Lamakaan

# Digital Koi Pond Art Workshop

Turn your iPad into a canvas and discover the joy of digital art! This workshop is specially designed for iPad users who want to make their screen time more creative, productive, and fun. Whether you're a beginner or simply looking to learn something new, this session will guide you through creating a beautiful Digital Koi Pond artwork from scratch.

Apps Used
• Sketchbook
• Procreate (if available)

Materials Required
• iPad
• Stylus (Apple Pencil or any compatible pen)

What You'll Learn
• Basics of digital painting
• Understanding and using digital brushes
• Working with layers
• Creating a complete Koi Pond artwork step by step

Workshop Fee
• Early Bird: ₹899
• On-the-Spot Registration: ₹1,050
• Come with a Buddy: ₹1,299 (for two)

What's Included
• Complimentary drinks

Come enjoy a relaxing and creative experience while learning how to use your iPad productively!

Date: 8 Aug
Time: 11:00 AM onwards
Contact: 9177300699

Hyderabad Bookworms' Movie of the Month meetup. Meet your fellow bookworms, as we enjoy a movie adapted from a book or a play, share thoughts, compare with source material, and discuss its cultural relevance. This event is organised once a month, movie is chosen based on poll on our discord server. (dm for the link to the server!) movies can be in any language, as long as supplied with subtitles, preferably under two hours, so that there is enough time for some sweet discussion! instagram: @hyderabadbookworms This month we will be screening Atonement

Dilli Mavayya is a hilarious comedy about Sreenu and Sampada, a young couple struggling financially after their love marriage. When Sreenu’s uncle from Delhi suddenly decides to visit, Sreenu lies that he has a big software job, a luxurious flat, and a perfect life. To keep the lie alive, the couple gets trapped in a series of crazy, funny, and chaotic situations. What happens next is a rollercoaster of hilarious twists and turns!

Read A Kitaab is an unbiased community of Readers, Booklovers, writers and artists. We strive to provide the community an ecosystem with an online library, book discussions, author meet, book of the month, monthly meets, newsletters & much more...

We love kids for who we have a kids book club. Read A Kitaab is a calm & comfort space to be yourself, to discuss books and life with no bars on age/gender/ethnicity/political views etc.

The Feelings Project

This Week’s Emotion: Fear

What if fear isn’t your enemy? What if it’s trying to protect you?

Fear shapes more of our lives than we realize. It influences the opportunities we avoid, the conversations we postpone, the relationships we hold back from, and the dreams we quietly put aside. Yet, most of us have never been taught how to truly understand it.

The Feelings Project is a unique 90-minute guided experience where we explore one emotion at a time through mindful reflection, creative expression, and gentle self-discovery.

This week’s emotion is Fear.

Through thoughtfully designed questions, mindfulness practices, and art-based activities, you’ll gently uncover where your fear comes from, how it shows up in your life, what it has been trying to protect you from, and how you can begin to respond to it with curiosity instead of resistance.

This isn’t about “getting rid” of fear.
It’s about building a healthier relationship with it.

You don’t need artistic skills.
You don’t need to share anything you’re uncomfortable sharing.
You simply need an open mind and a willingness to meet yourself with compassion.

During the workshop you’ll experience:

✨ Guided mindfulness to settle into the present moment

📝 Reflective journaling prompts that help you understand your fear

🎨 A creative art activity to express your emotions visually

💛 Gentle self-reflection designed to deepen emotional awareness

🌱 Practical insights you can carry into everyday life

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, constantly overthinking, or simply curious about understanding yourself better, this workshop offers a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space to pause and reconnect with yourself.

Because healing doesn’t begin when emotions disappear. It begins when we finally understand them.

Investment: ₹599 per person

Venue: Lamakaan

Date: 9th August

Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

📞 Register: 7702027281

Limited seats to ensure a personal and meaningful experience.

The Oraon tribe, one of the largest indigenous Dravidian ethnic groups of India, has a rich tradition of wall painting that turns homes into living canvases. Traditionally, Oraon art is created directly on mud walls using only different colors of soil — Indian red, grey, black, and yellow — sourced from the land itself. These pigments are mixed with water and applied using simple impression tools to build layered motifs of sun, crops, animals, and ritual symbols. No pencils or brushes are used. The technique relies on controlled dabs, dots, and strokes to create bold, earthy patterns that mark harvests, weddings, and community life.

In this workshop, we will learn the authentic Oraon compositions and symbolism, but to keep the experience accessible and mess-free, we will recreate these designs using acrylic paint with cotton buds. This method mirrors the traditional dotting and impression technique while giving participants better control and cleaner results on paper or boards.

