Shankar's Academy of Art

“How does a simple sentence become a powerful illustration?”
In this insightful session, well known illustrator and photographer Ankur Mitra explains the process of visual storytelling — how an illustrator uses his imagination to transform words into characters, emotions, and captivating scenes.

A child simply wonders:
“If bicycles can run fast because they have wheels, why don’t we have wheels too?”
And from this tiny thought an entire visual world begins to take shape.

From understanding a child’s curiosity…to imagining manoeuvring through busy streets, traffic and emotions,
every illustration is carefully designed to bring the story alive.

Ankur Mitra shares how illustrators:
Read and understand the storyline
Develop characters from simple ideas
Convert emotions into visuals
Create scenes, perspectives, and movement
Make stories engaging…

This is the magic behind children’s book illustrations.
If you are passionate about

Drawing
Storytelling
Character Creation
Children’s Book Illustration
Creative Visualization

Then learn from industry professionals at Shankar’s Academy of Art & Book Illustration — a project of Children’s Book Trust.

Here, students learn how to transform imagination into visual storytelling through professional guidance and practical learning.

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Learn from the Best!
Meet Manobhiram Chakravarti, Visiting Faculty at Shankar’s Academy of Art & Book Illustrations—an accomplished illustrator with decades of experience in the field of visual arts and design.

B.V.A. (Bachelor of Visual Arts) from Government College of Art, University of Calcutta, Kolkata.

Illustrator associated with leading publications and organizations like Penguin Random House India & National Book Trust.

Chief Design Consultant – World Energy Congress (2002–2005).

Experience with top companies like Dentsu India & Design 4U.

Visiting Faculty at Delhi College of Art, University of Delhi.

Formerly associated with National Institute of Fashion Technology Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India.

At our academy, students don’t just learn—they are mentored by experienced professionals who truly understand how to nurture creativity on paper.

Real guidance.

Personal attention.

Industry exposure.

Want to learn from experts like him?

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From beginner to confident artist ✨

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Why Students Choose Us Since 1991 🎨
A glimpse into real student experiences at our academy

From hands-on learning to personal guidance, our students don’t just learn art—they build confidence, creativity, and a career path.

💬 “The environment is supportive, teachers are always ready to guide, and I truly grew as an artist.” — Amrit Kaur (Batch 2023–2025)

✨ 2-Year Diploma in Book Illustration & Graphic Design
✨ Learn from experienced and creative faculty
✨ Build real skills that matter

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✨ 2-Year Diploma in Book Illustration & Graphic Design
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