Fine Arts Diploma Courses for Creative Careers

Build practical foundations in painting, drawing, composition, art history and creative practice through fine arts diploma courses designed for aspiring artists. With campus-based learning, specialist faculty and pathways across painting and sculpture, students can develop their artistic voice while preparing portfolios and projects for further study or creative careers in India.

Fine arts students painting and sculpting in a bright college studio

Our Fine Arts Diploma Services

Choose painting and sculpture programmes that develop technical skills, artistic thinking, portfolios and professional creative practice.

Painting Certificate

The Certificate in Painting introduces sketching, still life, nature study, composition, colour theory and varied mediums including pencil, watercolour, charcoal and acrylic.

Painting Diploma

The Diploma in Painting builds on foundational study through landscapes, portraits, larger canvases, Indian art traditions, composition, printmaking, digital art and material exploration.

BFA Painting

The BFA in Painting combines a foundation year with advanced study in drawing, portraiture, painting mediums, Indian and Western art history, aesthetics, mural work and art business.

MFA Painting

The MFA Painting programme supports advanced creative practice through composition, portraiture, material methods, research, exhibitions, art business, digital painting and a final body of work.

BFA Sculpture

The BFA in Sculpture covers modelling, plaster, terracotta, pottery, wood, stone, cement, metal casting, fabrication, installation art and professional portfolio development.

MFA Sculpture

The MFA Sculpture programme develops concept-led professional practice through advanced materials, casting, digital sculpting, exhibitions, research, art business and individual artistic expression.

Creative Practice

Develop Your Artistic Practice With Purpose

Artemisia College’s fine arts programmes combine studio learning with art history, aesthetics, material exploration, exhibitions and professional preparation. Students can pursue painting or sculpture pathways while developing a distinctive visual language and portfolio. From foundational study to advanced research and presentation, the curriculum supports creative growth for students seeking further education or artistic careers across India.

Fine arts student working on a large painting in a college studio
Practice Into Progress

Student Creative Journeys

See how structured studio education, projects and portfolio development can support an emerging artistic career.

"I was not ready for an Internships early, but the placement cell guided me on how to apply to companies and which companies are good for me and also pushed me forward. Wherever I am now, they play a big role in it."

Ruqaiya Suruy

"My college placement cell was extremely supportive throughout my placement journey. They were always available to guide me, helped clear all my doubts, and assisted in communicating with the company's HR whenever needed. Their constant support played a major role in me getting placed in my current company."

Akshat Mandal

"I had a great experience at my college. The faculty members are supportive and always encourage students to grow both academically and professionally. The placement cell provided consistent guidance, timely communication, and support throughout the placement process, which helped me secure an opportunity at Electronic Arts. I'm grateful for the..."

Prince Choudhary

"It's been a wonderful experience with the students of artemisia college. They are energetic, enthusiastic & dedicated towards the work . Also they are task driven, take lead in challenges and eager to learn new things & implement them in daily tasks. We are looking forward to such people in..."

Anubhav Pancholia

"I was not ready for an Internships early, but the placement cell guided me on how to apply to companies and which companies are good for me and also pushed me forward. Wherever I am now, they play a big role in it."

Ruqaiya Suruy

"My college placement cell was extremely supportive throughout my placement journey. They were always available to guide me, helped clear all my doubts, and assisted in communicating with the company's HR whenever needed. Their constant support played a major role in me getting placed in my current company."

Akshat Mandal

"I had a great experience at my college. The faculty members are supportive and always encourage students to grow both academically and professionally. The placement cell provided consistent guidance, timely communication, and support throughout the placement process, which helped me secure an opportunity at Electronic Arts. I'm grateful for the..."

Prince Choudhary

"It's been a wonderful experience with the students of artemisia college. They are energetic, enthusiastic & dedicated towards the work . Also they are task driven, take lead in challenges and eager to learn new things & implement them in daily tasks. We are looking forward to such people in..."

Anubhav Pancholia

"I was not ready for an Internships early, but the placement cell guided me on how to apply to companies and which companies are good for me and also pushed me forward. Wherever I am now, they play a big role in it."

Ruqaiya Suruy

"My college placement cell was extremely supportive throughout my placement journey. They were always available to guide me, helped clear all my doubts, and assisted in communicating with the company's HR whenever needed. Their constant support played a major role in me getting placed in my current company."

Akshat Mandal

"I had a great experience at my college. The faculty members are supportive and always encourage students to grow both academically and professionally. The placement cell provided consistent guidance, timely communication, and support throughout the placement process, which helped me secure an opportunity at Electronic Arts. I'm grateful for the..."

Prince Choudhary

"It's been a wonderful experience with the students of artemisia college. They are energetic, enthusiastic & dedicated towards the work . Also they are task driven, take lead in challenges and eager to learn new things & implement them in daily tasks. We are looking forward to such people in..."

