by Sukanya | Oct 29, 2019
Weekday Drawing and Painting Classes on Weekdays in Bangalore
Regular Drawing and Painting classes at Bloom and Grow starting from 29th October. If you have always wanted to learn how to draw and paint, then this course is for you.
You will be introduced to various techniques from basics to advanced. This is a great class for the beginners or for those who want to enhance their painting or drawing skills from current to an advanced level.
Participants will be exposed to create anything ranging from
- Landscape
- Still life
- Human figures
- Portrait
- And many more.
Participants can choose any/all mediums below to create their:
- Oil painting
- Acrylic painting
- Watercolor
- Poster colour
- Clay work on canvas board
- Glass painting
- Fabric painting
- One stroke painting
- And many more
Join in on the fun, learn something new and make your own art.
No prior experience in drawing and painting is required.
*Participants need to bring in their materials for the class.
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 10.30 am to 1.00 pm
Fee: Rs 3000 for month per person
Booking Fee: Rs 100 per person (Balance amount to be paid at venue)
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
by Sukanya | Oct 20, 2019
Watercolor floral art – Beginners’ workshop in Bangalore
Learn to paint vibrant and modern watercolor florals in loose style. Step by step guide to design, compose and paint your very own beautiful floral art piece.
You will be learning –
- Introduction to basic watercolor techniques.
- Color palette and color combinations (schemes).
- Use of different brushes and brush strokes.
- Different leaves and flowers.
- Basic compositions.
- How to use these compositions for achieving magical results on various articles.
- Final art piece
Come have fun, learn how water and colour pigment blend together, and unleash your creativity.
Materials provided –
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Brushes
- Watercolors
- Watercolor A4 paper
- References
- Palette
- Water container
- Rag
*No prior experience required
Take Away: A watercolor floral painting art piece made by you.
Date: 20th October, 2019
Day: Sunday
Time: 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Fee: Rs 1350 per person
Booking Fee: Rs 500 per person ( Balance of Rs 850 to be paid at venue)
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
by Sukanya | Oct 19, 2019
Hindustani Classical Vocal workshop in Bangalore
A practical sneak-peak into the elements of formal Hindustani Classical training for beginner-level singers.
Is Hindustani classical vocal training right for me? What does it involve?
What IS a raaga? How does one identify the raaga of a song/piece?
Would an understanding of the structure and technicalities of a Hindustani classical vocal performance help me appreciate it more?
If you have found yourself asking any of these questions, then this workshop has answers for you.
What: We will cover the above questions and more. We will start with the basic logic of the raga system, and go on to the various technicalities of Hindustani classical vocal performances. The workshop will be a balance of basic theory, demonstrations by the facilitator, and practice by the participants.
By Whom: Ranitendranath Tagore, aka Ranit, is a vocal artist proficient in various genres ranging from Hindustani Classical to popular cinematic music. His interest goes beyond the boundaries of language – he has performed in Bengali, Hindi, English, Marathi, and Tamil. In his earlier years, he has trained intensively under the tutelage of Sri Rama pada Nandi who was a disciple of many illustrious teachers including Sri Krishna Chandra Dey, who was himself mentor to artists like S D Burman and Manna Dey.
Ranit has performed solo on television and continues to perform formally and informally at invited events. He conducts music classes and workshops for singing enthusiasts looking to improve, explore different genres or just have a good time singing.
When: The class will be held every Saturday (2 pm to 3 pm)
Dates: 19th Oct to 19th Nov, 2019
Fee: Rs 400 per class per person
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
by shailaja | Oct 6, 2019
Gild A Name Plate – Beginners workshop in Gilding
Gilding is the technique of Gold Leaf Decoupage where metal leaf sheets are decoupage onto a surface using an adhesive for gilding.
Make a name board for your home with the technique of gilding.
Participants will make an MDF name board(without frame) of size 15 x 6 inches approx, using gilding techniques.
Materials will be provided at the venue
Take Home: A gilded nameboard(without frame) of size 15 x 6 inches approx
No prior art experience is needed
Fee: 1500 (including materials for gilding)
Booking fee: Rs 500 (Balance of Rs 1000 can be paid at the venue)
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
by bloomandgrow | Oct 6, 2019
Natural dyeing and block printing – Beginners’ workshop in Bangalore
Nature is full of colours, colours so beautiful and captivating that men from early times have tried to capture its ephemeral beauty to decorate themselves and their homes as colour seem to speak the very language of the soul.
