Creative French Workshops & Learning
Go beyond the textbook at our Lodhi Estate campus. From comics and creative writing to Devanagari calligraphy and culinary sessions, our interactive workshops help you live the language through hands-on experience.
The poster for "Jeux de Cartes," a library workshop to boost French vocabulary using fun, image-based card games. Our workshops make learning French interactive and enjoyable, especially for beginner levels A1 and A2.1.
The poster for "Stories Across Borders," a talk exploring the cultural exchange between India and France in comics and cinema. We host discussions that connect popular media like Astérix and Bollywood to broader cultural dialogues.
A student and the instructor share their experiences from a French writing workshop led by a native French writer and sociologist. This video highlights how our workshops provide deep insights into creative expression in French.
A colourful, comic-book-style poster for our Comics Experience Workshop. This 12-hour mini-course offers an introduction to graphic novels as an expressive medium, and no prior art skills are needed.
A short, playful video promoting our Comic Experience Workshop. A teacher explains how comics are an interesting medium, inviting students to join this English-language course to discover the world of comics.
Participants of a calligraphy workshop proudly display their Devanagari script artwork. Our workshops are hands-on, creative, and result in beautiful work you can take home.
A wide shot of participants deeply engaged in the calligraphy workshop, seated on the floor of our gallery. The atmosphere is one of focused creativity and shared learning.
About this collection
You won't just sit in a classroom here. Our workshops are designed to be tactile and experimental. Whether you are trying your hand at Devanagari calligraphy with unconventional tools or dissecting the narrative arc in a graphic novel workshop, you are engaging with the culture, not just memorizing grammar. It is a space where you produce something tangible—a piece of writing, a drawing, or a finished craft—while meeting a community that shares your curiosity.
At Alliance Française de Delhi, we believe that learning should be an interactive journey. Our workshops break the monotony of traditional education by focusing on creativity and cultural immersion.
Hands-On Exploration
We offer a rotating selection of workshops that cater to diverse interests. If you love storytelling, our Comics Experience Workshop delves into graphic novels as an expressive medium, analyzing everything from layout to pacing. For those interested in mindful art, our calligraphy sessions explore the Devanagari script, teaching you how to express themes and emotions using only words and traditional tools.
A Community of Francophiles
These sessions are about more than just the skill. They are about the environment. You will find yourself working alongside a diverse group of students, artists, and enthusiasts in our gallery and library spaces. It is a chance to interact with visiting authors, native French writers, and local experts who bring real-world experience into the room.
Why Join Us?
- Tangible Outputs: Whether it is a short story draft, a piece of calligraphy, or a new culinary skill, you take your work home.
- Expert-Led: Sessions are facilitated by industry professionals, visiting artists, and our own skilled faculty.
- Inclusive Atmosphere: No prior experience is needed for most workshops. We encourage beginners and pros alike to jump in.
Located in the heart of Lodhi Estate, we invite you to drop by for a session. Whether you are looking for a weekend creative outlet or a deeper connection to French culture, there is a place for you here. Allons-y!
Alliance Française
We are the Alliance Française de Delhi, and we believe language is meant to be lived, not just studied. Our team is passionate about bridging cultures, whether it’s through film, art, or the simple joy of sharing a crêpe. Come by our Lodhi Estate campus to find your tribe.
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