Whether you’re picking up a pencil for the first time or building your professional portfolio, Kalaa Art & Design offers an inspiring space to grow your artistic voice. Our Visual Art and Fashion Design classes are crafted for all age groups and skill levels — from curious beginners to serious creatives. 🎨💡
✔ Small group classes for personalized attention
✔ Experienced, passionate instructors
✔ Supplimental Portfolio prep for college and art/ Design schools
✔ Student exhibitions and creative showcases
✔ Welcoming, creative, and culturally rich environment
Start your creative journey today — where art meets heart at Kalaa.
Why Art and Design Matter More Than Ever in an AI WorldBy – Dr. Nidhi L Sharda In today’s fast-moving digital world, where artificial intelligence is transforming industries
By Zoya Zafer (7th) The Journey of the Graceful Rock Crab The slender crab, also called the graceful rock crab, has a few different names. Its scientific names
By- Gianna Joe Thoms Grade 2nd I made a painting of an albacore tuna swimming in my Kalaa Art & Design Studio. The fish is silver with a
Rianna Shah Grade:8 The ocean is full of incredible creatures, but the tiger rockfish stands out as one of the most beautiful. The vibrant orange and brown stripes
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Dr. Nidhi L. Sharda is a distinguished Visual Art and Design Educator and Researcher, serving as the Founder & Creative Director of Kalaa Art & Design Studio in Pleasanton, California. With over 15 years of experience as a Professor and Head of the Department at a leading Design College (NIFT, Bangalore), she has guided fashion design collections, supervised doctoral and postgraduate research projects, and administered international academic programs.
Dr. Sharda also served as a Nodal Officer for Swiss Textiles College for three years before relocating to the USA. Her scholarly contributions include numerous presentations and publications in international journals. Her applied research spans natural dyes, sustainable design, Indian textiles, and surface design techniques. Passionate about fostering creativity, her pedagogy emphasizes the appreciation of art and design forms through a scientific and sustainable lens to promote ecological well-being.
Saesha is mentored in Fine Art and Fashion Designing under the guidance of Dr. Sharda for more than 8 years. Apart from Kalaa Studio, Saesha has an experience as tutor at College Board for SAT Preparation and USA Biology Olympiad tutor for Biology Club. Currently Saesha is doing Molecular & Cell Biology Major from UC Berkeley, Ca.
Dr. Richa is a hobbyist and Crochet artist. Doctor by profession she has been knitting and doing crochet for nearly 20 years
Dr. Vrushali Dhage is an accomplished art historian and exhibition curator based in the SF Bay Area. Her research explores the intersection of artistic practice, public engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration—especially in the context of ecological change and urban development. With a doctorate focused on the impact of economic globalization on contemporary Indian art, Dr. Dhage brings a critical and global perspective to her work. She has taught at the Department of Art History and Aesthetics, MSU Baroda, and delivered lectures across leading institutions in India. Her curatorial projects, residencies, and widely published research contribute richly to the evolving discourse on art and sustainability.
Stephanie Wright is a Chartered Accountant by profession and a passionate artist at heart. Mentored by Dr. Nidhi in landscape and still life painting, Stephanie brings creativity, discipline, and heart into every artwork. As a mother of a preschooler, she balances her professional and artistic journeys with grace, drawing inspiration from everyday life and nature.
Capt. Parul is a seasoned professional and mentor with a rich background in design thinking and IT strategy. With a disciplined foundation from her military experience, she now guides aspiring creatives and tech professionals through structured, purpose-driven mentorship. Her approach blends analytical insight with creative problem-solving, empowering learners to build meaningful careers in design and technology.
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Kinjal Parikh is a qualified Chartered Accountant whose creative spirit finds expression through visual art. With a deep passion for detail and harmony, she specializes in intricate mandala designs, evocative animal sketches, and tranquil landscapes. Kinjal’s work reflects a unique blend of analytical precision and artistic intuition, offering viewers a sense of balance, beauty, and quiet storytelling.
