3D DESIGN FUNDAMENTAL

INTRODUCTION OF 2D AND 3D DESIGN FUNDAMENTAL

2D DESIGN FUNDAMENTAL

Two-Dimensional Design (2D) is a studio course exploring the fundamentals of the formal systems and basic elements of visual organization through two-dimensional design principles and theories using a variety of media.The main visual elements are line,shape, space, texture, colour, and tone.

3D DESIGN FUNDAMENTAL

With this program you will explore a variety of design methods, techniques, processes, and materials as they apply to industrial and architectural design. Courses cover product rendering, visualization and modeling, creative drawing, basics of architectural and industrial design as well as how to use various industry-standard software. Create portfolio-ready project examples and build a stronger understanding of business and professional practices in the industry.

BACKGROUND STUDY OF NADHASWARAM

HISTORY

The nadaswaram, nagaswaram, nadhaswaram or nathaswaram is a double reed wind instrument. It is a traditional classical instrument used in Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala.This instrument is "among the world's loudest non-brass acoustic instruments".It is a wind instrument similar to the North Indian shehnai but much longer, with a hardwood body and a large flaring bell made of wood or metal.In Tamil culture, the nadaswaram is considered to be very auspicious, and it is a key musical instrument played in almost all Hindu weddings and temples of the South Indian tradition. It is part of the family of instruments known as mangala vadya (lit. mangala ["auspicious"], vadya ["instrument"]). The instrument is usually played in pairs, and accompanied by a pair of drums called thavil; it can also be accompanied with a drone from a similar oboe called the ottu.

TYPE OF NADHASWARAM

The nadaswaram, nagaswaram, nadhaswaram or nathaswaram is a double reed wind instrument. It is a traditional classical instrument used in Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala.

THE MOST FAMOUS NADASWARAM PLAYERS

Sheik Chinna Moulana

Sheik Chinna Moulana (12 May 1924, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh – 13 April 1999, Srirangam, Tamil Nadu), popularly known as Sheik, was a legendary nadhaswaram player in the Carnatic tradition. He achieved high position through his outstanding control over the instrument, rendering the Krities in the Gayaki style and for his extraordinary style of Raga Alapana.

T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai

Rajarathnam Pillai received his musical training under the noted Carnatic violinist, Thirukodikaval Krishnaiyer and learnt nadaswaram from Ammachatram Kannuswami Pillai, an eminent musician. He started giving vocal concerts and moved to giving concerts on nadaswaram on the advice of the pontiff of the Thiruvaduthurai Adheenam. In a short time, Rajarathnam was made a nadaswaram player in the temple at Thiruvaduthurai. It is said that his unique style attracted many visitors to the morning prayers in the temple where he played a raga, Bhupalam, (that suits the morning hours) with the dexterity and originality of a veteran artiste. He grew to become a well known and sought-after concert player and gave a very large number of concerts live as well as over the radio. He acted in the lead role in the Tamil movie, Kalamegam, directed by Ellis R Dungan (released in 1940). His fame as an outstanding practitioner of nadaswaram music has overshadowed his talent as a vocalist.
During his musical career, Rajarathnam Pillai was known for his improvisations of ragas that could last several hours. He was particularly known for his improvisation/elaboration of the raga, Todi. His rendering of compositions in Tamil, Telugu or Sanskrit was considered to be flawless. His immense knowledge of tempo in Indian music is also widely recognised.

Namagiripettai Krishnan

Namagiripettai K Krishnan (2 April 1924 – 2 April 2001) was a Carnatic musician who played the Nadaswaram. He was born in Namagiripettai village and lived in Sendamangalam, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India. He gave many performances across the country. In 1981, Krishnan was awarded the Padma Shri by the Indian government for his contributions to Carnatic music.^[1] He was also the Asthana Sangeetha Vidwan for the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple.

VISUAL RESEARCH