Anubhav Pancholia
The Artemisia Difference

Why Choose Artemisia College?

Study fine arts through an accessible, practice-led approach connecting creative education with professional preparation.

Studio Learning

Develop technical confidence through structured painting, drawing, sculpture and composition practice.

Industry Faculty

Learn from working practitioners, with the college stating that 90% of faculty come from industry.

Portfolio Focus

Build a body of work through projects, exhibitions, documentation and presentation-oriented coursework.

Career Support

Use dedicated placement support for portfolio preparation, CV creation, interviews and offer guidance.

Meet The Artemisia Team

Learn from experienced artists, designers and creative industry practitioners.

Portrait of Nishant Goel, Director of Artemisia College of Art & Design

Nishant Goel

Director

Nishant Goel serves as the Director of Artemisia College of Art & Design, headquartered in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. In his leadership role, he oversees the college's mission to bridge creative education with industry demands through structured training, mentorship, and strategic placements. Nishant is committed to building a dynamic, industry-integrated placement ecosystem that empowers students across disciplines such as Animation & VFX, Game Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design, and Fine Arts. Under his direction, Artemisia College has cultivated partnerships with leading global studios and creative firms, ensuring students receive access to quality career opportunities. He is dedicated to transforming academic potential into professional excellence, guiding every student toward a meaningful and sustainable career in the creative industry.

Nilanjan Bhattacharya

Nilanjan Bhattacharya

Creative Director & 2D Animation | Faculty

Mr. Bhattacharya was the Creative Director and Head of Production at ACAD Studios, Artemisia's in-house production unit, with more than 20 years of experience in the animation industry. He began his career as a Flash Animator, Rigging Artist and Lip-sync Artist on the stereoscopic feature film Krishna Aur Kans, and later worked at Metaphor Studios as a Senior Flash Animator on Mahisasur Mardini (Devi Durga). He has also worked with Majic N Colors Entertainment Studio, Hyderabad, on Shaktiman, and at Hitech Film and Broadcast Pvt. Ltd. as a 2D Animation Supervisor and Content Developer. His portfolio includes Kakababu and Santu Adventures, Kisna Series, Sholay Adventures, Gaju Bhai, Thomas Edison's Secret Lab, Astra Force, Bal Ganesh, Prince Jay Daamdaar Veeru, Jholmaal and Bajrangi.

Sanjoy Chakroborty

Sanjoy Chakroborty

Pre-production | Faculty

Mr. Sanjoy is a skilled Pre-Production Artist and classical animator with expertise in animation, cinematography and filmmaking. He trained under industry experts including Mr. Denis Deegan, Mr. Arnab De and Mr. Hirek Sha. He has worked with leading Indian animation studios including Toonz, Famous House of Animation and Surinder Films. His core strengths lie in storyboarding, character design, background layout and classical animation, making him a versatile artist across the pre-production pipeline.

Raja Ravi Chandra Prasad

Raja Ravi Chandra Prasad

Game Director | Head of Department, Game Design

Mr. Raja is an accomplished game development professional and Head of the Department of Game Design, with over a decade of experience since 2013. He is an Unreal Authorized Instructor, Game Director and Project Manager with expertise across the entire game development lifecycle from pre-production to post-production. He has collaborated with several indie game studios as game developer, game designer, level designer and game tester. His expertise includes game writing, level design and non-linear storytelling. He is proficient in Unreal Engine, Unity, 3ds Max, Substance Designer, Photoshop and Illustrator, along with C# programming, across 2D, 3D and VR projects, environmental design and animated short films.

Rakhi Chavhan

Rakhi Chavhan

Game Development | Faculty

Ms. Rakhi is a game development professional with extensive experience in both 2D and 3D game development. She has worked across multiple platforms as a Unity, Unreal, Android and J2ME game developer. She brings leadership and project management experience from roles as Senior Game Developer and Team Lead in various gaming companies, with a deep understanding of the complete game design and development pipeline from concept to execution. She is proficient in C, C++, Core J2SE, Android, J2ME, PHP and C#.

Vishesh Srivastava

Vishesh Srivastava

Game Lighting | Faculty

Mr. Vishesh Srivastava is an accomplished Lighting Artist with over eight years of international industry experience, specialising in real-time and cinematic lighting for AAA games.

Vikas Gupta

Vikas Gupta

Visual Effects | Industry Mentor

Mr. Vikas Gupta is a seasoned VFX and Animation professional with over 18 years of experience across leading studios such as DNEG, Green Gold and Prana Studios. He has held key roles including Line Producer, HOD FX and Supervisor, managing large teams and complex productions. His portfolio features Brahmastra, RRR, Black Adam, Spy Kids, 83, Maidaan and Kung Fu Fury, along with Disney's Tinker Bell series and India's first Netflix original animated show Mighty Little Bheem. He has supervised Kungfu Dhamaka, Rudra and international productions for Disney, BBC and Netflix. He is currently Co-Founder and CEO of Oysta Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.

