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title: "Kānike Studio, Art Studio, Photography & Printmaking, Bengaluru - mytribe"
description: "Explore unique art experiences · Photography & Printmaking 3,000-6,000 · Art Workshops 2,000-4,999 · Cooke Town, Bengaluru · Traditional & modern art · Community events · Personalized learning."
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last_updated: 2024-07-16
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# Kānike Studio

We create and teach traditional art with a modern twist in our Bangalore studio

## Services

### [Alternative Photography Portraits](https://mytribe.in/kanikestudios/alternative-photography-portraits)

Shoots at studio in Cooke Town, Bengaluru

Typically ₹2,000-4,000 per 4x5 inch plate (estimate)

- ![This is more than a photograph; it's a tangible piece of history. I create these moody, silver-rich portraits using the wet plate collodion process from the 1850s, perfect for artists, musicians, or anyone seeking a portrait with a soul.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b2c0ec8-dac7-4c30-a3ed-a599dc6e9376)
- ![Your portrait session is a slow, deliberate experience. Here, I am working with a client in the studio, using a large format vintage camera to compose the shot. It's a collaborative process, far from the rush of digital photography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/265d5662-b5bb-4fbc-8da1-79d222e167f3)
- ![Beyond portraits, I create fine art prints using alternative techniques like this cyanotype. The process uses sunlight to produce stunning, deep blue images, capturing scenes with a dreamy, painterly quality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d409d4b6-0acc-44a3-9bc6-60661685dcc6)
- ![These are the finished pieces from a wet plate session. Each 4x5 inch plate is unique, with its own textures and marks left by the hand-poured chemicals. You walk away with a physical artifact, a true one-of-a-kind keepsake.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea418ac7-b196-4af3-9274-55aae3a429f9)
- ![A portrait of a sitar player, captured on a glass plate. The wet plate process excels at rendering deep tones and a timeless quality, making it an ideal medium for capturing the essence of fellow artists and their craft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/92153abf-50a6-407a-bf30-03f16946f92f)
- [Video: A quiet moment during a portrait session in the studio. The atmosphere is calm and focused, allowing you to settle into the pose as I prepare the camera and plate for the exposure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d28960d-bf43-4613-9a81-60e984104edf)
- ![The heart of my practice is the darkroom. Under the soft red glow of the safelight, I hand-develop each print, watching the image slowly appear. This is where the real alchemy of analog photography happens.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/624b85bd-b4a2-43eb-8253-94d8457001c3)

### [Art & Craft Workshops](https://mytribe.in/kanikestudios/art-craft-workshops)

Workshops at studio in Cooke Town, Bengaluru

Typically ₹1,200-6,000 per participant per workshop (estimate)

- ![This is the heart of our botanical ink workshop. A participant carefully paints with colors they helped create, extracted directly from flowers and natural materials. It’s a magical process of turning nature into art, one brushstroke at a time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7492ba94-5689-42ab-a55a-12aa8a612555)
- ![An example of the beautiful, atmospheric art you can create in our cyanotype workshops. This piece, a misty path through the trees, shows the rich tonal range and poetic quality of sun printing, an alternative photography process we love to teach.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/618e1fd6-79b2-4d16-ab6c-1f894df214d3)
- ![A look inside our cozy studio during a botanical ink making session. We keep our groups small and intimate, creating a friendly space where everyone can focus, learn from practicing artists, and share a laugh over lemon chai.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/453d2573-cf66-4a52-ab6b-a3044cdee145)
- ![The beauty of handmade leathercraft. This wallet, with its intricate stitching and custom-printed interior, is an example of what you can learn to create. Our workshops guide you through the entire process, from cutting the leather to the final stitch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/02a306ad-dc67-4c44-a46e-4887083f4566)
- ![The satisfying process of building a book by hand. Here, a participant measures and cuts materials for a custom journal. Our bookbinding workshops cover everything you need to know to create your own unique notebooks from scratch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf8df859-18cc-4ade-9b15-9b2636adb002)
- ![Getting hands-on with clay in our ear sculpting workshop. This close-up shows the tactile process of shaping and forming the clay, a fundamental skill in pottery and hand-building that is both meditative and rewarding.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/819f6a5a-4e64-43d5-95a2-8796079e3758)
- ![A poster for our woodcut printmaking workshop, "From Blocks to Expressions." This class takes you on a journey of carving, inking, and printing, allowing you to create bold, expressive art with your own two hands.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb98aed6-e5f5-4327-9d07-25f1f235a8ca)
- ![A glimpse into our analog sanctuary, the darkroom. This is where the magic of historical photographic processes comes to life, from developing film to making Vandyke brown prints under the soft red glow of the safelight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/624b85bd-b4a2-43eb-8253-94d8457001c3)
- ![Our community of creators taking a break during an off-site photography workshop in Kolar. We believe art is best enjoyed together, and our programs are designed to connect people who share a passion for making and exploring.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1842a2b8-1e90-4a30-825f-9baadd41882f)
- ![The ethereal beauty of a cyanotype print capturing sunbeams filtering through a forest canopy. This piece showcases the delicate and detailed results possible with this historic sun-printing technique, a favorite at our studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d409d4b6-0acc-44a3-9bc6-60661685dcc6)

