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29/08/2026

A Space That Allows Creativity to Breathe!
At the end of their week-long acting workshop House on the ridge, actor Adil Hussain and filmmaker Gauri Shinde reflected on how deeply a space can influence the creative process.
Their words resonated strongly with the India Foundation for Creativity’s ongoing enquiry into Neuroaesthetics as in how our surroundings influence the way we feel, perceive, connect and create.
Adil spoke about “expansion within”, how creativity flows when the body and mind are relaxed, open and able to breathe. Gauri reflected on how the landscape, light, textures, colours and openness of the space became an integral part of their creative experience.
Their experience beautifully reaffirmed our belief that space is not merely a backdrop to creativity; it can be an active participant in it.
We are grateful to Adil and Gauri for bringing their energy and creativity to House on the Ridge, and for articulating so beautifully what we continue to explore through our work at IndiaFoundationforCreativity
A space that allows us to breathe may also be a space that allows creativity to breathe!

Eight Days of Acting, Creativity & DiscoveryIndia Foundation for Creativity had the joy of hosting an eight-day intensiv...
27/08/2026

Eight Days of Acting, Creativity & Discovery
India Foundation for Creativity had the joy of hosting an eight-day intensive acting workshop with Adil Hussain at the House on the Ridge, bringing together seven wonderfully creative participants for an immersive experience.
The workshop came together through our dear filmmaker Gauri Shinde, who introduced us to Adil. He was more than happy to spend these eight days at the House on the Ridge, where the rigorous acting workshop unfolded through learning, exploration, conversations and performance.
What made the experience particularly special was the relationship between the workshop and the space itself. The participants felt that the architecture, the quietness, the landscape and the atmosphere played an important role in their creative process. The House on the Ridge became more than a venue …..it became an active part of the experience!
For us at India Foundation for Creativity, it was wonderful to see the house come alive with seven curious minds, intense work, laughter, exchange and discovery.
The House on the Ridge was conceived as a place for self-discovery, creative inspiration and meaningful gatherings, and this workshop was a beautiful expression of that idea. We hope to see the space being used for many more such creative journeys — workshops, retreats, residencies, conversations and collaborations across different disciplines.
If you are looking for a space for a creative retreat or workshop, or have an idea you would like to explore in collaboration with India Foundation for Creativity, we would love to hear from you.
Here’s to many more people bringing their creativity to the House on the ridge

Adil Hussain
bambi / shreya
Nathalia
R Badree

17/08/2026

Some glimpses of the sharing from Glimmers 😍 The house on the ridge where the foundation hosts its creative get aways is truly special space!

Countdown to Atelier 2026!! Two days to go!!Watch this space for more 👍
17/08/2026

Countdown to Atelier 2026!! Two days to go!!
Watch this space for more 👍

08/06/2026

The Art of Seeing | Museums for Life
What a wonderful beginning for the India Foundation for Creativity’s initiative, The Art of Looking | Museums for Life.
Our first event brought together a curious and engaged audience at the Mona Lisa Kalagram Gallery for an inspiring morning with artist Chandrakant Hayal. Through a deeply personal and engaging talk, Chandrakant shared his journey from his student days to his present artistic practice, and spoke passionately about his remarkable work in the conservation of turtles—an effort that profoundly informs and enriches his art.
The session offered a unique glimpse into the intersection of art, nature, and environmental stewardship. Participants were also treated to a live watercolor demonstration, witnessing firsthand the sensitivity, spontaneity, and skill that characterize his work.
We were delighted to welcome nearly 30 participants who joined us to listen, learn, observe, and engage in meaningful conversation. The enthusiastic response reaffirmed our belief that people are eager for opportunities to connect more deeply with art, artists, and the stories behind creative practice.
This is just the beginning.
Stay tuned as The Art of Seeing | Museums for Life continues to create experiences that encourage curiosity, cultivate observation, and foster a lifelong engagement with art, culture, and museums.
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India Foundation for Creativity and Monalisa Kalagramis pleased to invite youTo join artist Chandrakant Halyal for a spe...
04/06/2026

India Foundation for Creativity and Monalisa Kalagram
is pleased to invite you
To join artist Chandrakant Halyal for a special conversation exploring the ideas, observations, and conservation journey behind Still Moving, followed by a live demonstration by the artist.

