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About Prof. Dr Rajendra Thakre : Rajendra Thakre is an experienced academician and design professional with over 15 years of teaching expertise and two decades of industry practice. Specializing in typography, type design, wayfinding systems, brand design, and user interface design, he contributes to advancing design education through innovative teaching methodologies and research. Rajendra has mentored undergraduate and postgraduate students, fostering critical thinking and a practical approach to design challenges. His research focuses on integrating cultural heritage into contemporary design solutions, with notable work on multilingual signage systems and typography. Dedicated to nurturing the next generation of designers, he actively engages in workshops, symposia, and academic collaborations. STATEMENT OF ART:To me, design and art are distinct yet deeply intertwined forms of human expression, both rooted in creativity but serving different purposes. Design is purposeful problem-solving, where function, innovation, and aesthetics harmoniously coexist to create solutions that elevate human experiences. Art, on the other hand, is boundless self-expression that evokes emotions, provokes thought, and challenges perceptions. Together, they represent humanity’s ability to imagine, create, and evolve. As a designer with over two decades of professional experience 15 years of academic contributions and 10 years of industry experience, my perspective on art and design is inherently tied to the intersection of creativity, culture, and education. Design, to me, is not merely about creating objects or visuals; it is about crafting meaningful experiences that resonate with people. Whether designing wayfinding systems that guide individuals seamlessly through urban environments or reviving the cultural essence of scripts through typography, I believe that design serves as a bridge between intention and impact. Art, in contrast, allows freedom from boundaries. It challenges conventions and offers a canvas for introspection and emotional connection. My journey as a photographer and calligrapher has allowed me to explore art as a deeply personal endeavor, while my academic contributions have focused on channeling art’s essence into design pedagogy. Art inspires design by offering new ways to perceive the world, while design anchors art with a purpose that connects to real-world needs. My work has consistently aimed to weave the threads of culture, tradition, and modernity into design education. Reviving the Modi script through a modern typeface or teaching students to design multilingual wayfinding systems has underscored the importance of preserving cultural identity while addressing contemporary challenges. Design, in this sense, is not just about aesthetics or functionality—it is a vehicle to tell stories, honor heritage, and shape futures. As an educator, I see design as a tool to empower students with critical thinking, innovation, and adaptability. My teaching philosophy revolves around nurturing curiosity and instilling the confidence to question and innovate. By engaging students in hands-on projects—whether creating a zine on the history of typography or exploring the application of regional scripts—I encourage them to view design as a holistic discipline that integrates art, culture, and technology. In my experience, design education is about equipping learners not just with technical skills but also with a sense of responsibility toward society. Through collaborative workshops, mentorship, and research, I aim to inspire students to think beyond trends and focus on creating sustainable, ethical, and impactful designs. To sum it up, design is a means to improve the world through intention, and art is a lens to understand it. Together, they define my creative identity and commitment to shaping the next generation of designers. ORGANIZATION: MIT Institute of Design (MIT ADT University) EDUCATION: 2023, A