Art of traditional block printing on to cotton cloth is thought to have existed in India for over 4500 years. Evidence of the Indian craftsman’s unsurpassed skill with printed and dyed cotton cloth appears through out the history. They used complex techniques to achieve desired patterns, and they changed from place to place depending on the weather conditions and materials available. Each pattern, motif meant something and spoke of their identity.
The workshop will introduce you to the basics of hand block printing and dyeing using natural materials available around you. It will cover the following :
– Understanding natural dyes and its properties
– Understanding block printing practices in India
– Identifying locally available materials
– Preparing the fabric for dyeing and mordanting
– Practice dyeing using two local materials
– How to extract colours and how to use them as dye and colour paste
– Techniques of block printing, practice printing and printing on scarf to take home
– Post treatment of fabric
You will be introduced to the locally available ingredients that can be used for dyeing at the workshop. We will be making samples using two ingredients Manjistha and Katachu. Also you will get to carry Annatto seeds and Palash flowers to try at home.
Artist: Prajna Rajanna of MOTIFS OF THE EARTH
http://www.instagram.com/motifsoftheearth
Take Away: You will take home printed scarf and dyed fabric samples along with a ready to start beginner kit.
All materials will be provided at the Venue.
Timing: 2.30 pm to 6.00 pm
Booking Fee: Rs 500 (Balance of Rs 3000 can be paid at venue)
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
by bloomandgrow | Oct 2, 2019
Bread Baking workshop for Beginners in Bangalore
“Life is better with fresh baked bread! Good things come to those who bake?. Baking is a good way to rejuvenate & make new friends. The output makes the craziness worthwhile.
Learning to make home-made bread is a trend on the rise in Bangalore. More and more of us want to bake our own bread and be aware of the ingredients going inside. If you have been waiting for a bread baking class, join us at our studio in Koramangala.
We would be covering the following 3-types of bread/rolls in the workshop :-
1. Whole wheat bread
2. Stuffed buns
3. Nutella Rolls
Please get a container to carry back your bakes
Day- Wednesday
Date- 2nd October 2019
Time- 10:30 am to 2:00 pm
Fee- Rs 1500 per person (Including materials)
Booking fee- Rs 500 per person (Balance amount of Rs 1000 to be paid at the venue)
Venue- Bloom and Grow, Koramangala.
About Bloom and Grow:
Bloom & Grow facilitates artist-led art & craft workshops in studios and also, conducts art based corporate workshops across India.
by Sukanya | Sep 21, 2019
Knife Painting workshop for Beginners in Bangalore
Learn knife painting technique and convert the canvas into a painting of your choice from the patterns chosen above. The use of different types of palette knives, the varied effects they give to your artwork and the different types of artworks and objects you can create using these knives is what you will learn in this 3 hour workshop.
What can you create after attending the workshop?
Different Acrylic colour combinations, patterns and theme based artwork(Eg Diwali season greetings) is what you can create after attending this workshop.
You can choose to learn one particular artwork from the 3 designs above to add colour to your walls.
Artist: Shruti Sood – An avid art lover and artist by profession, be it in any form, have been painting for a decade now, have taken art workshops from basic to advanced levels. Also participated in art exhibitions and currently sell my artworks. She primarily love to use oil and acrylic paints and create artworks.
Take Away: Your own circular canvas (sized 12 inches diameter) converted into a Floral Unique Knife Painted Piece of artwork to adorn your walls.
Date: 21st September, 2019
Day: Saturday
Time: 3 pm to 6 pm
Fees: Rs 1500(Inclusive of materials)
Booking fee: Rs 500( Balance of Rs 1000 can be paid at the venue)
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
by pooja kachroo | Sep 21, 2019
Decoupage Bottle Art – Beginner workshop in Bangalore
Adoring bottle art for some time now? Thought you can’t paint like this. What if we tell you it is not painted and you don’t need any prior experience in art/craft to create one such “artifact” on your own.
Decoupage is the art of decorating an object by gluing tissues onto it in combination with special paint effects and other decorative elements. You would learn fundamentals of decoupage and the easy crackle effect. Decoupage with napkins and printed paper would not just be easy and simple but fun as well.
