--- title: "En Madtidiya: Nature-Inspired Art & Learning in Bengaluru" description: "Discover the story behind En Madtidiya, an experimental platform for nature-inspired art. Join Kruthika for hands-on natural dyeing and eco-art workshops in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/my-story-philosophy last_updated: 2025-08-30 --- # The Heart of En Madtidiya: My Nature-First Philosophy Tribe Verified · MSME Handcrafters Award winning educator By [En Madtidiya](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya) · Travels to schools and outdoor venues across Bengaluru · ₹850 per child (estimate) Part of [Sustainability & Science Programs for Kids](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/gallery) I am Kruthika, a nature artist and educator. My work is an invitation to get your hands messy, reconnect with the wild, and learn through doing. ## Photos and videos - [Video: People often ask about my brand name, "En Madtidiya." It's a question my mom would ask me in Kannada, meaning "What are you doing?" when I was always experimenting in her kitchen. The name stuck, and it perfectly captures the spirit of curiosity that drives my work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d5c8066-6165-43bc-b651-782db75f22a6) - [Video: What is En Madtidiya? It's an experimental platform to create and learn with nature. I'm Kruthika, a nature artist and educator, and I believe nature is our best teacher and a gentle healer. My goal is to help you reconnect with it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a14573f-63c4-4227-91a1-159c4e88d3de) - ![I was so honored to receive the MSME Handcrafters Award. This picture was taken right after the ceremony. I am filled with gratitude for everyone who has supported me on this incredible journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c345b11-f006-4c00-8008-e1c24867a47e) - ![Another photo from the awards night, holding my trophy. This recognition means the world to me and fuels my passion for sharing the art of natural crafts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a44247c9-4a80-44ce-b5ac-7578ae69193a) - ![On stage receiving the MSME Handcrafters Award. It was a truly special and humbling moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58aa81cd-44da-439d-89b8-5a754cc828a1) - ![A candid shot from the awards ceremony. I am so grateful for the journey that led me here.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/850ed100-8445-4297-82c6-9414679be1f6) - ![A close-up of the "Woman of Inspiration" award. This trophy is a beautiful reminder of the path I'm on and the community that supports me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/99d9b2be-0d46-4d4d-b338-99aaa039b5f0) - ![Holding the MSME Handcrafters Award. It represents so much hard work, passion, and the unwavering support from all of you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/baf2241c-a70f-4dc4-94c9-e7ddfb2e44fa) - ![My hands, stained blue from natural indigo. For me, handmade means connection. It's about touching, feeling, and creating with authenticity and passion. Every product I make carries a piece of that energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17b05195-2b19-4748-bac6-7b164ffff95e) ## About My Story & Philosophy When you join me for a session, you won't be sitting through a formal lecture. My process is tactile and intentionally messy—whether it is indigo staining your palms or the smell of marigolds as you pound them onto paper, we learn by doing, not by watching from the sidelines. This approach creates a space where mistakes are just part of the science. ### How En Madtidiya Began People often ask me, "Why that name?" It comes from my mother tongue, Kannada. When I started experimenting with natural dyes, I would constantly raid my mother’s kitchen for vessels and ingredients. She would walk in, see the chaos, and ask, *"En madtidiya?"*—which simply means, "What are you doing?" The name stuck because it captures the playful, inquisitive spirit that drives my work. It is an acknowledgement that we don't always need a perfect plan. Sometimes, the best learning happens when we are just curious and willing to get our hands dirty. ### Learning by Doing I believe nature is our best teacher and a gentle healer. In my workshops, I move away from textbooks and screens. Instead, we use what the earth gives us. We extract colors from petals, turn waste into handmade paper, and explore the science behind these transformations. Whether we are hosting a 5-day summer camp for children or a one-off workshop for adults, the goal is the same: to foster a sensory connection with the environment. ### Recognition and Craft I am deeply honored to have been recognized with the MSME Handcrafters Award as a Woman of Inspiration. While the trophy sits on my shelf, the real reward for me is the community that has grown around this platform. It reminds me that handmade is more than a process; it is a way to handle, present, and create things with genuine love and dedication. I am not here to make little scientists memorize facts. I am here to help you ask, "What are we doing?" and discover that you have the power to change things. ## About En Madtidiya I’m Kruthika, and I traded rigid textbooks for outdoor classrooms and natural dyes. My work is simple: I teach you to see nature not just as a backdrop, but as a classroom and a healer. [See all of En Madtidiya's services](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya) ## More from Sustainability & Science Programs for Kids by En Madtidiya - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/featured) - [Summer Camps & Outdoor Adventures](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/summer-camps-outdoor-adventures) - [Block Printing with Natural Inks](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/block-printing-with-natural-inks) - [Flower Pounding & Botanical Prints](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/flower-pounding-botanical-prints) - [The Art of Natural Dyeing & Tie-Dye](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/the-art-of-natural-dyeing-tie-dye) - [From Waste to Wonder: Recycled Papermaking](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/from-waste-to-wonder-recycled-papermaking) - [Workshops for Schools & Organizations](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/workshops-for-schools-organizations) - [Handmade with Nature: Our Products](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/sustainability-science-programs-for-kids/handmade-with-nature-our-products) ## More services by En Madtidiya - [Eco-Art & Craft Workshops](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/eco-art-craft-workshops) - [Nature Play Workshops for Children](https://mytribe.in/en_madtidiya/nature-play-workshops-for-children) ## Similar work from other experts - [Finding Art in Nature: My Color Journey](https://mytribe.in/dyehome/natural-art-craft-workshops/our-inspiration-the-beauty-of-nature) by Dyehome · Natural Art & Craft Workshops · Online workshops via Zoom - [My Art Journey: Process, Practice & Philosophy](https://mytribe.in/maidenindia_art/art-workshops/meet-the-artist-my-process) by Surekha Sundaram · Art Workshops · Available online and at venues in Bengaluru - [Natural Dyeing Workshops and Eco-Printing in Mysore](https://mytribe.in/color-ashram-foundation/natural-dyeing-workshops-training/featured) by Color Ashram · Natural Dyeing Workshops & Training · Attend at Hebbal Studio, Mysuru or in Bengaluru - [My Journey with Art: The Philosophy Behind ArtGlow](https://mytribe.in/artglow.studio/art-workshops-private-events/my-journey-with-art) by ArtGlow Studio · Art Workshops & Private Events · Available online and at venues across Bengaluru - [Sustainable Art: From Pulp to Pigment](https://mytribe.in/svadhyayalearningspace/creative-performing-arts/sustainable-art-from-pulp-to-pigment) by Svadhyaya · Creative & Performing Arts · Classes at Jayanagar Center & Online - [Featured Art Experiences and Creative Workshops](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/featured) by Madhuri Umashankar · Art Workshops & Wellness Retreats · Workshops at Bangalore Creative Circus and locations across Bengaluru ## Book To book En Madtidiya, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%20Kruthika%2C%20I%20loved%20reading%20about%20the%20story%20behind%20En%20Madtidiya.%20I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20your%20upcoming%20workshops.)