Flower Pounding & Tatakizome Workshops
Experience the therapeutic art of Tatakizome. Hammer fresh flowers onto canvas and paper to create unique, botanical imprints with guidance from a nature artist.
The process of flower pounding is as beautiful as the result. Watch as fresh flowers are carefully arranged and hammered, releasing their natural colors to create a permanent, one-of-a-kind botanical print on a canvas pouch.
Here are some of the beautiful greeting cards created in a recent workshop. Each card is a unique piece of art, imprinted with the delicate details of real flowers and leaves, making them a truly special way to send a message.
My partner finding his moment of calm with flower pounding. This video shows how the simple, focused act of hammering leaves can be a meditative and stress-relieving experience for anyone.
A glimpse into our flower pounding workshop hosted for the members of Teach For India. It was a wonderfully relaxing and creative session, with everyone gathered on the floor, deeply engaged in making their own botanical art.
Hammering away stress, one petal at a time! Our flower pounding workshops are a perfect escape, offering a fun and creative way to unwind and connect with nature's beauty.
A happy participant from our Teach For India workshop, proudly showing off her finished flower-pounded pouch and greeting card. It’s so rewarding to see people create items they can use and cherish.
The vibrant colors of marigold and other flowers transferred beautifully onto this handmade bookmark. It's a lovely, functional keepsake to remind you of a creative afternoon.
Participants in our workshop carefully arranging flower petals on their cards before the pounding begins. This initial design phase is where each artist's unique vision starts to take shape.
A close-up of the flower pounding technique. Using a wooden mallet, the pigments from the petals are gently transferred onto the paper, creating a soft, watercolor-like effect.
A group of friends proudly displaying the canvas pouches they designed in a flower pounding session. This workshop is a great activity for friends looking for a unique and creative way to spend time together.
About Flower Pounding: The Art of Tatakizome
You don’t need any artistic background to start, just a bit of curiosity. In these sessions, we arrange fresh, colorful petals on fabric or paper, and use a wooden mallet to transfer their natural pigments, revealing detailed, one-of-a-kind prints that you get to take home.
Tatakizome, the Japanese art of botanical printing, is a rhythmic, meditative process. It is about slowing down, engaging your senses, and finding calm in a world that rarely stops. When you join one of my workshops in Bengaluru, I guide you through the process of selecting petals, arranging your patterns, and the careful hammering that transfers the living color of marigolds, roses, and leaves onto your canvas pouch or greeting card.
Everything is non-toxic and sourced from nature. It is a fantastic way to unwind after a long week, whether you are coming alone to disconnect from screens or bringing a group for a team-bonding activity. My goal is to get you out of your head and into your hands. I handle all the material setup, from the wooden mallets to the pre-mordanted fabric, so you can simply focus on the act of creating. Whether you are in Indiranagar or anywhere else in the city, I come to your preferred venue to host this gentle, stress-busting experience.
En Madtidiya
I’m Kruthika, and I founded En Madtidiya to share the quiet joy of working with nature. I lead these hands-on sessions to help you slow down, get a little messy, and reconnect with your creative side, whether you're a beginner or just looking for a mindful escape.
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