### [Art Sales & Exhibitions](https://mytribe.in/kanikestudios/art-sales-exhibitions)

Available across Bengaluru; Visit studio in Cooke Town

Typically ₹500-50K per artwork/event slot (estimate)

- ![This is our 'Orma Petti' or memory box, a permanent installation at the studio. It’s an ongoing project exploring how objects hold our memories, inviting visitors to connect with the stories held within.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d205656-b58d-49df-9b57-21af4f7bdb7a)
- ![A timeless portrait of a musician with her sitar, created using the historic wet plate collodion process. This 19th-century technique gives each image a unique, soulful quality that digital photography cannot replicate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/92153abf-50a6-407a-bf30-03f16946f92f)
- ![A candid moment from one of our bustling print sales, complete with our resident cat and quality inspector, Julie. These events are the heart of our community, helping us fund new projects and make art accessible to everyone.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cad48996-0c24-452e-9502-19cefd8dacd3)
- [Video: Listen to artist Krishnamurthy P.S. share the inspiration behind his intricate ant sculptures. He transforms natural, found materials into stunning works of art, a process deeply rooted in his childhood memories of exploring the forest.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fea54180-bcaf-496c-8064-23cd9c31437b)
- ![An invitation to our art market, where you can discover affordable, handmade treasures. We believe art is a gift, a 'kāṇike', and our markets are a celebration of this, offering everything from prints and zines to sculptures.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bfd2391a-6533-4679-83d8-20d8ad6f846c)
- ![An ethereal landscape captured as a cyanotype print. This beautiful, non-toxic process uses sunlight to create striking Prussian blue images, and it's one of the core alternative photography techniques we practice and teach.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/618e1fd6-79b2-4d16-ab6c-1f894df214d3)
- ![The reveal of a custom-printed leather wallet, showcasing the fusion of traditional leatherwork and printmaking. We host workshops where you can learn to craft your own unique leather goods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e15aba8b-6a6e-485f-b544-020fb61807eb)
- ![The energy of a full house during one of our workshops. We love creating spaces where people can gather, learn, and share in the magic of creating something with their own hands.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/15c7fa76-bd28-4b3c-8884-a1a2d8874146)

### [Studio & Event Space Rental](https://mytribe.in/kanikestudios/studio-event-space-rental)

Studio space at Cooke Town, Bengaluru

Typically ₹1,200-2,500 per hour (estimate)

- ![A group of creators completely absorbed in one of our botanical ink painting workshops. We love hosting these intimate sessions where artists can gather around a table, share ideas, and learn a new skill together in a relaxed, supportive environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5d721bd6-5300-4147-acdb-6e1d5c0ee94e)
- ![Here is a look inside our dedicated darkroom, illuminated by the glow of the UV lightbox. This space is the heart of our alternative photography offerings, fully equipped for processes like cyanotype, Vandyke brown, and gum bichromate printing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/624b85bd-b4a2-43eb-8253-94d8457001c3)
- ![An artist sets up a portrait using a vintage large format camera for a wet plate collodion shoot. Our studio supports these historic and meticulous photographic processes, offering a unique space for photographers dedicated to the craft of analog image making.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/265d5662-b5bb-4fbc-8da1-79d222e167f3)
- ![An art installation transforming our studio into an immersive experience with grass-covered floors and paper-lined walls. The space is a blank canvas, perfect for artists who want to create unique, thought-provoking exhibitions and installations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3d26454-c0c0-4f22-9fa0-ea57bc001be8)
- ![Our studio is a wonderful venue for intimate neighborhood shows and acoustic music nights. We love filling the space with melodies and bringing people together for an evening of art and connection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85be4d4e-cc98-468a-9497-b84451a9b039)
- ![A wide view of our main studio area, filled with natural light from the large windows. The flexible wooden tables and open layout can be easily configured for workshops, exhibitions, photo shoots, or community gatherings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55227cd5-aa7e-4ef5-8b83-464ae49c78c8)
- ![Our resident cat, Julie, often makes an appearance during workshops to inspect the creative process. She is a beloved part of the Kānike family and embodies the warm, homely vibe of our studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3b37b6f-b3c1-49dc-b369-eefe05f769eb)
- ![An artist proudly stands next to her work during an open house event. We provide a clean, professional gallery setting with white walls and track lighting, making it an ideal space for artists to showcase their creations to an engaged audience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/791e3cd5-25b0-4d6f-a29e-54988704d151)

## Meet your expert

### My story

We started Kanike in 2019, calling it a 'gift' - just like the word means in Kannada. This studio’s got its own vibe now, full of handmade, analog messiness we love. Our logo’s got old Kannada script feels, mixing past and present. Some of the best days? Teaching cyanotype to kids in Garike village, watching them run wild with it. Orma Petti (memory box) sits here, holding bits of everyone. We’re all about stories, co-creating, and just letting things happen.

### My work

- **Creative Events & Workshops**: We host hands-on workshops like cyanotype photography, leathercraft, book-making, woodcut printmaking, and more.
- **Open to All**: No need to be a pro. Anyone curious about making things is welcome. Small groups, all materials provided.
- **Analog & Handmade Focus**: We love ink, wood, darkrooms – old-school techniques that bring a special kind of magic.
- **Community & Collaboration**: We team up with local and international artists, run residencies, and get involved in community projects.