Aligarh: The workshop, 'Artist in Residency' organized by the department of Fine Arts at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) recently ended with the exhibition of art creations of the students that they accomplished during the workshop.

Prof. Jai Jharotia keenly interacted with the participating students. While responding to the works on display he highlighted the various technical and aesthetic nuances of art, which a budding artist must consider before picking up the brush.

The students were delighted to receive his valuable advice about the use of colour, line, texture and composition.

About sixty paintings were put on display creating quite an impressive atmosphere blooming with creativity.

Prof. Jharotia insisted that in order to safeguard the talent of budding artists the administrative bodies need to provide a proper infrastructure according to the requirements of the fine art studio activities.

He also emphasized that, "There is no dearth of talent in the department but a talent goes waste if it is not shared with others for which an art gallery is indispensable for a fine art institute."

Prof. Ainul Haq Khan, Dean Student's Welfare inaugurated the exhibition and presided over the valedictory function.

Dr. Zeba Hasan, Chairman, department of Fine Arts congratulated the organizers and volunteers for making the workshop a great success.

She also emphasized the fact that in the recent past India has seen an amazing upsurge in the field, which needs to be tapped for advancement of talents in this area.

She expressed hope that the university authorities will give due importance to its development as a significant dimension in the higher educational system.

The programme concluded with the vote of thanks by Prof. Seema Javed, former Chairman, department of Fine Art.