Layshala Lalit Kala Foundation

Our foundation is tucked away in Shukrawar Peth at Mourya Residency. It’s house number 1388, very close to Bajirao Road here in Pune. Being in the Peth area means there’s a lot of history and culture all around us. We focus on Lalit Kala, which is the fine arts. The space isn't huge, but we make it work for whatever project we have going on. You might find some musical instruments or art supplies leaning against the walls. It’s a bit of a creative mess sometimes. We aren't a big institution; we’re just a small group of people who care about art. People from the nearby streets often come by to see what we are doing. We do some teaching and some organizing for local events. It’s not a polished gallery or anything like that. It’s a working space where things get made and discussed. Shukrawar Peth is a busy, traditional part of the city, and we like being right in the middle of it. Sometimes the neighbors hear music coming from our windows. We don't have a big corporate structure. We just decide what needs doing and then we do it. It’s a very hands-on way to run a foundation. We’ve been at this spot for a while and the community seems to like having us here. It’s a lot of work to keep things running, but seeing someone learn a new art form makes it worth it.