Apr 02 2025 to Apr 02 2025 6 p.m.

Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

Posters have long been a powerful tool for activism, communication, and artistic expression. The Art of Visual Storytelling is a two-hour hands-on workshop designed for anyone interested in using visuals to tell compelling stories. Whether you are an artist, activist, student, or simply curious about the medium, this session will guide you through the essentials of poster design—from concept to creation.

Through an interactive approach, participants will dabble in the fundamentals of composition, typography, colour theory, and messaging. We will examine historical and contemporary examples of impactful posters from feminist movements, social justice campaigns, and cultural events to understand how design influences public engagement.

Guided by experienced designers and storytellers, participants will engage in sketching, brainstorming, and digital or hand-crafted design techniques to create their own posters. The session will also focus on how to distill complex ideas into strong, visually striking messages.

By the end of the workshop, each participant will have designed a poster that communicates a message of their choice. Whether for a cause, a campaign, or creative exploration, this workshop equips you with the tools to make your voice seen as well as heard. No prior design experience required—just bring your ideas!

Please Note: This workshop can only accommodate 20 participants. Participants are requested to bring their Laptops. No specific design software required.

This workshop is part of the Maps of Memory exhibition by the NLS Archives. The exhibition displays archival fragments and glimpses of personal memory to reconstruct joyful utopian worlds that feminists began building across South Asia in the mid-20th century. It invites us to reflect on key questions: How do we remember social movements? How do we archive friendships, solidarities, and resistance?

Facilitator

Diya Deviah
Curator, Maps of Memory Exhibition
Diya Deviah is the curator of the Maps of Memory Exhibition. She teaches Law at the National Law School of India University, and is Co-Director of The Writing Centre at NLSIU.