Connect Through Creativity.

Artishtta is a creative learning and community platform built around one simple belief: everyone has the potential to create. We help people learn art, discover their creative potential, develop practical skills, connect with other creators, and grow as artists.

10,000+Students

100+Courses

7+Instructors

2023Founded

Our Story

From a love for art
to a community of creators.

Artishtta was founded on 13 April 2023 with a simple purpose—to make art learning more accessible, practical and inspiring. What began with a passion for art and teaching grew into a bigger vision: a place where anyone can discover an art form, learn from experienced creators, practice their skills, share their work and become part of a creative community.

Artishtta is not only about learning how to make something. It is about discovering what you can create. From drawing and painting to crochet, quilling, balloon art, macramé, paper crafts and many other creative forms, Artishtta brings different art experiences together under one community.

Our goal is to make learning creative, enjoyable and accessible while giving artists and learners a place to connect, participate and grow.

Artishtta, by the numbers

Students taught10,000+

Courses live100+

Avg. course rating4.88 ★

Top student earnings₹70,000+/mo

Community members10,200+

Instructors7+

What We Believe

Art comes first. Creativity connects us.

Everything we build at Artishtta begins with art. These are the principles that guide us.

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Everyone Can Create

Creativity is not limited to people who are naturally talented. With curiosity, practice and guidance, anyone can learn to create.

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Creativity Needs Freedom

Art is a form of expression. We encourage learners to explore, experiment and develop their own creative identity.

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Learning Never Ends

An artist never truly stops learning. Every new technique, material, idea and experience can become part of the creative journey.

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Creativity Connects People

Art brings people together. Sharing ideas, learning together and celebrating each other's work makes creativity stronger.

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Every Creation Has Value

A first attempt, a handmade craft or a professional artwork can all represent an important step in someone's creative journey.

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Art Can Create Impact

Art can preserve culture, inspire people, create opportunities and bring communities together.

Basil Ameen P Founder · Artist · Educator · Mentor

The Founder

A journey built around
art, teaching and creativity.

"I believe everyone has a creative potential waiting to be discovered. Artishtta is my effort to create a place where people can learn, create, connect and grow through art."

2023

Artishtta Begins

Founded on 13 April 2023 with a vision to create a meaningful platform around art education and creativity.

2023–2024

Building the Learning Foundation

Expanded into art and craft courses, workshops, learning resources and creative activities.

2024–2025

Growing the Community

Developed a community-focused approach, bringing learners and artists together through shared experiences.

2025–2026

Building the Creative Ecosystem

Expanded beyond courses toward a broader ecosystem connecting education, community, events, student works, exhibitions and collaborative art projects.

The Future

A Global Creative Community

Aiming to connect artists and creative learners across India and beyond through learning, collaboration and shared creative experiences.

The Instructors

Taught by real working artists.

A growing roster of creators who teach the same skills they use to run their own studios and businesses.

Anjali Menon

Crochet & Amigurumi

Self-taught crochet artist turned full-time instructor, 2,300+ students trained.

Rahul Krishnan

Balloon Décor

Event decorator turned educator, helping students launch décor businesses.

Meera Pillai

Quilling & Paper Craft

Designs intricate paper art and teaches precision craft from first principles.

Arjun Varma

AI for Artists

Bridges traditional art and AI tools, leading our newest creative-tech courses.

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