ART OF STORYTELLING: A Visual Narrative of People and Places WINTER SCHOOL, 2020_CEPT University, Ahmedabad
PARTICIPANTS: PRIYANKA DAS GUPTA RHEA JOSEPH CHIRAYATH KRINA DHIMAR TRIPTI SARAVGI SUCHEETRA PRADHAN ANUJA PATIL KRISHI JHAVERI SAMPADA SATHAYE PULKIT JAIN UTTARA GUPTA KHUSHBOO PRASHANT DIYA BENNY KHUSHI PATEL MUDIT MANTRI HARDI PATEL
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Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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ART OF STORYTELLING: A Visual Narrative Of People And Places Journaling, as a narrative medium, is a way to express experiences/ stories/memories of all the intangible associations that one has or develops by occupying a space over a period of time. This eventually transforms them into powerful meaningful places that have stories to tell and worth documenting. This workshop offers insight on how observations and interpretations (stories) associated with people and places, be narrated by prioritizing drawing/ journaling as a skill and way of documenting. We as designers associate with people and places and think what we experienced have some significance. While doing so, we have memories of particular times, people and places that connect emotionally. The most common method of documenting is either by making architectural drawings or taking photographs. In doing so, often these narratives become two-dimensional, “flat� representations. These stories act as single layer representation that tells noting of culture, history, lifestyles, sensorial experiences, etc. Hence through the medium of journaling, one can develops a unique language of representation, which is a multiple-layered representation that takes one back and forth in time. The key learning outcome of this workshop will be to develop among designers, the ability to translate the intangible experiences, memories and associations that they develop with places, structures & landscapes, into a collective and interactive visual narrative
Priyanka Kanhare Patel Tutor
An Academician and a practising Architect and Landscape Architect. Currently she is a Visiting Faculty at CEPT University (Faculty of Architecture), Ahmedabad and Navrachana University (School of Environment, Design and Architecure), Vadodara. Beside this, she is a passionate Urban sketcher and invests a lot of time in making Travel sketchbooks. Her teaching interest lies in subjects dealing with Representation and Communication through Architectural Drawings. She finished her Bachelor in Architecture in 2013, followed by Masters in Landscape Architecture in 2015 from CEPT University. Currently she is pursuing her PhD in Landscape Architecture at School of Planning and Architecture (SPA), Delhi. contact: priyanka.kanhare@cept.ac.in
Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
The course was scheduled for 08 days (17th December to 24th December, 2020). It began with introduction to the course, followed by presentation addressing importance of representation and visual narratives in design fields. The first assignment was then put forth, where each of the student/professional was assigned to make a storyboard narrating their strongest association with objects, places, buildings, routes, or activities in their neighbourhood. This was in form of a drawing-storyboard, etc. Students were also exposed to works by various architects, urban sketchers, artist, illustrators, etc., who had different techniques of representations and used varied mediums. The main assignment for the course was where each student/professional was asked to decide up an intangible experience or memory that they wanted to translate into a visual narrative for their past travel to a specific place. The final outcome was in form of spreads/storyboards (approx. 5-6 in number). WINTER SCHOOL 2020 - ART OF STORYTELLING 3
KOLKATA, INDIA Why this city? Apart from the fact that I’ve spent two-third of my current life in this city, I feel that this place is so rich with culture, heritage, architecture, food, and the overall essence of keeping the old alive while gracefully accepting the new. Depicting the same in a couple of sheets would be challenging but also satisfying as I would be able to showcase the things that I love about this city the most. About the city Kolkata is not just Kolkata for its Bengalis or rosogolla. Its about the parar adda and tram’er nostalgia. Kolkata still recites the lines of Rabindra sangeet in its air and the small tea stall beside the road has probably witnessed more political drama than the parliament. College Street has more stories in itself than a book can hold on to and the Ganga’r ghat still finds love lurking around.
Priyanka Das Gupta
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SANTORINI, ISLAND IN THE AEGEAN SEA This narrative is a series of sketches of my personal travel experience to Santorini. The scenic beauty and the character of the place fascinated me. I always wanted to recreate these memories and sketch it all out in a visual form encompassing its beauty and culture. Santorini is a beautiful island in Greece, which has many small towns famous for its picturesque views. It has lots to offer, from the contrasting color palette of the blue sea and the white Cyclades to the relaxing beaches and finally the mesmerizing sunset, which is the most awaited spectacle of all.
Rhea Joseph Chirayath
PG 190748, Faculty of Design (IMIAD) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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DANG, GUJARAT, INDIA Dang district has some of the places which has the very unique sight of view. One can here enjoy the nature and wildlife away from the congestion of the city. The experience of the waterfalls and nature is that which we cant get anywhere else. It has both the kind of tourist places. One where you can enjoy the hill station just like other tourist places and the other where you can enjoy the nature with the less congestion. This experience in this journey where unique from all the other places which I travelled to. We get to know about the tribal people lifestyle, living in the nature with the river flowing and forest around gives a whole different experience.