Technically, this approach benefits participants because:
1. Fine motor control: Using cotton buds to replicate soil-dab techniques improves precision, grip, and hand-eye coordination.
2. Pattern recognition: Repeating geometric and nature-based motifs trains focus, rhythm, and visual sequencing.
3. Low barrier, high depth: Acrylic on canvas removes the complexity of preparing soil pigments, letting beginners focus on technique and meaning rather than material prep.
4. Therapeutic grounding: The repetitive, rhythmic application of dots and impressions promotes calm and mindfulness, echoing the meditative aspect of traditional wall painting.

This workshop is not about replicating a mural. It’s about understanding the logic behind Oraon art — how limited colors, simple tools, and symbolic forms come together to tell stories of land, community, and belonging.

Dilli Mavayya is a hilarious comedy about Sreenu and Sampada, a young couple struggling financially after their love marriage. When Sreenu’s uncle from Delhi suddenly decides to visit, Sreenu lies that he has a big software job, a luxurious flat, and a perfect life. To keep the lie alive, the couple gets trapped in a series of crazy, funny, and chaotic situations. What happens next is a rollercoaster of hilarious twists and turns!

"On the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, Lamakaan invites you to a unique dialogue on how India can bring peace in a world torn by war and uncertainty.

In an era where conflicts are erupting all too often across the world and where an unpredictable new world order is rising, Could India actively mediate an end to conflicts and bring peace to a broken international system? What would it take?

Going beyond the headlines, hear about how international diplomacy and peace mediation works.

Join an exploration into why and how India could become a pro-active peacemaker, with Raja Karthikeya, a seasoned peace mediator and international affairs expert."

"Raja Karthikeya is a former international civil servant, writer and international affairs commentator. He is currently Head of West Asia studies at Takshashila Institution.

Previously, over a 15 yr career in the UN, he served in Afghanistan on inter-ethnic trust building and national unity government formation; in Iraq, he led frontline advocacy for protection of civilians during the counter IS IS operations; in Iran, he served as the Un's spokesperson during multiple crises; he also served on the palestine and Peacekeeping policy planning teams.

He was a Research Fellow at Oxford University's Center for the Changing Character of War; and is the recipient of his alma mater, Georgetown University's Centennial Award for leadership and public service. To raise awareness about climate action, He became the first Indian to cross the Arctic and Antarctic circles in a year. He has been awarded Indian and Swiss government commendations for his rescue work after the 2004 tsunami and 2001 Bhuj earthquake. As a volunteer, he led the project that created India's first covid resilient village during the Delta Wave. He is currently Adjunct Fellow and Head of West Asia studies at Takshashila Institution.

He is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade and Nizam College."

"The dialogue will be facilitated by Dr. Kanica Rakhra, Asst. Professor for International Relations and Global Affairs at Kautilya School of Public Policy and former expert on multilateral issues at Ministry of External Affairs".

All are Invited!

You are warmly invited to a special art exhibition showcasing the incredible talent of an 11-year-old artist. This event not only celebrates their exceptional painting skills but also raises awareness about living with epilepsy. Join us to learn how art, along with diet, homeschooling, and stress management, can support those affected by this condition."

We are photographers who wants to have an open mic event about Storytelling of the Photographs.

Highway Panchayat is an original Hindi play written and directed by Akshay Singhi and team.

Set against the backdrop of a highway, the story brings together two middle-aged individuals burdened with unresolved issues from their past. Their unexpected encounter takes a dramatic turn when a young couple’s conflict collides with their own, sparking a whirlwind of chaos, humor, and emotional revelations.

As tensions rise and personalities clash, long-suppressed truths begin to surface. What are the hidden conflicts between these characters? Will they find closure, or will the chaos deepen their divides?

Blending wit, drama, and heartfelt moments, Highway Panchayat explores human relationships in a refreshingly entertaining way. It’s a fun, chaotic, and emotionally engaging experience that keeps you hooked till the end.

See you there!

My debut novel 'A River Remembers' is getting published on 18th July 2026. I would like to organise a book release and author interaction at Lamakaan, Hyderabad.

Join us for the launch of Punarutthanam, a powerful collection of short stories by Dr. M. Suguna Rao, followed by an evening of literature, performance, and conversation.

The programme will be divided into two parts:

Part I: Character Readings / Monologues (30–45 minutes)
A series of dramatic readings based on selected stories from Punarutthanam, bringing some of the collection’s most memorable characters and moments to life.

Part II: Panel Discussion – Dalit Literature Canon (60 minutes)
A moderated conversation on the place of Dalit literature in shaping contemporary literary and political discourse.

Come join us for an evening that celebrates the richness of Dalit storytelling while opening up conversations on literature, politics, and the evolving Dalit literature.