Ritesh Verma

Ritesh Verma

3D Art | Faculty

Mr. Ritesh is a 3D Modelling and Texturing Artist with over seven years of industry experience in animation and design. He worked with Prahalad Motion Picture as a Lead Modelling and Texturing Artist and served as Team Lead at Sterling Pixels and JSM Digital Studios, managing teams and streamlining workflows. His expertise spans both organic and inorganic modelling, and he is proficient in Autodesk Maya and ZBrush.

Yamini Verma

Yamini Verma

Fashion Design | Head of Department

Ms. Yamini is a senior Fashion Designer with over 15 years of industry experience in creative design and garment production. She has worked as Design Head with Black Onyx, Design House and Mirage Design Studio. She has managed exhibitions and has extensive experience in embroidery, pattern making and garment construction. Her work includes collaboration with Paris-based Lakme Fashion Week designer Parul Bhargava, contributing to garments worn by Sonam Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha and Swara Bhaskar. She specialises in traditional and western wear, with expertise in tie-dye, block printing and batik on Malmal, Chanderi, Maheshwari and crepe silk.

Shreyasi Khandwe

Shreyasi Khandwe

Fashion Design | Faculty

Ms. Shreyasi Khandwe is a Fashion Designer holding a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design (B.Des) from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). She has worked with multiple companies across India as a Head Designer, leading design teams and developing diverse fashion collections, and also runs her own fashion label. She has a strong command of merchandising, balancing design aesthetics with market demands.

Shubhi Bansal

Shubhi Bansal

Textile Design | Faculty

Ms. Shubhi Bansal is a Textile Designer with expertise in weaving, printing, embroidery and digital textile design. She holds a Master's degree in Textile Designing from Banasthali Vidyapith, Jaipur and a Bachelor's in Fashion Design from SDPS Women's College, Indore. She has worked with Amanta Fabrics LLP and Thavki Sarees Pvt. Ltd., Surat, with internships at Mafatlal Industries and design collaborations in Auroville and Indore. She has hands-on experience in Ajrakh, Dabu, Batik, Zari, Aari and Kalamkari.

Kriti Singh Dhir

Kriti Singh Dhir

Interior & Furniture Design | Faculty

Ms. Kriti Singh Dhir is an Interior Designer with a background in residential, commercial and furniture design. She holds a Master's degree in Interior and Furniture Design from Karnavati University (UID) and a Bachelor's in Interior Design from Amity University, Gwalior. She has worked with Paper Plane Design Studios and The Design Charette (TDC) on end-to-end project execution including concept development, space planning, detailing, rendering and material selection, and has participated in exhibitions including Smart Home Expo and Light Element.

Mahima Soni

Mahima Soni

Interior Design & Architecture | Faculty

Mrs. Mahima Soni is a designer and architect holding a Bachelor of Architecture from Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune. She has worked under senior architects at firms including Archaids and Aadarshila, and currently serves as Principal Designer at her own firm, leading multiple high-end residential and commercial projects.

Aniket Goswami

Aniket Goswami

Interior Design | Faculty

Mr. Aniket Goswami is an Interior Designer and artist with expertise in space planning, interior detailing and on-site execution. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design and has worked with Modern House Maker, MyHouseDesign and Medley Rooms, and currently practices as a freelance interior designer at Devansh Interiors. He has received the Best Academic Award and has participated in design competitions and exhibitions.

Ritu Lahoti

Ritu Lahoti

Fine Arts | Head of Department

Ms. Lahoti is a painter and caricature artist holding a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Painting. She has exhibited across multiple cities in India and was honoured with the Meera Kala Award. In addition to painting she specialises in caricatures and illustrations, and has undertaken professional work for publications and newspapers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do with a fine art degree?

A fine art degree can support careers as a practising painter or sculptor, illustrator, art teacher, curator, gallery professional, art administrator or independent creative practitioner. Students may also continue into postgraduate study, exhibitions, commissions, workshops, research or related creative fields. Your options depend on your specialisation, portfolio, professional network and the experience developed through projects and presentations.

What fine arts courses are available at Artemisia College?

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Still Have Questions About Fine Arts?

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Recognised & Connected

Awards and Recognition

Gold Level Unreal Engine Academic Partner recognition

Gold Level Unreal Engine Academic Partner

The college states this is the only Gold Level partnership in India.

Raja Mansingh Tomar Music and Arts University affiliation

Raja Mansingh Tomar Music & Arts University

Affiliation with the Madhya Pradesh government university for fine arts and design.

Meera Kala Award recognition

Meera Kala Award

Award received by Ritu Lahoti, Head of Department, Fine Arts.

Best Academic Award recognition

Best Academic Award

Award received by Aniket Goswami, Interior Design faculty.

Start Your Fine Arts Journey

Contact the admissions team to discuss programmes, eligibility, portfolios and application requirements.

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