Arts Exhibition organized at St Agnes College
Mangaluru: The UG Department of Arts of St Agnes College (Autonomous) organized the Renaissance of Arts through an exhibition on September 20, 2024.
The occasion displayed a visual brilliance and radiance of art, architectural monuments, epigraphy, sculptures, artifacts, ancient civilizations, psychological concepts, journalism, fine arts, painting, graphics, applied art, commercials, the evolution of human society, interactions, cultural relationships worldwide, music, literature, philosophy, and various concepts around the arts, which showcased the students’ imagination, passion, and awareness through a remarkable display of creative models and charts.
The arts exhibition elevates the period focused on the theme “Artissance.” Renaissance is a French word meaning “rebirth.” It refers to a period in ancient civilization that was marked by a revival of Classical learning and wisdom.
Sr Dr M Venissa AC., the principal, inaugurated the exhibition, expressing her views on the significance of the arts. She appreciated the students for their creativity, potential, interest, passion, resourcefulness, and eagerness in organising this exhibition. She addressed that “education is an investment for life, and you need to ignite your curiosity, enthusiasm, and zeal to implant these teachings in our minds, which can be of great reference in future life and for society.”.
A wonderful and insightful session on the topic “The Art of Storytelling” was conducted by the speaker, Mr. Prajath Kumar Hegde, Lecturer and Research Scholar, Department of BSc Visual Communication and Journalism, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University). This session covered the topics of visual arts, humanities, literary arts, performing arts, Cave painting, Printing, Cinema, the importance of photography, documentary, and advertisement, and insights were shared by the speaker.
The exhibition attracted students and received great appreciation from the visitors. This event was coordinated and compered by Rajwa Quasim A, student coordinator and vice president, arts. This event began with an invocation by Sr Ribanika and team, followed by Anusha welcoming the speaker. The review was given by Thanmayee, and Sampoorna proposed the vote of thanks. Dr. R. Nagesh, Dean of Arts & Languages, and other faculty members of the Arts stream were present for the event.