Performing Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam)

# Digital Koi Pond Art Workshop

Turn your iPad into a canvas and discover the joy of digital art! This workshop is specially designed for iPad users who want to make their screen time more creative, productive, and fun. Whether you're a beginner or simply looking to learn something new, this session will guide you through creating a beautiful Digital Koi Pond artwork from scratch.

Apps Used
• Sketchbook
• Procreate (if available)

Materials Required
• iPad
• Stylus (Apple Pencil or any compatible pen)

What You'll Learn
• Basics of digital painting
• Understanding and using digital brushes
• Working with layers
• Creating a complete Koi Pond artwork step by step

Workshop Fee
• Early Bird: ₹899
• On-the-Spot Registration: ₹1,050
• Come with a Buddy: ₹1,299 (for two)

What's Included
• Complimentary drinks

Come enjoy a relaxing and creative experience while learning how to use your iPad productively!

Date: 8 Aug
Time: 11:00 AM onwards
Contact: 9177300699

Hyderabad Bookworms' Movie of the Month meetup. Meet your fellow bookworms, as we enjoy a movie adapted from a book or a play, share thoughts, compare with source material, and discuss its cultural relevance. This event is organised once a month, movie is chosen based on poll on our discord server. (dm for the link to the server!) movies can be in any language, as long as supplied with subtitles, preferably under two hours, so that there is enough time for some sweet discussion! instagram: @hyderabadbookworms This month we will be screening Atonement

Dilli Mavayya is a hilarious comedy about Sreenu and Sampada, a young couple struggling financially after their love marriage. When Sreenu’s uncle from Delhi suddenly decides to visit, Sreenu lies that he has a big software job, a luxurious flat, and a perfect life. To keep the lie alive, the couple gets trapped in a series of crazy, funny, and chaotic situations. What happens next is a rollercoaster of hilarious twists and turns!

Read A Kitaab is an unbiased community of Readers, Booklovers, writers and artists. We strive to provide the community an ecosystem with an online library, book discussions, author meet, book of the month, monthly meets, newsletters & much more...

We love kids for who we have a kids book club. Read A Kitaab is a calm & comfort space to be yourself, to discuss books and life with no bars on age/gender/ethnicity/political views etc.

The Feelings Project

This Week’s Emotion: Fear

What if fear isn’t your enemy? What if it’s trying to protect you?

Fear shapes more of our lives than we realize. It influences the opportunities we avoid, the conversations we postpone, the relationships we hold back from, and the dreams we quietly put aside. Yet, most of us have never been taught how to truly understand it.

The Feelings Project is a unique 90-minute guided experience where we explore one emotion at a time through mindful reflection, creative expression, and gentle self-discovery.

This week’s emotion is Fear.

Through thoughtfully designed questions, mindfulness practices, and art-based activities, you’ll gently uncover where your fear comes from, how it shows up in your life, what it has been trying to protect you from, and how you can begin to respond to it with curiosity instead of resistance.

This isn’t about “getting rid” of fear.
It’s about building a healthier relationship with it.

You don’t need artistic skills.
You don’t need to share anything you’re uncomfortable sharing.
You simply need an open mind and a willingness to meet yourself with compassion.

During the workshop you’ll experience:

✨ Guided mindfulness to settle into the present moment

📝 Reflective journaling prompts that help you understand your fear

🎨 A creative art activity to express your emotions visually

💛 Gentle self-reflection designed to deepen emotional awareness

🌱 Practical insights you can carry into everyday life

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, constantly overthinking, or simply curious about understanding yourself better, this workshop offers a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space to pause and reconnect with yourself.

Because healing doesn’t begin when emotions disappear. It begins when we finally understand them.

Investment: ₹599 per person

Venue: Lamakaan

Date: 9th August

Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

📞 Register: 7702027281

Limited seats to ensure a personal and meaningful experience.

The Oraon tribe, one of the largest indigenous Dravidian ethnic groups of India, has a rich tradition of wall painting that turns homes into living canvases. Traditionally, Oraon art is created directly on mud walls using only different colors of soil — Indian red, grey, black, and yellow — sourced from the land itself. These pigments are mixed with water and applied using simple impression tools to build layered motifs of sun, crops, animals, and ritual symbols. No pencils or brushes are used. The technique relies on controlled dabs, dots, and strokes to create bold, earthy patterns that mark harvests, weddings, and community life.

In this workshop, we will learn the authentic Oraon compositions and symbolism, but to keep the experience accessible and mess-free, we will recreate these designs using acrylic paint with cotton buds. This method mirrors the traditional dotting and impression technique while giving participants better control and cleaner results on paper or boards.

