M.F.A. (Applied Art) - BAMU, Aurangabad; B.F.A. (Applied Art) - University of Mumbai

A creative person who loves to experience and express aspects of life in every possible way. Asst. Prof Nilima has diversified interests, especially the role of Visual Art in advertising communication. She believes what one is today, is a result of what one would have thought yesterday. And this extends her passion to know what appeals most to the human mind in context to communication. Currently pursuing her Doctorate from MIT, Pune; Asst. Prof. Nilima explores understanding the importance of communication fundamentals to new lifestyles.

PhD. Fine Art (Visualization) - Banasthali Vidyapith, Rajasthan; M.F.A. (Visualisation) - BAMU, Aurangabad;  B.F.A. (Applied Art), PG. Dip. in Museology and Conservation - University of Mumbai

3D designer by nature, and teaching since fifteen years is a happy space. Actively involved in Film, Drama, and Event Art direction; Asst. Prof. Vivek guides intermediate students with subjects like Exhibition Display Design & Stage Craft, Communication & Information Design. His areas of interest vary from Space design, 3D Working Displays, and Innovations. Asst. Prof. Vivek conducts workshops for school children, Design students, and Industry practitioners on topics like Origami, Stop Motion Animation, Model making & materials. His research in Portable Agro Exhibitions was well appreciated during his doctorate.

M.F.A. (Applied Art), B.F.A. (Applied Art) - BAMU, Aurangabad

A visualiser-illustrator by profession until he started teaching nineteen years ago; Asst. Prof. Suresh has won Advertising awards and accolades. His guidance to students focuses more on ideation and visualisation, ultimately leading them to Advertising/Communication design solutions. He has participated in group painting exhibitions and won several national and international art, painting and poster competitions over the last two decades. Upgrading himself with the advertising industry, Asst. Prof. Suresh attends knowledge sharing seminars and workshops from time to time. 

M.F.A. (Illustration), B.F.A. (Applied Art) - University of Mumbai

Maya is a multidisciplinary mixed media artist and Assistant Professor with over 18 years of experience in teaching Exhibition Display Design, Web Designing, and Painting, and more than 7 years of professional experience in these fields. Passionate about creating lessons that both educate and inspire, she strongly believes in combining traditional learning with the power of modern technologies. Maya continuously explores new and exciting ways to integrate these approaches into her teaching.

Throughout her career, she has worked on numerous projects for the University of Mumbai and has extensive experience in exhibition display fieldwork.  She has designed Republic Day floats for the 26 January celebrations in Mumbai and has showcased her paintings in exhibitions at the Jehangir Art Gallery. Additionally, she has also authored research papers.

PhD. in Visual Art, RTMNU; M.F.A. (Applied Art), B.F.A. (Applied Art) - BAMU, Aurangabad

A calligraphy artist by heart, Dr. Nahate has been teaching for twenty two years as an Assistant Professor. Sir has mentored his students through impressive demonstrations in the fields of BFA (Applied Art), Fine Art, Architecture, B.Voc at his parent institute. His good teaching methodologies and popularity with students helped him bag "The Best Teacher Award" organized by Rachana Sansad Management twice. Conducting Calligraphy exhibitions and workshops across India, Asst. Prof. Anil Nahate has participated in National and International events receiving accolades and made the institute proud.

M.F.A. (Illustration), B.F.A. (Applied Art) - University of Mumbai, Pursuing PhD in Visual Art from Banasthali Vidyapeeth

Brand ideator and Art director for over a decade, Art comes naturally to Ajinkya as do visually compelling ideas. His innate passion for creation has shaped Brands from identity to assets, seen ‘Inspiration Medal’ for Marathon, and innovative space design projects abroad. With clients like Jawa motorcycles, SUD Life Insurance, Hinduja Hits Network, Atomberg Technologies, Ajinkya solves communication problems using design thinking methodologies. His soft-spoken, approachable personality, sense of empathy and simplified process of teaching makes him a perfect fit with the Department. Ajinkya is one of our Departments’ illustrious Alumni.

M.F.A. (Applied Art) - NMU, Jalgaon; G.D. Art (Applied Art) - Sophia Polytechnic, Mumbai

Into teaching profession for the past 13 years, Poonam has progressed from being a Senior Lecturer to an Assistant Professor encouraging students for their good qualities and individual potential in subjects like Typography, Graphic Design, Package Design, 2D Design and colour.

Her experience as a creative designer - visualizer, Texturing, Matte Paint, and storyboard artist has helped Poonam immensely in guiding young advertisers and designers. Currently pursuing her PhD, Poonam looks forward to the teaching challenges and opportunities at CAAC.

B.F.A. (Applied Art) - University of Mumbai

One of our own alumni, Akshay has been successfully coordinating the Two Year Advance Certification Course for the last nine years. With a parallel Industry experience as a graphic designer with leading companies Akshay has been consistently producing innovative and unique designs for print and digital media.

B.F.A. (Applied Art)- Rachana Sansad College of Applied Art and Craft, University of Mumbai.

Combining her young experience as a freelance designer and an Art Director of her own sustainable brand- The Jute House, Kiran seamlessly guides students in subjects like lettering - typography and graphic design by exploring different materials.

A proud alumnus of College of Applied Art and Craft, Ms. Kiran looks forward to contributing to the academic community by making a positive impact on the students' lives, and together, shaping the future of design.

GD Art(Applied Art), MFA (Applied Art), Pursuing PhD in Visual Art from Banasthali Vidyapeeth

A specialist in the area, she has worked with numerous advertising agencies on well-known brands. She is diligent and has taught advertising theory and other practical subjects for more than ten years. She is an expert in the areas of copywriting, visual art, and communication. She holds an MFA from MIT ADT University, Pune and a GD in Art Applied from L.S. Raheja School of Art, Bandra. She believes that students are inherently creative and is an advocate for cutting-edge design.