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Join a global community of creative practitioners, including emerging and established poets, writers, artists and educators, who believe in the power of creativity and storytelling. Through workshops, publications, exhibitions and interdisciplinary collaborations, we foster learning, connection and positive change.
Every curated event and initiative is guided by four core values:
Bringing together creative practitioners to share expertise, motivation, inspiration and storytelling
Stimulating and celebrating the creative process and self-exploration to help permeate passion, critical thinking, problem solving and empathy into your life and career
Helping writers and artists of all interests and at any stages of their journey to develop skills and inspiration.
Fostering relationships and cross-cultural dialogue to connect people, ideas and practices across creative disciplines through collaborative networks
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TEACHERS AS PRACTITIONERS
Join the TAPs Community - a global movement empowering educators to sustain creativity, transform teaching and nurture wellbeing through artistic practice, exhibitions and collaboration.
Creative Writers' Studio
A creative space for writers, readers and storytellers to develop their craft through inspiring creative writing workshops. Designed for writers at all stages of their creative journey, these workshops encourage experimentation, build confidence and nurture your unique voice.
Community Stories
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Writers’ Gallery
Browse featured works created by past participants in our writing workshops, with a focus on the popular ekphrastic sessions. Many of these pieces have been chosen for publication in anthologies. Be inspired by what you can achieve through our workshops.
News & Updates
Check out the latest updates in the shop, new projects, workshops, events and insights into the inspiration behind Purnima’s creations and classes.
Press
Purnima’s multi-disciplinary work as an artist, author, teacher, poet and curator have been featured in publications ranging from newspapers, peer-reviewed journals, magazines to podcasts and radio shows, highlighting her diverse contributions to the art, literary and education worlds.
Creative Initiatives
curated experiences
Bangkok Poetry Festival
A celebration of poetry, literature and creative expression, bringing together poets, writers, performers and audiences through readings, workshops, discussions and performances. A space to discover diverse voices, share stories and connect through the power of words.
Artivism: Art for Activism
A curatorial project exploring social issues through art, storytelling and collaboration. Bringing together artists, communities and changemakers to amplify voices, spark conversations and inspire positive change.
Canvas & Verse
A collaborative exhibition pairing visual artworks with poetry to ensure diverse voices are seen and heard, inspiring connection and celebrating the power of creative expression.
Poetic Power Series
A spoken word and creative writing series exploring the issues that matter most. Through poetry, storytelling and conversation, participants reflect on the changes they want to see in the world and use creative expression to inspire empathy, dialogue and positive action.
Art Speaks
An audience engagement programme transforming exhibitions through visual art, poetry and storytelling. Featuring curated performances, conversations and creative responses that invite audiences to connect with artworks in new and meaningful ways.
Let's Connect
Contact Purnima for more information about her creations, projects, workshop facilitation, bookings for talks & performances or for press, media inquiries and collaborations.