Ainga is a polysemic Malagasy term. It has its roots in the words fibatana meaning “to lift,” fialana meaning “to start,” hevitra mitombina iaingana translating as “basic principle,” mandeha evoking the idea of leaving, and tombon-dalana which means having a head-start in a race.
Ainga is the combination of all these notions, and takes shape in the context of Fondation H by supporting the careers of artists from the Indian Ocean through the organization of intensive, professionalizing workshops held regularly in Antananarivo. The Ainga program is entirely free of charge.
Since 2023, Fondation H has been an accredited training organization by the Malagasy State. This enables it, in the absence of training linked to the artist's profession in Madagascar, to issue state-certified training attestations to artists taking part in the various Ainga modules.
From February 26 to 28, 2025, Fondation H is offering the first module of the year dedicated to publishing in the art world. This training aims to provide participants with essential knowledge in the field of art publications, enabling them to develop skills in the design, production, and distribution of artistic publications.
Addressed to cultural professionals, journalists, and artists interested in publishing, this module covers identifying target audiences, creating editorial plans, and utilizing both print and digital media, while offering guidance on resource management and production processes.
Led by Céline Seror, founder of Artness and IAM – Intense Art Magazine, and co-curator of the Memoria exhibition, this module combines theoretical and practical sessions over 3 days (18 hours) at Fondation H.
The training aims to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills in the field of art publishing:
- Understand the evolution and formats of art publications: study the history of art publications, with a focus on the African context, and analyze various formats (digital, print, podcasts, etc.).
- Define a target audience and create an editorial plan: identify the audience for an art publication and structure its content considering the context while defining the editorial line, design, and distribution.
- Explore publishing platforms and tools: learn the specifics of digital and print media.
- Navigate the steps of creating a publication: address financial management, team building, and selecting tools and resources.
9 am to 12 pm:
• Introduction and participant presentations
• Overview of origins and history of art publications
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm:
• Review and analysis of different formats:
o In-depth analysis of various publication formats
o Identification of key elements in an art publication
o Exploration of different forms of publications available in the library of Fondation H
o Specific discussions on journals related to the Indian Ocean
9 am to 12 pm:
• Debrief of the previous day
• Group formation and presentation of upcoming activities
• Identifying the audience for art publications
• Digital or print: choosing the right medium for the right audience
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm:
• Reflection on different publication formats presented by participants
• Group work: developing a publication concept (digital or print), including subject, audience, format, and tone
9 am to 12 pm:
• Anatomy of an art publication and creating an editorial plan
• The steps involved in creating a publication
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm:
• Finalization of group projects: writing publication concepts
• Presentation of projects followed by discussions and feedback with other groups
Starting on 8 November 2025, Fondation H will offer a lecture series dedicated to the history of contemporary Malagasy art (1960–2000). Led by art historian Hemerson Andrianetrazafy, the module will take place every Saturday morning from 09:30. to 12:00, from 8 November to 13 December, over the course of six sessions.
Open to artists, cultural professionals, art students, and anyone curious or passionate about art history, this 15-hour series invites participants to develop a critical understanding of the evolution of Malagasy artistic practices in relation to political, economic, and cultural contexts.
The cycle aims to provide participants with historical and contextual tools to better grasp contemporary forms of visual expression in Madagascar :
From 2 to 5 December 2025, Fondation H will host an intensive week-long training programme focused on art criticism, cultural journalism, and publishing. Designed as a space for reflection and practical engagement, this module is open to artists, writers, communicators, and anyone interested in editorial practices within the cultural field.
Over the course of four days (24 hours), participants will be guided by the Fondation H team alongside invited professionals — including journalists, editors, and both local and international communication experts — who will share their insights and expertise.
This module explores the key elements involved in developing an editorial vision and content rooted in the Malagasy context. Through discussions and contributions from professionals in publishing, journalism and content creation, participants will analyse the stages of editorial development, build strategic thinking adapted to different formats, and address issues surrounding the visibility of the local art scene. The objectives of this training are as follows:
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From 8 to 12 December 2025, Fondation H will offer an intensive week-long training dedicated to critical and journalistic writing in the field of art.
This 30-hour module is intended for artists, writers, students, emerging critics, and cultural professionals wishing to deepen their writing practice in relation to contemporary art.
Through writing workshops, case studies, and group discussions, the programme explores the specificities of critical writing and its various forms of dissemination, while addressing contemporary issues in cultural mediation and journalism.
This programme aims :
This module offers an in-depth exploration of the principles, stages, techniques and issues of critical writing in art. Combining theoretical sessions with practical exercises, it enables participants to refine their understanding of the artistic field and develop a personal, grounded and well-argued writing style.
• Be an artist, cultural professional, or journalist
• Be available to attend all training sessions in person
• Call for applications open until October 13, 2025