The people who guide you.

Everyone is naturally creative. But it takes discipline, practice and guided exploration to become an artist. These are the people who make that happen.

Vivek Padwal — Founder, Bharat School of Art & Design

Vivek Padwal


Vivek Padwal founded BSAD with a vision to bring the Gurukul model of education back to life — a deeply personal, mentorship-driven approach to art education. With over two decades of experience as a practising fine artist, his works have been exhibited nationally. He guides students with honesty, patience, and a genuine commitment to their creative development.


Your guides.

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Yogesh Patil

Yogesh Patil

Mentor — Applied Art

Yogesh Patil brings extensive industry experience to BSAD, bridging the gap between artistic theory and commercial reality. Specialising in Applied Art, design thinking, and visual communication, he prepares students to thrive in the competitive creative industry with practical skills and innovative approaches.

Prasen Sarmalkar

Prasen Sarmalkar

Applied Art Mentor

Prasen brings industry experience and a sharp eye for design thinking to the Applied Art program, guiding students through visual communication, layout, and conceptual problem-solving.

Satyajit Bhosle

Satyajit Bhosle

Fine Art Mentor

Satyajit is a practising artist who brings depth and discipline to the Fine Art program. He works with students on drawing, painting, and the long practice of developing a personal visual language.

Yogesh Chiplunkar

Yogesh Chiplunkar

Mentor — Design & Film

Yogesh Chiplunkar combines experience in design and filmmaking to guide students exploring the intersection of visual storytelling and communication design.

Parth Chavan

Parth Chavan

Mentor — Animation & Film

Parth brings passion and technical expertise in animation and film production, mentoring students through the craft of moving image storytelling.

Learn from people who are still learning.

Our mentors are practising artists. They bring the real world into the studio every day.