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June 19-21, 2026
Tibetan Art Weekend Workshop
An Introduction to Tibetan Art
Learn to draw the Face of the Buddha and the sacred Lotus Flower according to the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition of Thangka
Creating Tibetan Buddhist Art – An Introduction
A perfect introduction for those curious about Tibetan art and its meditative practice.
You’ll learn to draw the Buddha Face and the Lotus Flower, two profound symbols of awakening and purity.
Through her inspired approach and guidance, Carmen helps to bring out the best in each student, and makes this retreat suitable for students of all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced. You will return home with your own beautiful artwork(s). Drawing experience is not necessary.
Note: Students joining the full-week-retreat will continue with the Mandala of the Five Wisdom Buddhas after the weekend. See this box for more info:
Join Carmen Mensink, renowned thangka painter from the Netherlands, for an inspiring journey into the art and symbolism of thangka – traditional Tibetan Buddhist scroll paintings. This year you can join for different time lengths and subjects:
Weekend Retreat: An Introduction to Tibetan Art
June 19-21, 2026 | A beautiful introduction for those who are curious about Tibetan Buddhist Art and want to get some hands-on experience by learning to draw the Buddha Face and the Lotus Flower.
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Five Day Retreat: Create a Tibetan Mandala
June 21-26, 2026 | Always wanted to learn how to draw a Tibetan Mandala? Then the five-day retreat is perfect for you. READ MORE
Week Retreat: The In-Depth Experience
June 19-26, 2026 | The full-week retreat offers the most complete and in-depth experience, with a choice of -or all of- the aforementioned subjects, and in addition teaches you about special thangka painting techniques.
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Other Info & Registration
Saturday: Sunday: At the end of the weekend, you’ll take home two meaningful artworks and a deep connection to the tradition. Schedule Saturday 20th (The classroom stays open every day till 11PM, so you are also welcome to continue with your artwork) Sunday 21st NOTE: The exact times can also be found on the Omega Institute website and will be emailed to you upon registration Prices Registration Some pics of previous thangka retreats at Omega Institute:
The weekend begins with a beautiful Lecture on the Art of Thangka — discover the origins, meaning, and spiritual depth of this ancient art form.
Experience the Art of Thangka hands-on by learning the sacred grids and proportions used to draw the Buddha Face, passed down through centuries.
Create the Lotus Flower, symbolizing purity and enlightenment — a meditative drawing practice that brings calm and clarity.
Suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.
Friday 19th
4:30PM – You can arrive from 4:30PM (and go for the optional Omega Orientation)
6:00PM – Dinner
7.30PM – Retreat starts: Thangka Art Introduction Evening
7:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Workshop
NOON – Lunch + Free Time
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM Workshop
6:00 PM – Dinner
(+ Optional Evening Program)
7:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Workshop
NOON – Lunch + Departure
The tuition fee can be find on the at Omega Website. The price for 7 nights lodging and full board (with fantastic food!) depends on the room of your choice.
It’s also possible to bring your own tent, or sleep outside of the Omega premises.
You can register for this retreat at Omega Institute, or click on the button below.
Registration can also be done by phone 877-944-2002 or 845-266-4444
Take the opportunity to learn more from renowned thangka painter Carmen Mensink during her short visit in the US:
- Jun 11, 2026 / Thangka Workshop at New York Insight Meditation Center
- Jun 11, 2026 / Online: Lecture on Green Tara and her Iconography
- Jun 12, 2026 / Introduction to the Art of Thangka / Tibet House NYC
- Jun 13+14, 2026 / Green Tara, Buddha of Active Compassion / Tibet House NYC
- June 19-21, 2026 / Omega Institute / Rhinebeck, NY / Weekend Workshop: An Introduction
- June 21-26, 2026 / Omega Institute / Rhinebeck, NY / Five-Day Retreat: Tibetan Mandala
- June 19-26, 2026 / Omega Institute / Rhinebeck, NY / Week Retreat: The In-Depth Experience