Prakash Lakshman

I have been deeply passionate about art since childhood, continuously refining my skills through exploration and practice. Drawing inspiration from real-life situations and global art history, I have experimented with multiple mediums, developed strong technical skills, and established meaningful artistic connections As an art facilitator, I apply the principles of the IB program, guiding students to explore real-life scenarios and global art history. This vertical art curriculum encourages students to interpret life through various perspectives, fostering cultural awareness, creative expression, and technical proficiency.

My approach creates a collaborative and immersive learning experience that nurtures both artistic skills and critical thinking.

DP and IGCSE Visual Art Facilitator - GD Goenka world school - Sohna, Gurgaon

(2025-09)

MYP and IGCSE Visual Arts Facilitator - The Gaudium School - Hyderabad, Telangana, India

(2023-12 - 2025-04)

• Curriculum is diluted based on school culture and student level.
• Clearly planned unit plan with Holistic understanding.
• Encourage students to complete their portfolios through various platforms for learning engagement.
• Supervisor for MYP personal project.
• Plan creatively for the formers market, creating art and craft to sell.
• Collaborated with Art Fest to establish a tribal community artist residence at the school.
• Annual Day created beautification of the environment.

MYP & DP Visual Arts Facilitator - Wockhardt Global School - Aurangabad, India

(2019-06 - 2023-11)

• Mentor & guest for PYP 5 Exhibition
• Guide for MYP Personal Project & Interdisciplinary Units (IDU)
• Supervisor for Extended Essay
• Participant in Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition
• Scaffolding curriculum planning across three IB programs.
• Emphasizing student perspectives & nurturing creative expression.
• Engaging in the inquiry process to encourage new ways of thinking.
• Increased confidence in students about artistic abilities.
• Encourage students to Strong understanding of local, national, and global art history.
• Students Mastery of diverse artistic mediums & tools.
• Plays a hidden yet vital role in cultural enrichment.
• Contributes to the beauty and creative development of the world.

IBDP & IGCSE Visual Arts Facilitator - Candor International School - Bangalore, India

(2015-08 - 2019-05)

• Established strong teaching practices for IGCSE & IBDP programs.
• Designed a structured curriculum to balance practical skills and theoretical knowledge.
• Focused on fostering critical thinking and artistic expression.
• Supervisor for Extended Essay
• Encouraged students to set artistic goals and refine conceptual understanding.
• Guided IGCSE students in developing a well-structured process portfolio.
• Inspired IBDP students to explore careers as artists, critics, and curators.
• Actively engaged in cultural events to enrich the school's creative environment.
• Fostered connections within the artistic community to create a meaningful impact.

IGCSE, NOIS, DP & AS Visual Arts Facilitator - Bangalore International School - Bangalore, India

(2009-08 - 2015-08)

Exploring National & International Educational Programs: Gained insights into NOIS and the IGCSE Program. Developed unit plans to enhance student skills through scaffolding techniques. Supporting DP & AS Level Students: Provided guidance on art history and modern artists. Facilitated art and TOK integration through collaborative learning.

Experiential

Learning & Community Engagement: Organized student field visits to art museums and galleries. Helped students explore the art community and cultural connections. Actively participated in CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) initiatives.

Voluntary Visual Arts Teacher - Government lower primary school

(2014-06 - 2015-12)

Inspiration from Daily Journey: The state government school was located in a semi-urban and rural setting. Passed a banyan tree-lined road daily, which sparked an idea for an art project.

Mapping Banyan Tree

Project & TOK Engagement: Organized an art and TOK engagement session between Bangalore International School and local government schools. Facilitated a meaningful exchange of ideas among students from different backgrounds. The experience inspired a year-long volunteering commitment at the government school. Volunteering & Art Curriculum Development: Designed a tailored art curriculum to meet students' needs. Provided essential art supplies to enhance learning. Observed that curious and motivated students quickly recognized the value of education.

Guest Faculty in Postgraduate Graphic Department - Bangalore University, Visual Arts Department

(2007-06 - 2009-07)

• Engage with postgraduate students who are also practicing artists.
• Foster discussions on globalization in contemporary art and its impact on printmaking.
• Guiding Students in Printmaking Techniques: Encourage experimentation and innovation in printmaking.
• Support students in refining their ideas and developing unique visual languages.
• Find inspiration in witnessing raw concepts evolve into creative expressions.

Visual Arts Teacher - Parikrama Humanity Foundation (NGO) - Bangalore, India

(2006-06 - 2009-07)

Supports children facing hardships such as lack of medical care, alcoholic parents, and food insecurity. Provides a nurturing environment for growth and development.

• Role as an Art Teacher (LKG–10th Grade): Guide students in creating meaningful artistic experiences inside and outside the classroom.
• Work alongside dedicated teachers who help students develop both personally and socially.
• Prioritize emotional connections over curriculum-based learning.
• Use art as a tool for storytelling, self-expression, and confidence-building.
• Help students explore their identities through creative engagement.

Visual Arts Teacher - Presidency School (CBS) - Bangalore, India

(2005-06 - 2006-05)

Visual Arts Teacher - Kendriya Vidyalaya - Bangalore, India

(2003-06 - 2005-05)

Design - Design Contract - Bangalore, India

(1997-05 - 2000-06)

Master of Arts - Printmaking (Graphics) - Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (2001-05 - 2003-07)

Bachelor of Arts - Painting - Karnataka Chitrakala Parishad - College of Fine Art (1995-06 - 2001-05)