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Mangaluru: Sep 20 : The UG Department of Arts of St Agnes College (Autonomous) organized Renaissance of Arts through an Exhibition on September 20, 2024.

The occasion displayed a visual brilliance and radiance of Art, architectural monuments, Epigraphy, sculptures, artefacts, Ancient civilizations, psychological concepts, journalism, fine arts, Painting, Graphics, Applied Art, Commercials, evolution of human society, interactions, cultural relationships worldwide, Music, Literature, Philosophy and various concepts around 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 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 the society”.

A wonderful and insightful session on the topic “The Art of Story Telling” 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, Importance of photography, Documentary and Advertisement were discussed and insights 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 Arts stream were present for the event.