--- title: "Art Exhibition Space in Cooke Town | Kānike Studio" description: "Host your next art exhibition or open studio at Kānike in Cooke Town. Our gallery space features raw concrete, white walls, and flexible track lighting." canonical: https://mytribe.in/kanikestudios/studio-event-space-rental/art-exhibitions-open-studios last_updated: 2025-08-21 --- # Art Exhibition and Open Studio Space Tribe Verified · Hosting artist exhibitions in Bengaluru since 2019. By [Kānike Studio](https://mytribe.in/kanikestudios) · Studio space at Cooke Town, Bengaluru · ₹1,000 Per Hour (estimate) Part of [Studio & Event Space Rental](https://mytribe.in/kanikestudios/studio-event-space-rental). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/kanikestudios/studio-event-space-rental/gallery) An intimate, light-filled gallery space in Cooke Town designed for solo shows, artist residencies, and creative community gatherings. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Artist Krishnamurthy P.S. discusses his work, which uses natural materials to create intricate sculptures. This video captures him sharing the childhood memories and inspirations behind his solo show, "Past Summers."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fea54180-bcaf-496c-8064-23cd9c31437b) - ![A poster for the artist walkthrough of the "Past Summers" solo show, featuring detailed sculptures of ants made from found natural objects.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2f319845-410d-4591-a06a-7442f8e6b3f9) - ![The official invitation to Krishnamurthy P.S.'s solo show, showcasing his unique practice of working with found objects from nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fbf61220-ddb9-4c30-97ef-b883dea2193c) - ![The "Orma Petti" or memory box, a permanent installation in our studio. This interactive piece invites people to listen to the stories connected to the objects placed inside, exploring the relationship between memory and objects.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d205656-b58d-49df-9b57-21af4f7bdb7a) - ![A visitor engages with the "Orma Petti" installation, listening to the narrated memory associated with the sculpture. Our space encourages interactive and deeply personal art experiences.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c26e9de-1853-4a23-9d42-42549cb86267) - ![A close-up of the "Directory of the Outsiders" installation, where stories are subtly printed on paper. The work invites quiet contemplation on themes of exclusion and memory.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c354697-396d-4fef-b77a-c75caed8a29b) - ![The centerpiece of the "Directory of the Outsiders" installation is a book that holds the stories of women, displayed for visitors to read and reflect upon.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/761ba5da-093e-419c-ae9e-ac4870b1c487) - ![A view into the immersive "Mindscapes" installation at our studio. The entrance text sets the stage for the powerful themes explored within the artwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4f2df4cd-888d-4eda-8a8f-df018ae7c2a7) - ![Visitors engaging with the "Mindscapes" exhibition, reading the stories and sharing a moment of reflection. We aim to host art that sparks dialogue and connection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3bc11737-5f59-4fa6-be7f-dfa01d7652b7) - ![A visitor reads the bilingual curatorial text for the "Mindscapes" exhibition, which was held across three locations in Bengaluru, including our studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d9866b74-3037-4e11-9c7f-c3d19fccfc84) - ![The studio space during the "Mindscapes" exhibition, showing how we can host both art displays and our regular creative activities simultaneously.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/834bc45c-dea7-460a-a8dc-748c1a5e93de) - ![Our first artist-in-residence, Felix Baßler, relaxing in the studio. We partner with programs like the bangaloREsidency to host international artists and support their creative explorations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0fe63935-4d6f-4a5f-ad43-bdcf58ec6b75) - ![Our studio cat Julie inspects the prints during a print sale event. These sales are a great way for the community to support local artists and help our studio grow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cad48996-0c24-452e-9502-19cefd8dacd3) - [Video: A video recap of the "Inheritance" exhibition, an international collaboration exploring shared histories between South Asia and the UK through photography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb01f7b8-afc6-42d5-8824-2875abd61fa8) - ![The poster for an Open House event, inviting the community to see the work created during a photography and cyanotype workshop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9bfca9a0-d572-4457-97bb-aa86c025181b) - ![An invitation to the "Bangalorean Times" exhibition, showcasing unique analog slitscan photography by one of our artists-in-residence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b0d42b2-c626-4cff-8e38-f75d786dae95) - ![A poster for a participatory open studio, inviting visitors to join in a collaborative drawing experience alongside a live music set.