Teachers partnering with ZCAA
Aparna Ganguly Founder
The founder of Zeniko Creatives Art Academy brings over two decades of expertise in fashion and art, blending creativity with a deep commitment to sustainable practices. With a Master's degree in Design and experience in global fashion brands like Crocs and Bata, she has a strong background in product development, merchandising, and education. Her vision for Zeniko World is to foster a community that embraces art and sustainability, offering a range of workshops, talks, and educational trips to inspire the next generation of creative professionals. Through Zeniko Creatives, she nurtures young talent and provides a platform for artistic exploration and growth, covering mediums from classic drawing to digital art. Passionate about sharing knowledge, she also teach at leading fashion institutes, preparing students for careers in design, fashion marketing, and other creative industries. her commitment to both education and sustainability makes Zeniko World a hub for creative innovation.
Indra Murak
Fashion Designer
Indraputra, a polymath of design, found his passion ignited by the glamour and creativity showcased in Bravo’s Project Runway. As a testament to his dedication, he emerged as the Valedictorian of the Class of 2018, graduating with a BA (HONS) in Fashion Design from the prestigious University of East London.
With over 12 years of experience in the fashion industry, I have honed my skills as a versatile and innovative fashion designer and stylist. My journey began with a passion for creative expression through clothing, leading me to work with a diverse range of clients and projects. From editorial shoots that push the boundaries of style to curating personalized looks for individuals, I thrive on bringing visions to life and telling stories through fashion. My expertise spans across various areas of styling, including high fashion magazine shoots, campaign shoots/video shoot, personal styling for clients, fashion show and more, allowing me to adapt to different contexts and deliver exceptional results. I take pride in my attention to detail, ability to understand client needs, and staying abreast of the latest trends and industry developments. Collaborations with brands, photographers, and models have enriched my styling journey, contributing to a portfolio that showcases my unique aesthetic and commitment to excellence in every project.
Apart from designing, Indraputra has been in the education industry for the past 10 years. He had taught in prestigious schools such as NAFA and University of Sunderland. Currently he is teaching private students that are pursuing fashion as a hobby or as a career.
Debra
Creative Thinker and Artist
Debra has over 30 years of extensive experience in design and merchant designing in the fashion industry, working with Jagger's, Baccarat, and Chanel Australia. She has gained accolades when she worked with the former Singapore Broadcasting Corporation as a costume designer and coordinator of sponsorships, and has designed costumes for ballets like *Nutcracker*, *Swan Lake*, and *Sleeping Beauty*, and the National Day Parades and *Chin Gay* for Singapore. She further represented Singapore at the Annual *Pret-a-Porter* in Paris in 1986 as one of the top 10 best designers representing Singapore.
In her academic career, Debra has taught at Temasek Polytechnic, where she taught fashion design, history of fashion, and 20th-century fashion. She later joined Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts with the fashion programme, teaching history, research, and fashion forecasting and creative thinking, bringing creativity to the young in public speaking, and creative writing in research methodology.
Ao Yang
Artist
Liu Aoyang is a flexible, adaptable, multidisciplinary artist. He graduated from NTU, school of Art design Media, with honours in Media Art. He picked up fine arts when he was 8, and enjoyed painting and drawing ever since. He also ventured into other areas of art, such as Terrarium design, origami, crafts, photography, sculpture. Aoyang has 4 years experience in the field of Art Education. He believes strongly that, art is something that is simple, elegant and beautiful. He encourages his students to express themselves freely, and enjoy the process of making art.
Chalsey
Artist & Designer
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Chalsey is an aspiring fashion designer and is currently pursuing a degree in Fashion Product and Promotion in Management Development Institute of Singapore which will be awarded by the University of Sunderland, UK. She also has a higher diploma in fashion from Management Development Institute of Singapore. Chalsey has worked as a freelance painter, specialising in acrylic paint for several years and during the pandemic co-created an original Webtoon story.
Deepthy
Artist & Designer
Deepthy is an artist and a graduate of the prestigious National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). With a passion for design and creativity, she merges artistic expression with technical expertise. Deepthy’s work reflects a unique blend of innovation, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of contemporary trends. Her artistic journey is shaped by her NIFT experience, where she honed her skills in fashion and design, pushing the boundaries of traditional aesthetics.