‘Skeleton Leaves Art’
On 12 and 13 August 2024, the Postgraduate Department of Botany, KAHM Unity Women’s College, organized a workshop on the fascinating art of Skeleton Leaves. The workshop conducted with the expertise of the resource person, Ms. Safwa C.K., Fifth Semester B.Sc. Botany, who guided the participants through the process of creating and decorating skeleton leaves. The workshop attended by all Fifth Semester B.Sc. Botany students, who actively participated in the hands-on sessions. The event aimed to blend botanical science with creative artistry, offering students a unique opportunity to explore the aesthetic potential of plant materials.
During the workshop, Ms. Safwa C.K. introduced the techniques of preparing skeleton leaves, a process that involves carefully removing the fleshy parts of the leaves to reveal their intricate vein structures. Once the skeletons were prepared, the participants engaged in painting and decorating the leaves, transforming them into delicate and beautiful pieces of art. She shared various tips and techniques to enhance the artistic quality of the leaves. The students, in turn, demonstrated great interest and creativity in their work, producing impressive results that reflected both their scientific knowledge and artistic talent.
The workshop concluded with a display of the student’s artworks, showcasing the diverse and imaginative ways in which the skeleton leaves were decorated. The event provided students with a deeper appreciation for the intersection of science and art, as well as practical skills that could be applied in both academic and creative pursuits.
