India's fine arts education is evolving rapidly, especially with the advent of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Amid this transformation, the Indian Institute of Photography (IIP Academy) emerges as a beacon for aspiring artists in photography and painting. Strategically aligned with government vision and the Ministry of Education's emphasis on cultural and creative arts, IIP Academy represents a modern revival of India's rich artistic traditions.

Evolution of Fine Arts Colleges in India

Historically, fine arts education in India was nurtured through traditional guru-shishya parampara. Over time, formal institutions like Santiniketan and JJ School of Arts emerged. Today, the Ministry of Education and various state governments are promoting interdisciplinary and creative education aligned with global standards. The inclusion of digital art, photography, and media in mainstream curriculums has opened up new avenues, especially with the push from NEP 2020 to integrate vocational and artistic subjects into higher education. Read more- https://www.iipacademy.edu.in/newsblog/iip-academy-india-nep-aligned-hub-for-photography-and-fine-arts-13567