Professional Diploma in Fine Arts (1-Year & 2-Year)
Certified through Pracheen Kala Kendra Chandigarh. Spanning 22 years of legacy, nurturing critical thinking, technical perfection, and DU ECA quota eligibility.
Structured Artistic Education & Recognized Merit
The BFA Diploma in Painting exams stand as a celebration of youthful artistic expression. Beyond assessing technical skills, the exams nurture critical thinking, creativity, and personal growth. The internationally recognized certificates issued on merit provide a solid foundation for diverse future paths.
While the exams offer structured artistic education, a strong portfolio from these exams bolsters art school admissions or leads to careers in design, illustration, and fine arts. In India, such diplomas hold sway in Delhi University (DU) admissions under the ECA Quota, directly influencing cut-off percentages.
Recognized Diploma Certifications
Awarded in affiliation with Pracheen Kala Kendra Chandigarh
Pracheen Kala Kendra Diploma Stages
Exams are conducted annually under standard merit guidelines. Each progressive diploma grade builds academic standing, technical competence, and eligibility under the university ECA Quota.
Stage 1: Prathama / Adya
Basic perspective, 20-grade tonal pencil shading, object drawing, and color theory.
Stage 2: Madhyama
Drapery still life, human facial anatomy, landscape perspective, and pastel blending.
Stage 3: Purna / Ankan Manjari
Live model life drawing, wet-on-wet watercolors, acrylic impasto, and art history.
Stage 4: Visharad
Master oil painting, creative composition, large-format canvas execution, and portfolio presentation.
Complete Syllabus & Curriculum Breakdown
Theory: Introduction to Art, Methods & Materials, Color Theory, Basic Art History.
Drawing: Freehand drawing, object and nature study, visual perspective, 1-point and 2-point vanishing points, bold and rhythmic lines, relationship between lines, value and texture.
Still Life: Drapery foreground/background, texture study across cloth, wood, glass, bronze, mirror, china clay, terracotta. Light and shade tonal variations.
Life Drawing: Human figure stick and block drawing, basic anatomy, head study from different angles.
Mediums: HB Shading Pencils (20 shades gradations), Charcoal, Dry Pastels, Pencil Colors, Watercolors.
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Enrollments open for Regular Studio classes (Noida / Delhi) and Live Interactive Online classes.
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