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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
100+
Young Artists
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Location
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The smARTists
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📍 Sivanchetti Gardens, Bengaluru – 560042
👧 Ages 6–12 Years · Small Batches
🌍 International Methods · Indian Roots

About The smARTists

Where art shapes character,
and children become leaders.

Every child is born with immense potential. Qualities such as confidence, creativity, leadership, teamwork, resilience, gratitude, and a positive mindset can be nurtured from an early age when children are given the right experiences.

Founded by Ms. Sridevi Manoj, a born artist with over 25 years of leadership experience across the corporate world, The smARTists blends the power of art with life skills that prepare children for the future. The curriculum goes beyond teaching artistic techniques — it is thoughtfully designed to encourage self-expression, build confidence, foster collaboration, develop problem-solving abilities, and inspire a lifelong love for learning.

At The smARTists, every brushstroke becomes an opportunity to shape not just better artists, but confident, compassionate, and capable individuals.

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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 Sivanchetti Gardens studio — designed with school schedules in mind.

  • Curriculum-aligned projects
  • Holiday workshops & camps
  • Annual art exhibition support
  • Teacher collaboration sessions
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Sridevi Manoj — Founder, The smARTists

Meet the Founder

Sridevi Manoj

"Children's minds are like wet clay — ready for any impression."

At such tender ages, qualities like leadership, teamwork, confidence, gratitude, a positive outlook, and a go-getting drive can all be rooted in a child — if the right experiences shape them early enough.

Sridevi brings together her expertise in art with over 25 years of professional leadership experience to create a curriculum that does exactly that — using art not just to teach technique, but to quietly build the character every child will carry into adulthood.

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MoMA-Certified Art Educator
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York, USA
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IFAA Online Certified Instructor
International Fine Arts Academy
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25+ Years of Combined Experience
Professional leadership & art education
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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
23/4, Gangadara Chetty Cross Road, Rukmani Colony,
Sivanchetti Gardens, Bengaluru – 560042
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Class Timings
Mon–Fri: 4 PM – 7 PM · Sat & Sun: 10 AM – 7 PM
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Age Group
6 to 12 Years · Small Batches · Personal Attention
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Contact
DM on @the.smartists · WhatsApp · thesmartistssridevi@gmail.com
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