Krina Dhimar
PG 190472, Faculty of Technology Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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BHOPAL, MADHYA PRADESH, INDIA Why this particular place So I have chosen Bhopal as I was there through my bachelor’s and as Bhopal bein close to nature has always lured me. About the place The name (Bhopal) is popularly derived from Bhojpal or Bhoj’s dam, the great dam that now holds up the Bhopal city lakes, and is said to have been built by a Minister of Raja Bhoj, the Parmar ruler of Dhar. Initially the lake was quite big but as time has elapsed only a small portion of it has remained to be seen as “Bada Talab” i.e. the upper lake. Since long there is a famous saying about Bhopal lake, “Talon mein tal Bhopal tal, baki sab tallaiya”.
Tripti Saravgi
PG191066, Faculty of Design Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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LAURIE BAKER CENTER, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, INDIA The place gave me a spectacular experience of a resort like located on the top of the mountain. It was a study trip during my bachelors, my 1st visit to the state Kerala. The travel was worth putting because of the nature-built form interaction, rich architecture, the nature and their food culture. About the place The golden shower of sunlight falls right on the peak of the mountain with waves of cloud flowing below your feet. The building blocks are located in different places with circulation linked with natured infused pathways guiding you through the beautiful slopes of the mountain. The usp of the place is use of the natural elements in each and every point if the place. The whole center is dedicated to design of natural elements. Hence making your experience worthwhile staying there.
Sucheetra Pradhan
PID20360, Faculty of Design Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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NASIK, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA The chosen place is Nashik. It is where I have spend my 5 years during the Bachelors and the story is about the different places that I have visited & the experiences I had during my stay. Nashik is surrounded by hills & mountains on three sides. The first impression that one has on the way to Nashik are the peculiar-shaped mountains. The next is the river, the ghats where the settlement started. It still has some of the old Wadas, which makes the old city a heritage. This area has lots of stories about the place, its past and its evolution. The intricate carvings show the art & culture that was present earlier. The lanes transform from silent, calmer routes in the morning to the bustling, crowded areas in the evening. Another prominent feature of Nashik is the Backwaters, a scenic, pleasant place in the outskirts of the city. On the way till the backwaters are the famous vineyards. My association with Nashik is because of my college. During my 5 years, I had two different campus experiences from a very small campus amidst an industrial areas to a multi-facility well designed campus is the outskirts. Also along the journey I have had some of the famous cuisines such as the Misal-Pav, Pine-apple Juice & the Jalebi’s at Buda Halwai. A very prominent & unique thing about Nashik are its parks & garden around very corner of the city. These act like the smaller breathing pockets of the city.
Anuja Patil
PLA 20054, Faculty of Architecture (MLA) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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KERALA, INDIA WHY KERALA? I visited Kerala with my family in the summer of 2019. I had just completed the first year of my design school and so that worm of documenting everything new that I see and feel was growing inside of me. However, since it was a family trip I couldn’t sketch all I wanted to but this time I got a chance to document Kerala and all its beauty through my sketches. ABOUT KERALA My family and I visited three towns in Kerala starting from Munnar where our resort was built amidst the greenery and tea gardens; there, we ate out of a banyan leaf for the first time ever. The second place we visited was Thekaddy where we did an elephant safari through the spices garden and saw an act of the traditional classical dance of the south India – Kathakali. The third and the last place we visited was the backwaters of Ashtamudi where we got to sail in a houseboat and bless our eyes with the beauty and the greenery in Kerala.
Krishi Jhaveri
UG 180313, Faculty of Design (BID) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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NEW YORK, USA Being a civil engineer, the various structures in New York always fascinated me. I’m visiting the city, what I found foremost was the balance between old and new type of structures and how well all of them were maintained. NY is a continuously changing city, but it’s soul remains the same. A fast paced and busy life is what you can expect. People are always on a move. In all the hustle bustle of city life, there are secluded and peaceful Spots like the high line, governors island and Central Park which are designed to relieve people of the stress, to unwind and relax.
Sampada Sathaye
PG 190835, Faculty of Technology Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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KASAULI, HIMACHAL PRADESH, INDIA My trip to kasauli wasnt planned at all. It was an rebound plan of us ditching the plan of going to Shimla. The whole intention of me preferring Kasauli instead of shimla was the reason that i wanted to get away from people. I wanted to travel the valleys rather than seeing the monuments, i wanted to spend time in peace with not much people. I wanted to go to some place where the only sound i could hear were the birds chirping, winds gushing. I wanted to go somewhere where the only thing that i saw were valleys, trees and not vehicles and people. Kasauli is a gorgeous little town located in the state of Himachal Pradesh.Its a 2 hr drive through the hills and tunnels from chandigarh. This quaint military town wasnt much populated and polluted. The landscapes were lush green, endless and beautiful. The town has a small heritage market full of shops selling local handicrafts, food, clothes, footwear etc. The place majorly is known for its site seeing, hiking and resorts.