A simple and effective means to recycle empty bottles is to decoupage them. In this session, you will learn all the tricks to transform glass bottles into easy and inexpensive home decor. These can be used as vases or simply as home decor accents.
Take away – an eclectic home decor display to add vibrancy to your room or your living. An ideal gift that you can make, gift and surprise ever.
Time – 10.30 AM to 1.30 PM
Fee – Rs 1500 per participant (includes all material costs)
Booking fee – Rs. 500 per person(Balance of amount of Rs 1000 need to be paid at the Venue)
Venue – Bloom and Grow, Koramangala.
by Sukanya | Sep 8, 2019
Decoupage with Wood burning- Beginners workshop in Bangalore
Take your handmade projects to the next level in this unique workshop which combines decoupage with wood roasting & burning to create a vintage aged wood plaque.
This class loaded with techniques is a perfect session for novice & experienced crafters alike. You will receive start-to-finish instructions & technique tips to:
- Use a blow torch
- Prepare the base (a wood plaque) by roasting the surface
- Brush & sand the roasted surface to make the wood grains prominent
- Tear the selected decoupage pattern
- Glue the tissue with minimal wrinkles & creases
- Blend the tissue into the wood pattern with multi color dry brushing
- Add texture with splatters
- Varnish to seal and protect the project
Artist – Tanvi Shah
Date – 8th September 2019
Time – 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Booking Fee – Rs. 500 (Balance of Rs.1800 to be paid at venue)
Venue – Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
by shailaja | Sep 8, 2019
Decoupage a Birdhouse – Beginners workshop in Bangalore
This is a fun hands-on workshop to explore the popular art of decoupage. The 3 hours session is packed with techniques. You begin by selecting your napkin design & learn to:
· Prepare the MDF base
· Cut/tear the decoupage patterns and build on the layout
· Produce effects by blending 2-3 coordinating colors
· Create additional texture & layers by dry brushing
· Use texture paste to create a dimensional roof
· Apply the tissue to minimize tears & creases
· Finish the edges by sanding for the flawless finish
· Varnish to seal and protect the project
You will get start-to-finish instructions, a clear understanding of the materials used & handy tips that will enable you to create other objects, making this an interesting session for all interested in decoupage.
Artist- Tanvi Shah
Day- Sunday
Date- 8th Sep 2019
Time- 2.00 pm to 4.30 pm
Fee- Rs 1900 per person (Including materials)
Booking fee- Rs 500 per person (Balance amount of Rs 1400 to be paid at the venue)
Venue- Bloom and Grow, Koramangala.
About Bloom and Grow:
Bloom & Grow facilitates artist-led art & craft workshops in studios and also, conducts art based corporate workshops across India.
by shailaja | Sep 8, 2019
Faux Marble Effect Tray – Beginners workshop in Bangalore
This is a fun hands-on workshop to explore a unique specialty finish – faux marble effect. The 3 hours session is packed with techniques.
You begin by selecting your color palette
Extend the drying time of paints
Prepare the base coat with 3-4 colors
Use specialty marble effect paints
Add details with color splatters
Resin basics for a super glossy glass like finish
You will get start-to-finish instructions, a clear understanding of the materials used & handy tips that will enable you to create other objects, making this an interesting session for all interested DIY enthusiasts.
Using this technique mimic the look of marble on dull & boring objects such as boxes, trays, table tops, benches, walls & more.
Take away: Resin needs to cure overnight, hence you will not be carrying it back on the same day. can be collected anytime later.
Time: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
Fee: Rs 2100(Includes all materials)
Booking fee: Rs 500 (Balance of Rs 1600 to be paid at venue)
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
ABOUT BLOOM AND GROW:
by Sukanya | Aug 31, 2019
Workshop on “Chocolate Modaks”
On the auspicious occasion of Lord Ganesha’s Birthday lets binge on his favourite offering ‘Modaks’ with some unique twist, flavours & fillings !!
Lets Welcome Ganeshji with –
•Variations to make more chocolate modaks.
•All material & recipe booklet included.
•Chocolate packing & wrapping techniques covered.
Take Away: All chocolates made by you in workshop.