Sunday, 7 June 2026
10:00 am

Art Gallery, Monalisa Kalagram
Koregaon Park, Pune

https://maps.app.goo.gl/JAQav6LM8BxsSHb48?g_st=ic

We look forward to welcoming you for a morning of art, conversation, and reflection.

The Art of Looking:
Museums for Life
An initiative of *India Foundation for Creativity*

Open Call for International Artists – 2026Residency in India at House on the Ridge, Pune.Workshop Duration: 2 weeks (Sep...
05/05/2026

Open Call for International Artists – 2026
Residency in India at House on the Ridge, Pune.
Workshop Duration: 2 weeks (September 7 - September 18, 2026)
Application Deadline: July 7, 2026

India Foundation for Creativity invites you for a unique opportunity to disconnect and create in the vast silence of nature at the

If you are a professional artist, resing out of India - visual, writer, musician, performer, architect or interdisciplinary - looking for time, space and silence to focus on your work, this residency is for you!

This residency is designed for only 10 artists, who want to slow down, focus, and reconnect with their practice in a raw and honest environment, draw inspiration from the rich culture, nature, and history of India.

ℹ️Link in bio for more details

30/04/2026

_OMAA — O Maa (honouring the woman within)
Founded in March 2017 by Sonal Sancheti, OMAA was born from a simple belief: learning never stops. It is a space to connect women—especially from my housing complex in Mumbai-students, homemakers, entrepreneurs, professionals, and creative seekers—with inspiring voices across arts, literature, architecture, nature, culture, design, innovation, and spirituality.
Through intimate workshops, talks, panel discussions, and heartfelt conversations, OMAA brings together those who are first committed to evolving themselves—and in doing so, inspire change in their communities and cities.
Every month, we would gather to exchange ideas, challenge perspectives, and spark new ways of thinking. From mindfulness and graphology to belly dancing, trekking, life coaching, and architecture—our sessions are diverse, dynamic, and deeply engaging.
OMAA is about thoughtful dialogue, creative energy, and collective growth.
And now, the vision expands—to see these conversations grow within neighbourhoods, led by passionate individuals, creating ripples of inspiration everywhere.
If you believe in the power of ideas, community, and continuous learning—
this is your space!
DM to collaborate!

WomenSupportingWomen

28/04/2026

My 2020 resolution was to do story telling sessions every Sunday in our neighbourhood park in Kalina for kids who crowd this park from nearby chawls n slums. It was a fulfilling experience and to see all the curious eyes and smiles made me go back every Sunday. Most of the kids go to the local English medium school and hence the conversations helped them.
Really hoping to revive these in all neighbourhood parks!

Note from Michelle Boyle, Artist in Residency, “Does a space affect the art you produce ?’I think this comes down to th...
28/03/2026

Note from Michelle Boyle, Artist in Residency,

“Does a space affect the art you produce ?’
I think this comes down to the intent or desperation of the artist to create..
If you NEED to make art , you will make it anywhere.
At a kitchen table, in a garden shed or a prison cell. I worked as an artist in residence in a prison and saw the most exquisite watercolours by a long term inmate made in a 10 ft sq cell without a window.
So in truth, art can be made anywhere and with anything, scratched with fingernails onto a cave wall.
But, when the space is generous, immersed in nature and the elements , the mind closes down and the heart is caught ‘off guard and blown open’ ( Seamus Heaney - ‘Postscript’)
And it is a gift to the artist to experience this wildness of nature and to carry the memory of it into their future work
The house is such a place, high on a ridge, in a place of outstanding natural beauty with every
window drawing the eye to the outside and to the meander of Lake Khadakwasla
My studio in Ireland is in a rural area beside Lough Ramor in Cavan where I swim year round and work on the intersection of art / science and water activism. I contribute to shared experiences of the human nature relationship with The Living Water Museum & ISSER Pune . I became interested
in Khadakwasla Lake as a life supporting presence in the landscape, like my Lough Ramor.”
_Michelle

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