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🎨 Art Academy for Children · Bengaluru

Where Every Child
Becomes a smART
Artist

International art techniques rooted in Indian culture — building creativity, confidence and cognitive skills in children aged 6 to 12.

6–12
Age Group
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Young Artists
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The smARTists
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📍 Ulsoor, Bengaluru
👧 Ages 6–12 Years · Small Batches
🌍 International Methods · Indian Roots

Why Art?

Art is not just a hobby.
It's how children grow.

Structured art education accelerates brain development, emotional intelligence and academic performance — research confirms it.

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Boosts Cognitive Skills
Art trains the brain to observe, analyse, and problem-solve — skills that transfer directly to academics.
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Enhances Creativity & Imagination
Children learn to think beyond limits, explore possibilities, and develop their own unique creative voice.
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Builds Confidence
Completing a work of art gives children a real sense of achievement and deep pride in their own abilities.
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Encourages Focus & Discipline
Art demands patience, attention, and follow-through — habits that stay with children for life.

Our Method

International techniques.
Indian heart.

We bring globally recognised art methods to Bengaluru — thoughtfully adapted to our cultural context and values.

The Global Edge

Structured curriculum inspired by international art education models — covering drawing, painting, mixed media and more.

The Indian Root

Every technique is contextualised with Indian art forms, cultural motifs, and stories that children already feel connected to.

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Observe & Explore
Children learn to truly see — shape, form, texture, colour — before they pick up a brush.
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Learn the Technique
Step-by-step instruction in age-appropriate media: pencil, watercolour, acrylics, collage and more.
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Express Freely
Children apply what they've learnt to their own creative vision — no two artworks ever look the same.
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Reflect & Celebrate
Each piece is discussed, appreciated, and shared — building articulation and pride in one's own work.

Programs

Find the right fit
for your child

All programs are for children aged 6–12, with small batch sizes to ensure every child receives personal attention.

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Beginners · Ages 6–8
Foundation in Art
A joyful introduction to art

A gentle, playful start — focused on exploration, fine motor development, and basic skills.

  • Drawing & sketching basics
  • Introduction to colour theory
  • Finger painting & collage
  • Indian folk art introduction
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Intermediate · Ages 8–12
Young Artists Programme
Develop your artistic identity

Structured skill-building for children ready to develop technique and find their own creative voice.

  • Watercolour & acrylic painting
  • Perspective & shading
  • Mixed media projects
  • Indian & global art history
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Groups · All Ages 6–12
School Tie-up Programme
Art enrichment for schools

A curated art programme conducted on-campus or at our Ulsoor studio — designed with school schedules in mind.

  • Curriculum-aligned projects
  • Holiday workshops & camps
  • Annual art exhibition support
  • Teacher collaboration sessions
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Meet the Founder

Ms. Sridevi Manoj

A passionate visual artist and educator with over a decade of experience — guiding children to discover and express their own creative voice through structured, joyful learning.

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MoMA Certified Educator
Museum of Modern Arts (MoMA), New York, USA
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IFAA Online Certified
International Fine Arts Academy — Certified Instructor
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10+ Years of Teaching
Hundreds of children trained across age groups and skill levels
Art is not a talent you are born with — it is a language every child can learn. My role is to remove the fear, build the confidence, and give each child the tools to express what they already carry inside.

Parent Stories

What families say

Real words from Bengaluru parents who've watched their children blossom through art.

★★★★★

My daughter used to be very shy. Three months at The smARTists and she now walks into her classroom with her artwork held high. The transformation in her confidence is remarkable.

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Priya Nair
Parent · Mother of Ria, 8 years
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I love that they teach Indian art alongside global techniques. My son learned about Warli painting and then created his own version — he was so proud. That's rare to find in Bengaluru.

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Arun Krishnamurthy
Parent · Father of Karthik, 10 years
★★★★★

The teachers genuinely care about each child's individual expression. It's not about producing perfect copies — it's about helping kids find their voice. That's what makes it truly special.

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Meghana Rao
Parent · Mother of twins, 9 years

Find Us

Conveniently located
in Bengaluru

Easy to reach from Indiranagar, Frazer Town, Cox Town and central Bengaluru.

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Address
Ulsoor, Opposite Karnataka Cricket Club, Bengaluru – 560008
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Class Timings
Monday to Saturday · Morning & Evening Batches Available
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Age Group
6 to 12 Years · Small Batches · Personal Attention
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Contact
DM on Instagram · WhatsApp · hello@thesmartists.in
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