Technically, this approach benefits participants because:
1. Fine motor control: Using cotton buds to replicate soil-dab techniques improves precision, grip, and hand-eye coordination.
2. Pattern recognition: Repeating geometric and nature-based motifs trains focus, rhythm, and visual sequencing.
3. Low barrier, high depth: Acrylic on canvas removes the complexity of preparing soil pigments, letting beginners focus on technique and meaning rather than material prep.
4. Therapeutic grounding: The repetitive, rhythmic application of dots and impressions promotes calm and mindfulness, echoing the meditative aspect of traditional wall painting.

This workshop is not about replicating a mural. It’s about understanding the logic behind Oraon art — how limited colors, simple tools, and symbolic forms come together to tell stories of land, community, and belonging.

Dilli Mavayya is a hilarious comedy about Sreenu and Sampada, a young couple struggling financially after their love marriage. When Sreenu’s uncle from Delhi suddenly decides to visit, Sreenu lies that he has a big software job, a luxurious flat, and a perfect life. To keep the lie alive, the couple gets trapped in a series of crazy, funny, and chaotic situations. What happens next is a rollercoaster of hilarious twists and turns!

"On the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, Lamakaan invites you to a unique dialogue on how India can bring peace in a world torn by war and uncertainty.

In an era where conflicts are erupting all too often across the world and where an unpredictable new world order is rising, Could India actively mediate an end to conflicts and bring peace to a broken international system? What would it take?

Going beyond the headlines, hear about how international diplomacy and peace mediation works.

Join an exploration into why and how India could become a pro-active peacemaker, with Raja Karthikeya, a seasoned peace mediator and international affairs expert."

"Raja Karthikeya is a former international civil servant, writer and international affairs commentator. He is currently Head of West Asia studies at Takshashila Institution.

Previously, over a 15 yr career in the UN, he served in Afghanistan on inter-ethnic trust building and national unity government formation; in Iraq, he led frontline advocacy for protection of civilians during the counter IS IS operations; in Iran, he served as the Un's spokesperson during multiple crises; he also served on the palestine and Peacekeeping policy planning teams.

He was a Research Fellow at Oxford University's Center for the Changing Character of War; and is the recipient of his alma mater, Georgetown University's Centennial Award for leadership and public service. To raise awareness about climate action, He became the first Indian to cross the Arctic and Antarctic circles in a year. He has been awarded Indian and Swiss government commendations for his rescue work after the 2004 tsunami and 2001 Bhuj earthquake. As a volunteer, he led the project that created India's first covid resilient village during the Delta Wave. He is currently Adjunct Fellow and Head of West Asia studies at Takshashila Institution.

He is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade and Nizam College."

"The dialogue will be facilitated by Dr. Kanica Rakhra, Asst. Professor for International Relations and Global Affairs at Kautilya School of Public Policy and former expert on multilateral issues at Ministry of External Affairs".

All are Invited!

You are warmly invited to a special art exhibition showcasing the incredible talent of an 11-year-old artist. This event not only celebrates their exceptional painting skills but also raises awareness about living with epilepsy. Join us to learn how art, along with diet, homeschooling, and stress management, can support those affected by this condition."

We are photographers who wants to have an open mic event about Storytelling of the Photographs.

Highway Panchayat is an original Hindi play written and directed by Akshay Singhi and team.

Set against the backdrop of a highway, the story brings together two middle-aged individuals burdened with unresolved issues from their past. Their unexpected encounter takes a dramatic turn when a young couple’s conflict collides with their own, sparking a whirlwind of chaos, humor, and emotional revelations.

As tensions rise and personalities clash, long-suppressed truths begin to surface. What are the hidden conflicts between these characters? Will they find closure, or will the chaos deepen their divides?

Blending wit, drama, and heartfelt moments, Highway Panchayat explores human relationships in a refreshingly entertaining way. It’s a fun, chaotic, and emotionally engaging experience that keeps you hooked till the end.

See you there!

My debut novel 'A River Remembers' is getting published on 18th July 2026. I would like to organise a book release and author interaction at Lamakaan, Hyderabad.

Join us for the launch of Punarutthanam, a powerful collection of short stories by Dr. M. Suguna Rao, followed by an evening of literature, performance, and conversation.

The programme will be divided into two parts:

Part I: Character Readings / Monologues (30–45 minutes)
A series of dramatic readings based on selected stories from Punarutthanam, bringing some of the collection’s most memorable characters and moments to life.

Part II: Panel Discussion – Dalit Literature Canon (60 minutes)
A moderated conversation on the place of Dalit literature in shaping contemporary literary and political discourse.

Come join us for an evening that celebrates the richness of Dalit storytelling while opening up conversations on literature, politics, and the evolving Dalit literature.