The Department of Fine Art was established in the year 1971. It was started by Prof. Nadoja J. S. Khanderao, the founder of the Fine Art Department. Other eminent faculty members like Prof. V. B. Biradar and Dr. Shantala B. Appa were icons of the department.

Our faculty members have served in various fields such as portrait specialists, masters in realistic painting at the national level, and composition specialists.

• Teaching and learning is not only for livelihood but for the welfare of humanity, following the philosophy of Kayaka Dasoha – serving humanity is serving God.
• To bring out the hidden artistic talent in every aspiring student of the region.
• To educate and train students in the fine arts sector to become capable artists.
• To create extraordinary artists.

• To generate practical and theoretical knowledge that enables people to better understand the world and improve conditions for local artists.
• To promote honesty, integrity and openness, encouraging innovation and collaboration with global communities.
• To realize creative, expressive and aesthetic potential through quality education and training.
• To provide creative freedom and training in creative design, still life, composition, portrait, mural and landscape.

• To encourage imagination, creative ability and artistic expression.
• To develop essential skills for professional competence.
• To relate various art forms and help students enjoy and understand them.
• Fine Art inculcates independence and provides students the ability to lead their lives creatively.
• To incorporate social and cultural growth through education, inspiring students to contribute as creative artists and cultured citizens.