Study of Urban Experiential Wayfinding Design: Emphasis on Pune, PhD, MIT ADT University, PUNE/INDIA 2005, Photography, MFA, Lalit Kala Vibhag (Nagpur University), NAGPUR/INDIA 2000, Applied Art, BFA, Government Chitrakala Mahavidyalaya (Nagpur University), NAGPUR/INDIA EXPERIENCE: 2025 (Present), Associate Professor, MIT Institute of Design, PUNE/INDIA 2009, UX Design Consultant, SmartCloude Infotech, PUNE/INDIA 2009, Sr. Associate Graphic Designer, GlobalLogic Inc., NAGPUR/INDIA 2003, Design Consultant, FCB Ulka, MUMBAI/INDIA 2003m Design Consultant, Quadrant Communication, MUMBAI/INDIA EVENTS: 2014, Reviving Modi-Script, Presenter, Typoday-2014, IIT-Mumbai, MUMBAI/INDIA 2019, Wayfinding in India, Presenter, Design Principles and Practices, ST. PETERSBURG/RUSSIA 2022, Oliofolio Portfolio Review, Organizer, MIT Institute of Design, PUNE/INDIA 2024, Oliofolio Event, Organizer, Bombay Art Society, MUMBAI/INDIA AWARDS: 1999, First Rank, Best Photography Award (Orange City Photographers Club), NAGPUR/INDIA 2000, First Rank, Best Photography Award (Orange City Photographers Club), NAGPUR/INDIA 2014, Prize, Best Presenter, Typoday-2014, MUMBAI/INDIA ACADEMIC PUBLICATIONS: 2014, Reviving Modi Script, Typoday 2014, Typoday, IIT-IDC, Mumbai, MUMBAI/INDIA 2017, Wayfinding/Signage Design Opportunity and Challenges for Multilingual Script within the Indian Context, ICIOTAS: International Journal of Science, Engineering and Management (IJSEM) Vol 2, Issue 4, PUNE/INDIA, ISSN 2456 -1304 2017, Color Perception for Signage Design in India, Ajanta, SJIFACTOR, AURANGABAD/INDIA, ISSN 2277 - 5730 BOOKS: 2017, Aspects of Folk-Culture in Literature at National & International Level, 295-300, Snehawardha Publication, Dr LV Taware, PUNE/INDIA, ISBN 978-93-85709-08-1 LANGUAGE SKILLS: Marathi (Native) Hindi (Near Native) English (Advanced) COMPUTER LITERACY: Adobe Indesign, Advanced Adobe Illustrator, Advanced Adobe Photoshop, Advanced FontLab, Advanced Glyph, Advanced COURSES, SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS:: 2024, Masterclass on Wayfinding Design, MIT School of Design, Alandi, PUNE/INDIA 2023, Masterclass on User Experience Design, Bharthi Vidyapith, PUNE/INDIA 2023, Masterclass on Typography Design, Bharthi Vidyapith, PUNE/INDIA 2023, Type Design Course, Bharthi Vidyapith, PUNE/INDIA 2022, User Experience Design Course, Bharthi Vidyapith, PUNE/INDIA 2019, Workshop on Experimental Workshop on Stylistic Devanagari Calligraphy, St. Petersburg University, SAINT PETERSBURG/RUSSIA 2018, Wayfinding & Signage Design, MIT Institute of Design, UJJAIN/INDIA SYMPOSIUMS AND ACADEMIC CONFERENCES:: 2011, Typoday, IIT-IDC/Mumbai, MUMBAI/INDIA 2012, Kyoorius Design Yatra/Goa, GOA/INDIA 2014, Typoday, Symbiosys University/Pune, PUNE/INDIA 2014, 5th Internation Interdisciplinary Conference/Thailand, THAILAND 2018, 7th National Conference on Visual Art (National Visual Art, Congress)/Aurangabad University, AURANGABAD/INDIA 2019, Design Principles & Practices/St. Petersburg University, SAINT PETERSBURG/RUSSIA 2019, Kyoorius Design Yatra/Goa, GOA/INDIA 2023, Kyoorius Design Yatra/Goa, GOA/INDIA 2024, Kyoorius Design Yatra/Goa, GOA/INDIA MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS: 2023, Association of Designers of India, PUNE/INDIA JURY MEMBERSHIPS: 2017, Adobe Achievement Awards 2018, Adobe Achievement Awards 2019, Adobe Achievement Awards 2020, UMO Design Foundation, BANGLORE/INDIA HOBBIES: Yoga, Photography, Calligraphy CLIENTELE: 2024, MIT ADT University, Designed Wayfinding System 2023, Design Connect, Brand Identity Design 2022, MIT Medical Institute, Designed Brand Experience and Wayfinding System 2020, First Online University, Branding and User Experience Design 2019, Drishtikona, Branding and User Experience Design WEB SITE: https://in.linkedin.com/in/rajendrathakre 20 PORTFOLIO URL: www.behance.net/raajthakre REGISTRATION DATE: 2025-01-25 01:11:17 COUNTRY/REGION: India ACCOUNT TYPE: Academic |
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