Time: 10.30 am to 1.30 pm
Fee: Rs 1500 per person(Inclusive of all materials)
Booking Fee: Rs 500 (Balance of Rs 1000 to be paid at venue)
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
ABOUT BLOOM AND GROW:
Bloom & Grow facilitates artist-led art & craft workshops in studios and also, conducts art based corporate workshops across India.
by bloomandgrow | Aug 25, 2019
Perfumery – Beginner workshop in Bangalore
NIRO Perfume Studio creates a unique experience like no other. We take you on an olfactory journey where you get a sneak peek into the intimate mystic world of perfumes. You would experience the sublime language of fragrances and its effect on emotions and memories. We bring an opportunity to understand and appreciate a vital sense called “Smell”.
This experience will initiate you on a journey of developing an understanding of what goes into making a perfume. You get a chance to blend your own perfume from basics using your fragrance memories and understanding your own fragrance personality.
1. Knowing, understanding and appreciating vital sense organ
2. Understand your fragrance personality
3. Explore the sublime language of fragrances
5. Understanding and appreciating art of perfumery
6. Framework for creating a fine perfume
7. Building a relationship with fragrance raw materials used in commercial perfumery
8. Creating your signature bottle of perfume
Participants will take home a 100ml bottle of the perfume created by themselves during the workshop.
You will be provided with all the necessary items, apron & workbook.
**No prior knowledge of perfumery or chemistry required. You don’t have to be passionate about fragrances but you certainly have to be curious about it.**
***We advise you to not wear any perfume on the day of the experience.***
Age limit: 15+
Date- 25th August 2019
Day- Sunday
Fee- Rs 4000 per person (Includes materials and taxes)
Booking fee- Rs 500 per person(Balance amount of Rs 3500 to be paid at the venue)
Venue- Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
by pooja kachroo | Aug 10, 2019
Macramé Beginner workshop – Make a Pot holder
Bloom and Grow is hosting a macrame pot holder workshop on Saturday, August 10th. Macrame pot holders are
perfect and beautiful way to have plants adorn our space. Macramé is a form of textile produced using knotting (rather than weaving or knitting) techniques.
Macramé can be done with cotton twine, linen, hemp, jute, leather, yarn, wool or even ripped t-shirts, essentially any kind of cord!
Starting with basics, you will craft an original piece using brown jute ropes or white thread.
Artist/ Instructor: Priya Shankar
Date: 10th August, 2019
Day: Saturday
Fee: Rs 1200 (Includes all material)
Booking fee: Rs 500 (Balance amount of Rs 700 to be paid at venue)
Venue: Bloom & Grow, Koramangala
About Bloom and Grow:
Bloom & Grow facilitates artist-led art & craft workshops in studios and also, conducts art based corporate workshops across India.
by Sukanya | Aug 3, 2019
Ink and washes watercolor workshop for Beginners in Bangalore
Do you wanna try something fun, unique and exciting on the weekend? Come hang out with us at our Ink and Washes Workshop, where we make painting easy and fun for everyone. The best part is you do not need any prior painting or drawing experience
We will guide you step-by-step to create an amazing landscape painting.
In this workshop you will learn:
1. Basic watercolor techniques
2. Different types of pen strokes.
3. Basic composition techniques
4. Creation of beautiful frame-able art and illustrations on cards.
List of Materials that will be provided for a workshop:
- A5 sheets
- Watercolor Set
- Brushes/ Pens
- Pallet
Ideal for beginners and anyone of 14+ age who love to create and are curious to learn new things.
(Materials provided only for use during the workshop)
Take Away: You take home a hand-painted art piece that you can frame or give as a gift.
About the artist:
https://instagram.com/productivitytheory?igshid=ij82ovj5w2b9
Hemali works as a designer. She creates and teaches art in her free time. She has been passionate about art since she was a kid. She has been conducting various art exhibitions and workshops for 2 years.
Date: 3rd August 2019
Day: Saturday
Time: 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Fees: Rs 1200 (Inclusive of all materials)
Booking Fee: Rs 500 (Balance of Rs 700 to be paid at venue)
Venue: Bloom and Grow, Koramangala
About Bloom and Grow:
Bloom & Grow facilitates artist-led art & craft workshops in studios and also, conducts art based corporate workshops across India.
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