Welcome to Ba-Effe, the design repository for Effervescence, the annual cultural fest of IIIT Allahabad. Yes, it's exactly what Ranbir Kapoor's character in Barfi could spell - if you know, you know.
And here's where it gets interesting: just like the film Barfi transported us back to the romantic 1970s with its vintage aesthetics and nostalgic charm, we're diving deep into that golden era for our theme "Rangara" (रंगारा) - a celebration of the colorful, dramatic, and unforgettable world of 70s-80s Bollywood!
Think hand-painted film posters, bold typography, warm sepia tones, and that unapologetic masala cinema energy. From the angry young man to the disco dancer, from hand-painted billboards to technicolor dreams - we're bringing back the era when every frame was a spectacle and every design told a story.
So bring your most dramatic, colorful, and cinematic design energy, and let's create some rangeen magic! 🎬✨
Whether you're taking your first steps in design or you're a seasoned pro, this is your space to contribute and collaborate.
📖 Want to dive deeper into the Rangara theme? Check out the complete theme guide: Effervescence'25 Theme PDF
We're building everything visual for Effervescence:
- Branding & visual identity — Make us look good
- Posters, passes, banners, merchandise — The stuff people actually see
- UI/UX concepts — Apps that don't make users cry
- Motion graphics & 3D visuals — Because 2D is so last season
Your designs might end up on social media, festival grounds, merchandise, or massive banners. Pretty cool, right?
Everyone. Seriously.
- 🎨 Just started designing? Welcome! Everyone starts somewhere
- 🚀 Building your portfolio? Real projects make the best additions
- 🏆 Experienced designer? Your expertise is valuable here
No gatekeeping here. Just bring your creativity and a willingness to learn!
Keep it clean, keep it original, keep it professional:
- Original work only — Your brain > Google Images
- Spell "Effervescence" correctly — We've seen... things
- Clear hierarchy — If grandma can't read it, fix it
- Production-ready — Designs should work IRL, not just on your screen
- Purpose over pizzazz — Make it mean something
- Embrace the Rangara spirit — Think vintage Bollywood, bold colors, dramatic compositions
New here? Read CONTRIBUTING.md first. It's like the instruction manual, but actually useful.
Each issue tells you what to create. Just follow the folder structure below and you're golden.
Click the Fork button at the top-right. This creates your personal copy.
Each issue already has its own folder in the repository. Navigate to the folder for the issue you're working on.
Example:
Each issue has specific instructions in its description. Follow the folder structure below to keep things organized.
Click the Fork button on the top-right to create your own copy.
Each issue already has its own folder in the repository. Navigate to the folder for the issue you're working on.
Example:
pratik-rakhecha/ // Wait..I became an issue?
Structure your folder like this:
your-username/
├── design-files/
│ ├── source-file.fig
│ ├── figma-link.txt
│ └── design-source.blend
├── exports/
│ ├── final-design.png
│ ├── final-design.svg
│ └── animation.mp4
└── README.md
design-files/— Source files (Figma, PSD, AI, Blender, etc.)exports/— Final outputs (PNG, JPG, PDF, MP4, etc.)README.md— Brief explanation of your design
Your folder's README should include:
- What you designed
- Your creative approach
- Tools used
- Any assumptions or special details
Keep it concise.
Once ready:
- Commit your changes
- Push to your fork
- Open a Pull Request to the main repository
Add a clear title and brief description. Important: First line must be Issue: #<issue_number>
- Do NOT modify existing files (unless that's literally what the issue asks for — otherwise it's instant chaos 😭)
- No copying designs from the internet
- Double-check spellings and visual quality
- Quality over quantity
Use whatever you're comfortable with:
- Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Blender, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar tools
- Work on a real fest brand
- Gain open-source experience
- Improve your design skills
- Build your portfolio
- Recognition through OpenCode '25
Loving the Rangara spirit? Help us spread the word:
- ⭐ Star this repo
- 📢 Share it with fellow designers and creatives
Every bit of support helps more people discover Effervescence! 🎨
- CONTRIBUTING.md — Detailed guidelines
- OpenCode Website — Register for leaderboard
- OpenCode Discord — Join for support
Thank you for contributing to Effervescence! Your creativity brings the fest to life.
Happy designing! 🎨
Mentor: Pratik Rakhecha | Part of OpenCode '25 by GeekHaven