A journey where they discovered creativity within

The second edition of Madhya Pradesh Design Utsav, Mudra Edition, was held at the National Institute of Design (NID) Madhya Pradesh in Bhopal, featuring active participation from students of The Velammal International School (TVIS) and Ology Tech School.

There are moments in life when one discovers untapped potential and creative depths, realizing that there is always more to learn and a vast world of possibilities awaiting exploration. The second edition of Madhya Pradesh Design Utsav, Mudra Edition, held at the National Institute of Design (NID) Madhya Pradesh in Bhopal, from December 15 to 17, served as a unique opportunity for students from The Velammal International School (TVIS) and Ology Tech School. These students, under the guidance of the Chitravathi Centre for Creativity (CCC), were exposed to a new realm of creativity through interactive sessions, campus visits, and engaging workshops.

Those who interacted with the students included esteemed individuals such as Professor Pradyumna Vyas, President-Elect of the World Design Organization (WDO) and Former Director of the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, and Professor Dhiraj Kumar, Director of NID Bhopal, among others. They presented the children with insights into the immense possibilities offered by the creative industry.

The roots of design education can be traced back to the second industrial revolution, marked by significant developments such as the invention of steam power in 1760, said Prof Vyas. A century later, the advent of electrical power and mass production shaped the second industrial revolution. In 1919, the Bauhaus School of Design emerged, leaving a lasting impact on design education worldwide.

In the contemporary era, design has undergone a remarkable transformation. It has evolved from being a subsidiary aspect within large corporations, relying on traditional tools like pencil and paper, to becoming the focal point of enterprises that prioritize design thinking at every stage, he added, emphasizing various crucial aspects regarding the future of design.

The workshops, besides being informative, were also designed to be fun-filled, providing the students with a unique and enriching creative journey. Here are some glimpses from the visit and the workshops.

Sound Design Workshop - "Just EQ IT": This workshop delved into the mysterious world of sound and its design possibilities across various creative areas, from music and films to designing the acoustics of a space. This inquisitive workshop explored the art of sound design and its immense potential within the design industry.

Cartoonpur: A workshop focused on developing characters and narratives engaged the students with interesting storytelling and assisted them in creating and designing their own characters.

Ceramic Workshop: This workshop introduced participants to the flexibility of clay as a medium and guided them in creating interesting forms.

Macramé Workshop: Macramé, a popular crafting method involving various knots to form basic shapes, was explored in this workshop. It can be used to produce hanging products, as well as decorative and design items. The workshop received highly enthusiastic participation from the students.

Paper-Maché Workshop: This workshop allowed students to explore the beauty and potential of a medium where strips of paper are glue-pasted onto forms that participants want to replicate.

Tie-Dye Workshop: The age-old tradition of Tie-dye provided a colorful experience for students, teaching them various resist dyeing techniques such as Cotton Itajime Shibori, Bandni, Arashi Shibori, and Konoko Shibori. The detailed process included folding, twisting, pleating, or crumpling fabric.