Artisan-Led Workshops: Learn Traditional Indian Crafts
Step away from the screen and get your hands dirty. Join our master karigars for an authentic session where you will learn a traditional skill and take home something uniquely yours.
Design and paint your own tote bag in this fun, hands-on session. We provide the bag, paints, and guidance, so you can create a unique, wearable piece of art. It's a practical way to express your creativity.
Learn the basics of Blue Pottery, the iconic ceramic art of Jaipur. In this workshop, you will learn how to paint the delicate floral and geometric motifs that make this craft so recognizable.
Discover Lippan art, the traditional mud and mirror work from Kutch. This workshop teaches you how to create beautiful, textured coasters using simple materials, a perfect introduction to this earthy craft.
Immerse yourself in the world of Bhil painting, a tribal art form known for its vibrant, dotted patterns depicting nature and mythology. This workshop is a wonderful way to connect with traditional storytelling through art.
Our workshops offer a diverse range of activities for a perfect day out. Here you can see participants making paper butterflies, getting temporary tattoos, painting planters, and even learning the craft of bangle making.
Learn the soothing craft of candle making. This workshop guides you through the process of melting, scenting, and pouring wax to create your own beautiful, handcrafted candles to take home.
Perfect for all ages, our kite making workshop is a chance to build and decorate your own patang. It's a wonderful activity that combines simple engineering with artistic expression.
Create delicate paper butterflies in our simple and fun origami workshop. This session is great for kids and adults alike, teaching basic folding techniques to make something beautiful.
This poster highlights our Dot Mandala Art workshop, a session focused on mindfulness and creativity. Learn to create stunning, symmetrical designs using dotting tools and vibrant paints.
Storytelling comes alive in our puppet workshop. Based on the tale of 'The Thirsty Crow', this session involves both a puppet show and a chance for kids to make their own simple hand puppets.
About Artisan-Led Workshops: A World of Crafts
The magic happens when you step away from the digital noise and pick up a brush, a lump of clay, or a dotting tool. Whether you are trying your hand at delicate Blue Pottery or the intricate, rhythmic patterns of Lippan art, these sessions aren't just about the final product. It is about the focus of the work and the stories our master karigars share while teaching you their craft. You do not need a single ounce of prior experience to sit at our table.
A Pause Button for Your Busy Day
We run these sessions because we believe making things is a form of healing. When you come to a workshop, you are learning a skill that has been passed down through generations. These are not studio classes where you need to commit for months. These are bite-sized, soulful encounters with India's rich craft heritage.
What to Expect
We keep it real. If you are joining a pottery session, you will get your hands muddy on the wheel. If you pick up a Dot Mandala kit, you will learn the patience required for symmetrical design. We pop up at diverse venues across Bangalore, including the NIFT campus and Jayamahal Palace, creating a communal space where everyone is welcome.
Why Join Us?
- Master Artisans: You are not learning from a tutorial video; you are learning from someone who has lived this craft their entire life.
- All-Inclusive: We provide the materials, the paints, the brushes, and the guidance. You just bring your curiosity.
- Take it Home: From hand-painted tote bags to your own first piece of Aipan art, you leave with a souvenir of your own making.
Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique in folk arts like Gond and Bhil painting, we offer a space to explore, fail, create, and connect. Come join the movement and celebrate the 'haath ka kaam' (work of the hands) with us.
Find a workshop that fits your mood
We host sessions ranging from pottery to tribal painting across Bangalore.
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