Pulkit Jain
UG 180472, Faculty of Design (BID) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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KUTCH, GUJARAT, INDIA
Uttara Gupta
UG 180640, Faculty of Design (BID) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
Our family trip to Kutch marked a milestone—as a fresh teenager, I went around to see different folk arts and explore the westernmost region of India with my very own camera for the first time. The region of Kutch boasts of vast patches of clean, white sand and tiny pebbles, with little population braving the desert sun. The coastal area on the border of our country, which welcomed travellers from different regions throughout history, today stands as a harmonious amalgam of different cultures. We visited the region in the month of December when it comes alive with a grand festival, Rann Utsav, where the local artisans and communities display their best for tourists from around the world.Our trip began with a visit to the Little Rann of Kutch, en route to Bhuj. The salt desert, belying its name, stretches for miles, and a major portion is reserved as the Wild Ass sanctuary. Here, I was able to see different flora and fauna while experiencing the extraordinary emptiness from the lack of the hustle and bustle that typifies my life in the city. During the jeep safari, I saw pink flamingos peacefully resting in the water, the wild asses that give the sanctuary its name and other such animals. We also visited Vijay Vilas Palace, and interacted with a local tribe when my mother went to purchase their famous sarees. The women donning their traditional attire with intricate and heavy silver jewelry presented a captivating sight, and I learnt about their customs and their daily lives. At the Rann Utsav, our evenings were filled with the performances of the local dances and musical performances as different communities of the area proudly flaunted their culture. We had booked luxurious tents for our stay and ate traditional thalis of local food items. As a relatively new resident of the state, I had had some of the traditional Gujarati delicacies available in Ahmedabad, but it was my first time tasting many of the dishes, some I hadn’t even heard of! The food was scrumptious and the people large-hearted and welcoming, making our stay pleasant and comfortable.We also paid a visit to other nearby areas, including the Mandvi beach, Nirona village and Khadiya village to see their unique local handicrafts. We also visited the Tomb of Pir Ghaus Mohammad at Lakhpat. In a beautiful exemplification of India’s pluralistic society, the Muslim landmark was built on the same land as a Gurudwara. At the villages, I saw the rustic charms of the village life as people went about their daily lives. The artisans we visited patiently and kindly explained me the history of their arts and cultures, and also showed me how they weaved, printed or created their beautiful and colourful products. I was taken by their deep concentration and love for their arts, and the village visits left an indelible impression in my mind. This trip to Kutch introduced me to different modes of lives outside my city life, and as I took in the sights, I was taken by the beauty and the knowledge of the local tribes I had interacted with. I returned, with fond memories, new experiences, some mementos and many, many photos in my new camera. WINTER SCHOOL 2020 - ART OF STORYTELLING 133
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HAMPI, KARNATAKA, INDIA Why Hampi? I visited Hampi in 2017 in the month of May. What fascinated me was the entire landscape of boulders and the river cutting through the countered terrain which was contrasting to my experience in my previous travel to lush green Goa. There were certain instances which registered in my memory like coracle ride, visiting the ruins and walking all day long in heat from one site to the other or the paddy fields on our way to the hippy island. Through this visual narrative I wanted to capture such tangible and intangible aspects based on my experience. Brief of Hampi Hampi is situated in southern bank of river Tungabhadra, in eastern part of central Karnataka. Once known for being capital of Vijayanagar Empire, Hampi today has tuned into ruins of past. The interesting part of Hampi’s architecture style is amalgamation of Dravidian and Mughal architecture. The ruins are spread across 16 sq mi of rocky terrain in southern bank of the river.
Khushboo Prashant
PLA 20173, Faculty of Architecture (MLA) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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FORT KOCHI, INDIA
Why Fort Kochi? Fort Kochi streets have always fascinated me with the mix of cultures seen in the buildings there, the food and the people.
About Fort Kochi. Fort Kochi is a part of a handful of islands towards the south-west of the mainland of Kochi. The place housed three European empires, the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British. Art defines this place with Fort Kochi being the venue for the famous Kochi Muziris Biennale.
Diya Benny
UG 190428, Faculty of Architecture (BARCH) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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JAIPUR, RAJASTHAN, INDIA
Khushi Patel
UG 180301, Faculty of Planning (BUD) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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CHANDIGARH, INDIA Why I chose this place. This city is one of the most beautiful places i’ve been to, not because it’s my home but because of the different and unique types of gardens here. Among the gardens that i have documented visually, each one offers a uniqueness to its visitors like sculptures and walls made from waste materials to a whole wind chime tree in the rose garden which makes up for an amazing photograph and some soothing sounds in the wind. All these places are located within a 10 minute drive to each other, hence making up for a lovely day outside in the winter! A small brief Chandigarh is a city filled with lots of places to see and spend the day at. Rock garden showcases the most creative use of waste materials whereas pinjore garden makes us see the wonderful built structures and greenery there along with the toy train which tours the entire garden. As the name suggests, rose garden is filled with all kinds and species of roses carefully planted in rectangular and circular quarries, along with beautiful arches along the footpath, cotton candy vendors roaming about the vast open spaces. Sukhna lake is a place to relax and do some boating along with having your portraits made while eating some aloo tikki!
Mudit Mantri
UG 190883, Faculty of Design (BID) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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AMRELI, GUJARAT, INDIA
Hardi Patel
UI 2317, Faculty of Design (BID) Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad
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