For those wishing to try their hand at Tibetan arts, Norbulingka offers customized workshops for visiting ་individuals and groups. At the end of each workshop, guests will have a beautiful product (or many!) to take home with them, which they themselves created, as well as a certificate recognizing their study at Norbulingka. The structure of the workshop is not a formal class, but more of an immersion experience. Guests will have the chance to join one of Norbulingka ‘s studios and work alongside our artists. Under the supervision of a master, participants will be aided in creating a series of projects, based on the traditional curriculum any beginning apprentice would follow.
This customizable style of workshop allows us to accommodate any length of stay, and adapt the curriculum to suit guests’ specific needs. Longer staying visitors love the environment of the Norbulingka studios and easily become part of our community! Currently, we have workshops available in thangka painting, wood painting, wood carving, and appliqué. The fees for the workshops are Rs. 2000 for full day per person and Rs. 1500 for half day per person that includes instructions and all course materials.