The Global Indian International School (GIIS), Lava, Nagpur, in collaboration with Nikon, organised an immersive photography workshop under the Global Schools – Nikon School of Creativity initiative, as part of the Youth India Programme. Conducted as part of this broader creative learning ecosystem, the workshop engaged students from Grades V to VIII in a hands-on exploration of photography, visual storytelling, and creative expression.
Designed to go beyond conventional classroom learning, the session offered a dynamic platform that blended technical understanding with artistic discovery, encouraging students to observe, interpret, and capture the world around them through a creative lens.
The session was led by renowned photographer and educator Arya Chitra, General Manager, NIKON Youth & Kids Program, who introduced students to key photography concepts including camera handling, framing, composition, and narrative-building. Her session emphasised the importance of visual literacy in today’s digital-first world, while inspiring students to develop their own creative voice through imagery.
The Global Schools – Nikon School of Creativity is a first-of-its-kind initiative that brings together global educational expertise and industry leadership to create a structured platform for photography and visual storytelling education. Through guided, hands-on learning modules led by industry experts, the programme aims to equip students with both technical proficiency and creative confidence, positioning photography as a powerful medium for expression, communication, and innovation.
The workshop also saw enthusiastic participation from parents, adding to the collaborative learning environment and further encouraging students to explore and showcase their creative potential.
As part of the session, students were evaluated on their creativity, perspective, and execution, with Shreesh Kale (Grade 8), V. Lakshan Sai (Grade 7), and Saavi Deshpande (Grade 5) emerging as winners for their outstanding photography work, demonstrating strong visual storytelling ability and originality.
“At GIIS, we believe that education must go beyond textbooks to nurture creativity and self-expression. Our 9GEMS framework enables a well-rounded approach across academics, sports, arts, and character building. Collaborations like these provide our students with meaningful exposure to new-age skills such as visual storytelling, helping them develop confidence and a broader perspective towards the world around them,” said Nidhi Gupta, Principal, Global Indian International School, Nagpur. “The Nikon Photography Workshop is a step towards empowering our students with creative tools that are increasingly relevant in today’s digital era, while also encouraging them to explore their unique perspectives and express themselves with clarity and confidence,” she added.
