic human beings who carry the power of the arts into every aspect of life.

Anusuya Ghosh Banerjee, Head of Performing Arts

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At Khaitan Public School, our Hindustani Vocal program helps students explore music as a form of expression, discipline, and cultural identity. Each session blends swaras, taals, and riyaaz to strengthen voice, clarity, and confidence. Students learn to listen deeply, perform fearlessly, and connect with Indian classical traditions in a joyful, structured environment. Over time, they gain patience, emotional balance, and a musical foundation that supports their growth beyond the classroom.

Monalisa Ghoshal, Vocal Educator

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In visual arts, training the hands and eyes is only the beginning. The deeper purpose is to nurture the mind—spark creativity, refine perception, and build an expressive, balanced personality. Art education helps students think, feel, and create with confidence. At Khaitan, we don’t just teach techniques — we cultivate creators who see differently.

Raju Bose, Head of Visual Arts

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As both an artist and educator, I believe creativity thrives where artistic practice meets thoughtful teaching. True artistic growth emerges from disciplined skill-building, bold exploration, and authentic self-expression. I hold the conviction that every child is inherently creative — and it is our responsibility to nurture that potential with respect, patience, and space to bloom.

Sangita Karmarkar, Drawing & Painting Educator

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Transformation is the only constant — and art teaches us how to embrace it with awareness and expression. Through sculpture education, students learn to translate experiences, emotions, and observations into tangible forms. This process nurtures resilience, reflection, and a deep appreciation for every moment of growth and creation.

Eswara Sai Chandra Urti, Sculpture Educator

What Students Gain Through Visual Arts

Creativity helps learners express themselves, build confidence, and discover their creative potential.

Student Voices

Visual Arts has been much more than a subject for me; it has become a language through which I express my ideas, emotions, and identity. Each class pushes me to think beyond the obvious, experiment boldly, and find meaning in every line, shade, and colour. From observational drawing to conceptual compositions, the process has helped me understand that creativity isn’t just about making art it’s about seeing the world differently. These experiences have strengthened my imagination, refined my technique, and given me the confidence to communicate visually with purpose and originality.

Visual Arts has taught me to see the world not just as it appears, but as it feels. At KPS, every class encourages me to observe deeply, experiment fearlessly, and give shape to thoughts that don’t always fit into words. The studio space, the guidance from my teachers, and the freedom to explore different mediums have helped me turn ideas into expressive artworks. These experiences let me transform the impressions life leaves on me mixing them with memory and imagination to create something uniquely my own. Through art at Khaitan, I have learnt to think freely, feel deeply, and express what words cannot.

In Visual Arts at KPS, we don’t just learn to draw or paint better we learn to understand ourselves better. Each class invites us to slow down, reflect, and translate our thoughts into meaningful visuals. With the guidance of our teachers and the freedom to explore different mediums, I’ve discovered how colours, lines, and forms can express emotions that words often cannot. The studio environment encourages introspection, imagination, and thoughtful observation, helping me grow not only as an artist but also as a person. Visual Arts has taught me to see with clarity, create with purpose, and find my voice through art.

My experience in Visual Arts at KPS has been truly transformative. The calm and creative atmosphere of the studio made every painting session feel like a journey into my own thoughts. What I valued most was how my art teacher helped me translate my ideas into real, expressive artworks guiding without limiting, and encouraging without correcting my individuality. The project ‘I Discover I’ was a turning point for me. It pushed me to explore my identity, question who I am, and express emotions I didn’t even know I carried. It wasn’t just an assignment it was a self-awakening experience that changed the way I see myself.

The Visual Arts Department at Khaitan Public School is a perfect blend of joy, creativity, and deep learning. Beyond teaching expressive techniques, it has helped me look at thoughts, emotions, and everyday situations through completely new perspectives. I’ve learnt to find beauty in the ordinary, appreciate details that often go unnoticed, and approach every task with curiosity and openness. These experiences have made art more than just a subject it has become a way of thinking, observing, and connecting with the world. Visual Arts is now a truly meaningful part of my life.

Visual Arts