School of Applied Arts & Crafts

School of Applied Arts & Crafts (SoAAC)

Program Offered

B.F.A

Department Profile

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Applied Arts is an intensive undergraduate program designed to develop creative professionals with strong visual communication skills and a deep understanding of design principles. Rooted in both artistic expression and practical application, the program integrates traditional art-making with contemporary digital technologies to prepare students for the dynamic needs of the creative industry.

Program Philosophy: The program emphasizes the role of art as a powerful tool for communication, persuasion, and problem-solving. Students learn to translate ideas into visual solutions that are both aesthetically compelling and functionally effective. Through continuous studio practice, conceptual exploration, and industry exposure, learners cultivate originality, technical proficiency, and a professional design mindset.
Curriculum and Learning Experience: The curriculum is structured to balance foundational art education with advanced applied design training. Core components include:
- Drawing and Illustration
- Design Principles and Visual Composition
- Typography and Layout Design
- Advertising and Brand Communication
- Photography and Digital Imaging
- Graphic Design and Print Media
- Digital Tools and Multimedia Applications
Studio-based learning, workshops, field projects, critiques, internships, and portfolio development form the backbone of the academic experience. Students also engage with real-world clients and industry scenarios to build confidence and practical expertise.
Elective Specialization Options: In the later years of the program, students can choose from a set of elective specializations to refine their skills in a particular domain of Applied Arts:
- Typography: Focuses on the art and technique of arranging type. Students learn type design, font creation, expressive typography, publication layout, branding applications, and digital typesetting.
- Photography: Covers creative and commercial photography, lighting techniques, digital post-production, editorial and advertising photography, storytelling through images, and advanced camera operations.
- Illustration: Develops skills in traditional and digital illustration, character design, concept art, narrative imagery, editorial illustration, and visual storytelling for print and digital media.
- Visualization: Trains students in conceptualizing and rendering visual ideas for advertising campaigns, brand communication, storyboards, product visualization, and creative concept development.
- Display Design: Explores exhibition design, signage systems, visual merchandising, retail display, spatial communication, and the integration of aesthetics with functional environmental design.
- User Interface (UI) Design: Introduces principles of digital product design, user interaction, interface aesthetics, wireframing, prototyping, design systems, and visual strategy for apps and web platforms.

School Vision

To be a leading institution in applied arts education, nurturing creative excellence, innovation, and socially responsible artistry that shapes culture, empowers communities, and drives industry-forward design and expression in a global context

School Mission

To nurture creative minds through immersive, interdisciplinary education in the applied arts, empowering students to craft visually compelling, socially relevant, and professionally dynamic work. We foster innovation, cultural awareness, and hands-on mastery in design, visual communication, and craft-based arts to shape the change makers of tomorrow.

Key Highlights

Studio-Based Learning: Hands-on training in disciplines such as painting, sculpture, applied arts, printmaking, photography, digital art, animation, and more.
Expert Faculty Guidance: Mentorship by practicing artists, designers, and industry professionals.
Access to Professional Art Facilities: Well-equipped studios, digital labs, workshops, and exhibition spaces.
Interdisciplinary Approach: Opportunity to explore multiple art forms, combine traditional and digital media, and develop a unique artistic voice.
Strong Focus on Creativity & Concept Development: Emphasis on developing originality, visual thinking, critical analysis, and artistic concepts.
Exhibitions & Portfolio Development: Annual art exhibitions, Portfolio reviews, Public displays of artwork. These help to build a professional artist profile.
Internships & Industry Exposure: Practical experience through: Galleries, Design studios, Media houses, Creative agencies
Cultural and Community Projects: Participation in art festivals, workshops, community service programs, and cultural initiatives.
Art History & Theory Foundation: Courses on art movements, aesthetics, visual culture, and contemporary practices to strengthen understanding.
Career Opportunities After Graduation: Graphic designer | Illustrator | Fine artist | Animator | Photographer | Art educator | Art director | Curator
Pathway to Higher Studies: Opportunities for MFA, design masters, or specialization programs in creative fields.

Director’s Message

Mr Jaiprakash G. Kalwale

Director, SAAC

director.saac@dypiu.ac.in

Today in the world of competition people in the specialized fields are in great demand. Applied art is a creative field where the students can explore their creativity for the effective communication, information and publication.

Head of Department

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Faculty Profile

Priyanka Kunjir

Assistant Professor

MFA| PGDM

Mr. Shyam Pagare

Assistant Professor

BFA| MFA - Applied Arts

Specialization

Graphic Design| Visual Communication| Printing Technology| Print and Publication| UI/UX

Mr Rajesh Suresh Poojari

Assistant Professor

MFA Applied Arts

Specialization

Visualisation

Surabhi Kanchan Gulwelkar

Assistant Professor

Masters in Fine Arts

Specialization

Drawing & Painting| Portraiture

Vijay Laxmi Pinjan

Assistant Professor

Post Graduate (Bansthali Vidhyapeeth)

Specialization

Visualisation

Ms. Samata Sham Bendre

Assistant Professor

PhD Pursuing| Master Of arts(MFA) (Banasthali Vidyapith Jaipur Rajasthan)

Specialization

Illustrtion

Mr. Krishna Ganpat Sawant

Assistant Professor

GUC NET Qualified, MFA

Specialization

Visualisation

Dr. Rahul M. Weldode

Sr. Assistant Professor

Ph. D. in Applied Art (RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur.)

Specialization

Illustration & Typography

Mr. Sharad Wadkar

Sr. Assistant Professor

BFA, MFA Applied Art

Specialization

Visual Communication, Calligraphy, Typography, Photography, Publication Design

Research and Development

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Projects

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Achievements

Introduction of AI in design and content development
Various events conducted like Lego, film launch etc
Launch of Zenith
Tie ups with overseas universities - Paris. In the pipeline
One IPR in the process
Research paper from Ketan Sir
India's first graphics animation biopic film released by Ketan Sir

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