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Welcome to Art N Smart Academy

An inspiring art school in Sholinganallur, Chennai — ISO 9001:2015 certified and guided by passionate educators committed to unlocking every child's creative potential and developing confident, expressive artists.

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DR. T. Abu Bakkar Siddique

Founder · Head Artist & Tutor (MFA)

DR. T. Abu Bakkar Siddique (MFA) is the Head Artist and Tutor at Art N Smart Academy, Sholinganallur, with over 20 years of experience in fine arts. Passionate about teaching children and young artists, he is dedicated to bringing out the inner artist in every student while helping them develop their artistic skills, creativity, and self-confidence. His thoughtful and personalized approach to teaching ensures that each student's unique talent is recognized, encouraged, and nurtured. A five-time Best Teacher Award recipient, DR. T. Abu Bakkar Siddique is recognized for his dedication to art education and his commitment to every student's artistic development. He has also been invited to various programs and art events as a Chief Guest and Competition Judge, contributing his experience and expertise to encourage and inspire emerging artists.

Mrs. A. Shaffiya Banu

Director & Trainer (M.Com, B.Ed, Montessori Certified)

Mrs. A. Shaffiya Banu is an esteemed education professional with an M.Com, B.Ed, and Montessori Kindergarten certification. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in the field of education, she serves as the Director of Art N Smart Academy – The School of Arts. Driven by a deep passion for art and crafts, Mrs. Shaffiya Banu, along with her husband, DR. T. Abu Bakkar Siddique, founded Art N Smart Academy with the vision of nurturing creativity and artistic expression in children. She is deeply committed to encouraging young talent and fostering children's artistic growth. Her passion and contributions to the field have led her to serve as a Chief Guest at various drawing and art competitions. She also actively organizes and leads numerous art-related events and initiatives, creating opportunities for children to explore, learn, and showcase their creativity.

Why Choose Us

Why choose Art N Smart Academy?

At Art N Smart Academy in Sholinganallur, we believe every child has an artist within. With over 20 years of teaching experience and ISO 9001:2015 certification, our academy provides structured, quality-focused art education in a friendly and inspiring environment. From drawing, painting and oil painting to clay modelling, paper craft and handwriting, students explore a wide range of creative disciplines under the guidance of experienced art professionals.

Our small-batch classes and individual attention let us tailor learning to each student's age, ability and pace. With a well-equipped studio, creative resources, portfolio guidance and competition coaching, we go beyond teaching technique — we help students build imagination, confidence, self-expression and a strong artistic foundation.

20+ Years of Experience

Over two decades of excellence in art education, nurturing young talent along the way.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

An ISO-certified academy committed to quality and continuous improvement.

Located in Sholinganallur

Conveniently located in Sholinganallur, Chennai, with easy access from the surrounding areas.

Expert Faculty

Learn from experienced, passionate artists and award-winning teachers.

Wide Range of Courses

Drawing, painting, oil painting, clay modelling, paper craft, handwriting and more.

Small Batches & Individual Attention

Small batches mean personalized guidance and noticeably better learning.

Well-Equipped Studio

A spacious studio with quality materials, easels and display space for creative learning.

Portfolio & Competition Guidance

Expert support for art competitions, exams and portfolio development.

Award-Winning Legacy

Recognized with five Best Teacher Awards for excellence in art education.

Nurturing Creativity

We inspire creativity, build confidence and help students express their true potential.

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About the Academy

Art N Smart Academy — The School of Arts

In the contemporary world, art serves as a medium for expressing ideas and creative prowess through visual forms such as painting and drawing. It acts as a catalyst for nurturing a child's imagination, creativity, patience, and discipline. At "Art N Smart Academy – The School of Arts," we believe that every child possesses innate artistic abilities.

Through structured learning, students are introduced to the fundamental aspects of art and gradually progress through techniques like oil pastels, pencil shading, watercolours, and acrylic painting. Our focus lies in providing a platform where students can experience the joy of creativity while strengthening their understanding of art elements like line, shape, space, value, form, texture, and colour. We aim to offer a solid foundation and intermediate expertise to enrich the learning journey of our students.

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