In today’s dopamine-saturated, technology-driven world, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of daily stress and gadgets and forget the simple joys of structureless, tactile activities that remind us of our childhoods.

Expressing your creativity, especially through arts and crafts has proven to be a great tool to practice mindfulness, and can offer profound healing benefits for the mind, body, and soul. This could be anything from painting, knitting, sculpting, or simply doodling, engaging in creative activities is more important to our lifestyle than most people give it credit for.

If you've been looking to try your hand at something artistic or spend time dabbling in crafts, there are many incredible partners that host immersive workshops that we recommend.

Artwala House, Mumbai

Based out of Mumbai, Artwala House is a community that promotes conversation, collaboration and learning about art by providing workshops, equipment, resources and materials. They explore multiple mediums like Cyanotype Printing Workshops, Zine Making Evenings and Legoblock Printing Workshops and also make for a safe space to foster community.

Coming up: A Cyanotype Printing Workshop at a Studio in Khar on March 22nd.

Date with Mitti, Mumbai

Kosha is an expert ceramist who specialises in small-batch handbuilt ceramic items & also offers intimate, immersive pottery workshops in the city at Mitti Space, her studio. Get lost in the hum of the pottery wheel in beginner-friendly sessions that can be booked privately. You can also ask for a space set up just for you, a cheese plate and even a bottle of wine for a truly memorable experience at the cosy studio in Khar.

You can book an afternoon or evening at her studio with Urbanaut.

The Drawing Room, Mumbai

Based out of Ministry of New in Fort, Drawing Room is an IRL studio experience that invites artists of all levels to learn, practice or enhance their drawing skills in the presence of a professional live model in the beautiful, perfectly lit and spacious Library section of this vibrant co-working space.

You can join the next session of The Drawing Room by booking a spot here.

Fired Up, Bengaluru

Fired Up is India's first hub for fused glass artistry and make-your-own fused glass studio. Run by Vinita Ranade, their glass-fusing workshops are a must-do! They help with everything from picking the right type of glass, firing it up and delivering it home. They also host hands-on workshops exploring embroidery, macrame, mandala painting and a variety of other mediums.

You can join the next experience hosted by Fired Up with Urbanaut.

Trayah Pottery, Bengaluru

Trayah Pottery is a team of 3 women who believe clay is a magical medium. Apart from selling an array of products mainly focusing on tableware, they also host fun workshops exploring the pottery wheel and hand building, cause they believe a lot more can happen over pottery.

You can join the next workshop with Trayah Pottery with Urbanaut.

Rejuvenating Wheel Pottery Session with Claybotik, Jaipur

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city in this 1.5-hour wheel pottery workshop with Claybotik for a relaxing afternoon.

Learn about clay and throwing, using an electric wheel, the drying process and you get to take home your work of art to keep as a unique souvenir from Jaipur. Head here to know more.

Art as play encourages you to be present in the moment, discover self-expression & embrace imperfections like nothing else. These workshops are also perfect opportunities to spend quality time with a special someone, meet new people in a new place or find your next hobby.

For more curated recommendations, start exploring here.

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