Event · Feb 10, 2026
ART walk: around Swoyambhu.
A fine-arts sketch walk circling Swoyambhu hill, blending light history notes with plein-air drawing stops.
Feb 10, 2026 · 7:00 AM – 11:00 AMSwoyambhu Stupa, Kathmandu
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ART walk: around Swoyambhu
Morning sketch and study walk for fine-arts lovers
- Date: Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026
- Time: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Meeting Point: Eastern gate of Swoyambhu Stupa
- What to bring: Sketchbook, pencils/inks, water bottle, light snacks
🎨 Overview
We will circle the Swoyambhu hill together, pausing at vantage points to capture the skyline, stupas, prayer wheels, and morning light. Short prompts will be given to push composition, value studies, and quick ink gestural sketches.
This walk is ideal for fine-arts students, urban sketchers, and anyone wanting to draw outdoors with community.
What we will cover
- Warm-up line exercises and blind contours
- Quick compositional thumbnails of the stupa
- Perspective notes around the prayer wheel corridor
- Ink and wash studies of city views from the hilltop
📅 Schedule of Events
| Time | Activity | Spot |
|---|---|---|
| 07:00 – 07:20 | Meet + warm-up lines | Eastern gate benches |
| 07:20 – 08:10 | Skyline thumbnails | Mid-level viewpoint |
| 08:10 – 09:00 | Corridor perspective drills | Prayer wheel corridor |
| 09:00 – 09:30 | Tea break + critiques | Local tea stall |
| 09:30 – 10:30 | Ink/wash studies | Hilltop stupa circle |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Wrap-up + group photo | Main courtyard |
👥 Guide
- Manish T. – Fine-arts instructor and urban sketcher
- Focused on plein-air fundamentals and quick value studies
🎟️ Ticket Information
Free, limited to 20 participants. Please RSVP so we can plan materials and pacing.
📍 Venue & Accessibility
Swoyambhu Stupa Swoyambhu Marg Kathmandu, Nepal
- Parking: Limited street parking around the base; consider rideshare.
- Accessibility: Hill paths have steps and uneven stone—please plan footwear accordingly.
Contact
For press inquiries or private tour bookings, please contact: Email: events@nepalartspace.org Phone: +977-1-555-1234