New Delhi, India: Pearl Academy, a leading creative education institution, organised Portfolio 2024, an annual event that serves as a platform for graduating students to showcase their creativity and innovation at its Delhi-West campus. The event holds immense significance as it offers students an unparalleled opportunity to exhibit their talent, ideas, and projects to industry experts.
Mr Sunil Sethi, Chairman of the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), graced the event as the guest of honour. Also present at the event were film actor Charu Shankar, renowned designers Ms Rimzim Dadu, Ms Payal Jain, Mr Gaurav Khanijo and Dr Sharad Mehra, President, Creative Arts Education Society. Renowned digital content creator Vishnu Kaushal was also present, engaging with the students and adding to the event’s vibrant atmosphere.
The theme for Portfolio, ’Tech Nomads’, was inspired by the fact that digital natives are like wanderers in the virtual world, seamlessly transitioning from one online space to another. The students’ work mirrored current trends and issues, capturing the essence of the world we live in today.
This year’s Portfolio was particularly significant as several key collaborations were announced at the event. Pearl Academy has maintained a longstanding partnership with FDCI, providing students with opportunities to showcase their work at prestigious events such as the Lakme Fashion Week in Delhi and Mumbai, as well as a special showcase at the India Couture Week. This partnership was further strengthened, promising an array of opportunities, including co-certification for short-term certificate courses across various disciplines, masterclasses conducted by FDCI designers, and extensive co-branding and promotional activities.
Additionally, the event marked the launch of a video showcasing the Fashion Laboratory run by Pearl Academy for the women inmates of Tihar Jail since 2017. Furthermore, Pearl Academy announced collaborations with MAC Cosmetics as its official Makeup partner, along with existing industry alliances for Mac Makeup Masterclasses. These partnerships offer students invaluable opportunities for training, access to industry expertise, and promising avenues for internships and placements.
This year’s Portfolio was a two-day event with curated workshops, fashion shows, student work displays, film screenings, and insightful talks featuring its students and stellar alumni. The event was a unique opportunity for the students from the institution’s Delhi West and South and Jaipur campuses to showcase their creativity in the presence of leading stalwarts from the creative industry, besides the opportunity to network with them. It concluded with a captivating fashion show on the adaptation of Hensel and Gretel, which showcased hologram technology and the fusion of sustainability with technology. The show creatively blurred reality and fantasy, portraying characters as problem solvers within an ecosystem driven by power, energy, and AI.
Speaking about the event, Ms. Aditi Srivastava, President of Pearl Academy said, “It’s incredibly rewarding to see the remarkable designs showcased by our students. Their work is a testament to the unwavering dedication and expertise needed to excel in such a competitive industry. The theme of this year, 'Tech Nomads,' aligns perfectly with our belief in the transformative power of technology in fostering creativity and innovation. Pearl Academy's steadfast emphasis on sustainability and global exposure plays a pivotal role in shaping the future leaders and innovators of tomorrow, empowering them to emerge as complete creative professionals.”
“It’s absolutely a pleasure being here at Pearl Academy, surrounded by all these wonderful, enthusiastic faces radiating passion and creativity. It’s truly inspiring to see the talent and energy in this room. I can’t wait to see what this year has in store for us. The tech and sustainability projects are incredibly impressive. It’s amazing to see how students are blending their creativity with a real sense of responsibility towards the environment.”, added Ms. Charu Shankar, Actor.
“The Portfolio not only showcases our students’ boundless creativity and talent but also gives a glimpse into the amazing campus facilities, state-of-the-art infrastructure, labs, and learning resources available at Pearl Academy campuses. It is these world-class facilities, coupled with our amazing faculty and staff, that provide an amazing student experience to all Pearlites. In line with the theme ‘Tech Nomads’, our students ingeniously integrated technology into their projects, illustrating their innovative approach and mastery over modern tools and techniques.”, emphasised Mr. Abhishek Sharma, Regional Campus Director, Pearl Academy Delhi, and Jaipur.
About Pearl Academy: Pearl Academy, a unit of the Creative Arts Education Society (CAES), is India’s leading creative education institution as per industry surveys by ASSOCHAM, India Today- MDRA, Outlook-Drshti & I-CARE, The Week- Hansa, Business of Fashion, and The Economic Times. The institution offers 35+ bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Fashion Communication, Fashion Styling, Fashion Business, Interior Design, Communication Design, and Product Design besides a range of short-term certificate courses in Film, Gaming, and more through its state-of-the-art campuses in Delhi-South, Delhi-West, Jaipur, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
Since its establishment in 1993, Pearl Academy has evolved into a globally renowned institution of higher learning, placing a strong focus on global exposure, entrepreneurship, technological expertise, and life skills. The institution has been a catalyst for success for its students through its constructive tie-ups with industry bodies, and international universities. This commitment is prominently reflected in its outstanding placement record, consistently exceeding 99% year-on-year.
