Open Call For Artists!
ARTIST RESIDENCY 2022
13-22 November 2022, Panchgani.

with your inner-self, with ART, with fellow artists & with nature.

with like-minded individuals, share ideas and create a masterpiece together.

with passion, inspiration and complete freedom, as you explore new ART.
Join us for the 10 days certified residency program for artists at Avabodha, Panchgani from 13-22 November 2022.
Take this unique journey with us as you embrace soulful experiences while becoming fully aware of your inner-self and your surroundings through art therapy and meditation. Our sessions will help you find inner balance and a sense of joy and fulfilment. The program will help you enhance your skill sets and expand your knowledge while learning new art techniques from expert professionals through workshops and activities curated for you. Feel free and awoken as you leave the world behind and dive into a journey with your art! Enjoy bonfire nights and movie nights as you make friends for life, while also cherishing a peaceful space as you indulge in plenty of me-time! Our beautiful home, Avabodha, is the quintessential space for you to soak in positivity and release all your creative energy amidst the most mesmerising landscape! It's time to awaken your inner artist amidst the serene mountains of Panchgani, at Avabodha, a villa that faces beautiful Krishna River! And the best part about it, is that our Art Studio has the best view! At CEVA we will make sure that just like all our alumni, you too will have a big smile upon your face!

WORKSHOPS & ACTIVITIES

ART THERAPY SESSION
GEODE RESIN ART WORKSHOP
LIPPAN WORKSHOP
FLUID ART WORKSHOP
DOT ART MANDALA WORKSHOP
ACRYLIC PAINTING TECHNIQUES
COLLABORATIVE ART
MOODBOARD MAKING
HOW TO PROTECT & SELL YOUR ART
MEDITATION SESSIONS
EVOLUTION OF ART
ART MOVIE NIGHTS
FUN GROUP ACTIVITIES
BONFIRE NIGHT


meet the faculty

Founder & CEO, CEVA Education.
PRACHI CHAPHEKAR
Connect with your inner-self and explore your inner artist with Prachi as she facilitates Art Therapy, Collaborative Art Techniques, Meditation Sessions, Mood Board Making and teaches you Fluid Art Techniques.
Connect with your art and explore new techniques as Kshama teaches you amazing art forms like Lippan, Geode Resin Art, Dot Art Mandala, Arcylic Painting Techniques and how to protect your art.

KSHAMA THAKKAR
Founder, ARTH by Kshama.

the residency - avabodha
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the experience
at a unique destination
amidst nature in India
from our community of professional change-makers



selected carefully from over
500+ applicants


that nurtures inner growth, passion & happiness
conducted in a transformational manner to acquire knowledge

program details
Domestic Participants
inclusions
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Accommodation at Avabodha for 9 nights on Double Occupancy / Twin Sharing.
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Home Cooked Vegetarian Meals - (Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner).
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Workshops and Activities.
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Experiences like Bonfire and Movie Nights.
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Limited ART Material Provided to each participant.
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WIFI Access.
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24/7 Tea and Coffee Access.

exclusions
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Travel to and from the venue.
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Any extra/specific art material required by participants.
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Laundry Service.
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Local Transport.
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Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
International Participants

inclusions
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Accommodation at a hotel in Mumbai for 2/4 nights as per your arrival and departure.
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Airport Pick Up and Drop.
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Travel assistance as required.
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Accommodation at Avabodha for 9 nights on Double Occupancy / Twin Sharing.
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Vegetarian Home Cooked Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner)
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Workshop and Faculty Charges.
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Limited Material Provided to each participant.
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24/7 Tea and Coffee Access.
exclusions
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Airline Tickets to and fro Mumbai, India.
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Meals in Mumbai.
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Tour Guide in Mumbai.
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Any extra/specific art material required by participants.
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Laundry Service (Available on additional charges).
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Local Transport & Tour Guide.
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Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

other information
(For Domestic & International Participants)
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Age Restriction: All Participants must be 21 years above.
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Participants can carry their own art material if they like. All Art Material for the workshops conducted by our faculty will be provided by us. For all other free time during your stay, the participant can use their own art material or purchase it at an additional cost from our limited options available.
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All participants will be allowed to take back home their artworks except the collaborative art piece.
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No outside food is permitted within the residency premises. If anyone wants to carry food from outside, prior permission must be taken.
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No Smoking inside the house.
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If participants have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, special requests can be made which we will try our best to accommodate but cannot promise.
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Avabodha is NOT a hotel and even though we would try to make your stay as comfortable as we can, we expect you to respect the environment and help keep it clean, neat, and eco-friendly at all times.
submissions now open!
FEES:
FOR DOMESTIC PARTICIPANTS: INR 60,000 per participant.
Early Bird Discounted Fee: INR 55,000 per participant. (Offer valid till 15th October midnight).
FOR INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANTS: 1,500 DOLLARS per participant.
Early Bird Discounted Fee: 1,400 dollars per participant. (Offer valid till 15th October midnight).
HOW TO APPLY:
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
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Fill up the Application Form. Submit your details in the form along with 3-5 images of your artwork.
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If you've been selected, you will receive a confirmation email from us with the payment details.
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To complete the process you will be required to make 50% advance payment within 48 hours.

our partners



social impact
As a part of the residency the collaborative artwork to CEVA which will be exhibited and sold online, and in community events to raise funds for the Talent Hunt which will further provide free workshops in rural sectors. Note that all other artwork created by the students belongs to the students and can be taken back home after the residency.
The culture at CEVA prides to be a Gratitude Brand!
enquiries
For more details email us at connect@cevaeducation.com or call us at +91 90824 89024.