Residency Programs
Immersive experiences for artistic growth and community engagement
Our programs
Catalyst Residency
Field Notes is designed for emerging photographers and visual artists seeking a focused incubation period. The program provides time and space for early project development, experimentation, and critique in the unique rural-urban landscape of Sudugandapalli, Hosur.
Ideal For
- Early-stage personal projects
- Exploratory research
- Artists looking to reset or re-engage their practice
Included
- Shared twin accommodation (AC / Non-AC options)
- Studio access (indoor cyclorama, outdoor grounds)
- Gear access (DSLRs, lighting kits, modifiers)
- Ix Mentorship Session
- Daily Peer Critique
- Pantry essentials + filtered drinking water
- Wi-Fi, workstations
Optional Add-Ons:
- Guided photowalks (rose farms, Hosur market)
- Meal plan ($20/day)
- Bangalore round-trip transfer ($120)
Immersion Residency
Edge Archive is for photographers ready to create a cohesive body of work rooted in place. With a month of immersive fieldwork, mentorship, and final presentation, this residency encourages long-form inquiry, documentation, and editing in response to Soodoo’s layered environment.
Ideal For
- Deep visual storytelling
- Documentary projects
- Research-based or socially engaged photography
- Artists building grant-ready portfolios
Included
- Shared twin accommodation (AC / Non-AC)
- Full access to studio + outdoor shooting grounds
- Colour-calibrated editing workstations
- 3x One-on-One Mentorship Sessions
- Portfolio Review
- Group Exhibition or Online Showcase
- Pantry + Workspace Access
- Wi-Fi
Optional Add-Ons:
- Fashion shoot lighting setup
- Additional mentorship ($100/session)
- Meals, excursions, and photowalks
- Inclusion in Soodoo's annual zine
Focus areas
Cultivated Canvas
Agriculture, patterns and rural labour
Hosur’s Bloom
Visual stories of the flower trade
Market Pulse
Exploring Hosur’s economic rhythms
Rural–Urban Edge
Navigating transition zones
Borderland Narratives
Culture in a Tamil–Kannada intersection
Atmospheric Landscapes
Interpreting Hosur’s climate and light
Our facilities
Studio with Professional Lighting
Fully equipped photography studio with professional lighting equipment
Digital Lab
High-end computers with color-calibrated monitors for digital processing
Print Lab
Professional printing facilities for fine art prints
Bookstore & Café
Curated collection of photography books and local café
Outdoor Café Seating
Relaxing outdoor seating area with natural surroundings
Accommodation
AC and Non-AC twin rooms for resident artists
Outdoor Terrain
Access to diverse landscapes for photography practice
Cultural Elements
Traditional and cultural elements integrated into the space
Add-on services
Additional Mentorship Session
One-on-one guidance with experienced photographers
Workshop Participation
Access to specialized workshops during residency
Daily Meals
Freshly prepared local meals
Photography Walks
Guided photo walks in local areas
Local Transport
Transportation for photography expeditions
Ready to join our community?
Take the first step in your artistic journey. apply for a residency program and become part of our creative community.