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1265afa-aa14-4c5d-b9d0-f3cbf22234f9) - ![An open house announcement showcasing works made by two artists exploring alternative photographic processes during their time at Kānike.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3d51f1f1-f4f8-4e98-af8e-a310886e834e) - ![The opening night invitation for the "Inheritance" exhibition, a collaboration with the British Council and other cultural institutions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/888f470a-f9e4-41dd-b8c5-fd7e57904de0) - ![An announcement for the "Inheritance" exhibition, highlighting the young artists involved from both Bengaluru and Glasgow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/304e2fe4-f8aa-4dd8-baae-b5d275b3f0d9) - ![Another poster for the "Inheritance" project, emphasizing the cross-cultural exploration of memory and identity through photography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3fd96c91-d925-49d6-9edb-5f4ccb3876c9) - ![An invitation to the display of prints from the first edition of the Pressure Print Exchange, an event celebrating the art of printmaking.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/757cbe3a-b5c2-46b0-a048-025af164d0c1) - ![The poster for Avnit Singh's Open Studio, where she shared a series of watercolors created as a meditative response to the post-pandemic world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/30c1b621-b436-49b2-b416-9057e0318a0f) - ![Another version of the open studio poster, inviting the public to visit over a weekend to see the artist's work and process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/986e064a-6e1d-47fc-af25-bd1bf82832e4) - ![A simple, elegant announcement for Avnit Singh's watercolor open studio at Kānike.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b6f0459b-6a94-41ef-bba5-7b237ad0987c) - ![A poster for the "nothing knew" exhibition, showcasing the work of six young photographers who trained at our studio as part of the OSCH programme.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b647594-6e24-48eb-a1e6-5ab730754940) - ![We were thrilled to host a part of the "Mindscapes" exhibition, a multi-venue project exploring mental health through art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/efa2733e-e5e1-4509-a1f0-7aad88fed3e8) - ![The poster for a residency showcase by Leo Ahlers, exploring the gendered female body in Super 8mm films of the 70s.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/11ec28c9-5011-4997-8dcf-691db1bb9067) ## About Art Exhibitions & Open Studios Our studio is designed to be felt, not just seen. With raw concrete floors, clean white walls, and flexible track lighting, the space adapts to your exhibition needs without ever feeling sterile or overly formal. It is an intimate setting where visitors stop to engage with the art and read the curatorial notes, rather than just walking through. Kānike translates to 'gift' in Kannada, and we treat our studio as exactly that. We built this space in Cooke Town to move away from the cold, intimidating feel of standard gallery cubes. We wanted a place where the process matters as much as the final piece. Whether you are planning a solo exhibition, an artist residency, or a small pop-up, the studio offers a blank, adaptable canvas. You have 1,200 sq ft of space with high ceilings and natural light, complemented by professional track lighting to highlight your work. The floor plan is fluid, allowing for standing crowds of 30-40 guests, or more intimate floor seating for workshops and poetry nights. We do not just hand over the keys. We view exhibitions as a collaboration, which is why your rental includes an on-site manager to help with logistics and entry, as well as a shout-out on our social channels to help get the word out to our community. We have hosted everything from international artist residencies to quiet, introspective book launches. If your work involves tactile, analog, or storytelling elements, you will find that the space responds well to those textures. ## About Kānike Studio Kānike means 'gift', and that is how we view our studio. We are a collective space run by artists for artists, where the atmosphere is about shared inspiration rather than corporate rentals. If you are looking for a venue that truly values creativity and community, we would love to have you. 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