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# Immersive Art Retreats near Bangalore

Tribe Verified · Guided art retreats near Savandurga

By [Madhuri Umashankar](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama) · Workshops at Bangalore Creative Circus and locations across Bengaluru · ₹850 per person (estimate)

Part of [Art Workshops & Wellness Retreats](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/gallery)

Step away from the city noise and join me for a day of collective art-making, nature walks, and creative play. No art experience is needed, just bring your curiosity.

## Photos and videos

- [Video: This is your invitation to leave the city noise behind. Join us for a day retreat at Swa Vana, Savandurga, where we will paint, play, and connect amidst the beauty of a permaculture farm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d036eb4e-4689-452b-8b78-5bccb90b2057)
- ![Here’s what you can expect at one of our day retreats. We fill the day with expressive arts, improv games, collective mural painting, nature walks, and wholesome organic food. It’s a full day of creative fuel for your mind and body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a2bddfa-e4a2-40f1-913c-ffd29e3e6c9a)
- [Video: From a small sample painting to a full-scale mural, watch our participants bring art to life together. This is proof that with a bit of guidance, anyone can be an artist and contribute to something beautiful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd4f2a8b-7b51-473c-9607-e3d8cc43a39b)
- [Video: A sneak peek into the unique explorations at our Forest Art'beat Retreat. We find music in everything around us, connect with nature through our senses, and build a community grounded in creativity and mindfulness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/142490f5-2bed-42a2-8602-cd09832e9c9c)
- ![An invitation to our Art'beat Day Retreat at Swa Vana, a magical permaculture farm nestled in the lap of Savandurga. This is more than a day out; it’s an opportunity to co-create magic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a372bbb2-7f8b-40fe-9d82-59cb3bf2b184)
- [Video: Just flowing with the rhythm of nature. This was a moment of pure presence at a retreat I hosted, a beautiful end to the year. These retreats are about finding that flow state, surrounded by nature and wonderful people.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd28abcf-a4d3-4a79-b998-8793488c1ea6)

## About Escape & Create: Immersive Retreats

These retreats are designed as a complete reset, taking you out of the city and into the lap of nature at locations like Swa Vana. We do not just paint. We use collective mural work, improv games, and nature trails to help you shake off daily conditioning and simply play.

Most of us spend our days stuck in routines that stifle our natural creativity. My retreats are a deliberate break from that. Whether it is a full-day experience at a permaculture farm like Swa Vana or a weekend getaway, the focus is on reconnecting with your senses. 

We start by leaving the city noise behind. When you arrive, there is no pressure to create a masterpiece. Instead, we dive into collective mural painting, where we contribute to a single, larger-than-life artwork. You will find yourself playing improv games in the woods or painting with natural pigments, activities that force you to stop overthinking and start doing.

I provide all the art materials, from sustainable paints to canvas, and we always ensure the day includes nourishing, organic meals. The goal is to create a safe space for expression, where you can connect with nature, meet fellow explorers, and leave with a clearer head. Whether you are a total beginner who has never held a brush or someone looking for a fresh spark of inspiration, you are welcome here. It is about the process, not the outcome. Let us get our hands muddy and rediscover the joy of making something, together.

## About Madhuri Umashankar

I'm Madhuri. I believe art should be something you touch and play with, not just watch from a distance. My retreats are spaces where we drop the 'do not touch' rules, get our hands dirty, and rediscover the joy of creating together without worrying about perfection.

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- [Painting with a Twist: Coffee & Wine Art](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/painting-with-a-twist-coffee-wine-art)
- [The Joy of Collective Creation: Group Murals & Projects](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/the-joy-of-collective-creation-group-murals-projects)
- [Playful Pours: Fluid & Abstract Art](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/playful-pours-fluid-abstract-art)
- [Art from the Earth: Clay, Soil & Nature](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/art-from-the-earth-clay-soil-nature)
- [Sustainable Creations: Upcycled Art Workshops](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/sustainable-creations-upcycled-art-workshops)
- [Community & Connection in the City](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/community-connection-in-the-city)
- [Additional Work](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/art-workshops-wellness-retreats/additional-work)

## More services by Madhuri Umashankar

- [Custom Art Commissions](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/custom-art-commissions)
- [Custom Art Installations & Murals](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/custom-art-installations-murals)

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## Guides

- [Art and craft workshops](https://mytribe.in/guides/art-and-craft-workshops-in-bengaluru): Pottery, painting and sip and paint: what a seat costs, a craft at a child's party or the office, and when your piece comes home. ₹1,650 to ₹2,250 a seat at most studios.

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