Celebrate Diwali: Lamp Decorating & Garland Making
- Caitlin Devenport
- Oct 16
- 2 min read
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Length of video: 30-40 seconds
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Headline: Diwali at ARU London Alumni Date: Friday, 17th October 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: 3rd Floor, Import Building
Content:
Capture the colour, creativity, and community of this hands-on Diwali celebration. Film moments of students painting traditional diya lamps, threading decorative garlands, and connecting over a shared cultural experience.
Get a mix of individual and group shots, plus detail shots of the materials and final creations. You can also include short clips of students sharing what Diwali means to them or why they joined the activity.
Key Messaging (Ideas to include):
“We’re celebrating Diwali at ARU London 🎉🪔”
“Get creative with diya lamp painting & garland making”
“A moment to relax, connect, and celebrate culture”
“No experience needed — just bring your creativity!”
“Here’s how students are getting hands-on for Diwali”
“Happy Diwali from ARU London ✨”
Goals:
Show ARU London as a culturally vibrant and inclusive campus
Highlight creativity and community through student engagement
Encourage future participation in cultural & craft events
Share authentic, student-led moments from the celebration
Alternative Video Ideas:
🪔 “How I Decorated My Diya Lamp” – a time-lapse or quick tutorial of your process
💬 “What Diwali Means to Me” – short student reflections
🎨 “Decorate With Us: Diwali Edition” – a fun montage of painting, threading, and revealing the final look
📸 “Behind the Scenes at ARU London’s Diwali Event” – clips of set-up, group work, and laughter
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