Tashi Mannox
A unique Tibetan Calligraphy workshop with the Dharma Artist Tashi Mannox
WORKSHOP
10–11 April 2027
FAR - Villa Sucota
Fondazione Antonio Ratti, in collaboration with the Shang Shung Institute of Tibetan Studies, warmly hosts Tashi Mannox to lead a weekend calligraphy workshop on the art of Tibetan uchen script.
The workshop offers an introduction to the Tibetan calligraphic tradition and its techniques, guiding participants through the study and practice of uchen writing. It is open to both beginners and those with previous calligraphy experience who wish to develop and deepen their practice.
Participants should bring an A3-sized pad of paper and writing implements: pencil, pencil sharpener, eraser and ruler.
Recommended pens: a selection of the reliable Pilot Parallel pen’s, nib sizes: 3.0, 3.8 and 4.5, ink cartridges included.
The workshop will take place at Fondazione Antonio Ratti in Como, Via per Cernobbio 17, on Saturday 10 April 2027, from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm and Sunday 11 April, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
The workshop will also feature an exclusive pre-launch presentation of Tashi Mannox’s forthcoming book, Tibetan Calligraphy – The Meditative Practice of Uchen Script, published by Wisdom Publications. Copies will be available for purchase and signing by the author during the workshop.
The participation fee is € 190, with a reduced rate of € 120 for students enrolled at universities, academies and other educational institutions, and artists and people on low-income.
Payment can be made by bank transfer to
Fondazione Antonio Ratti ETS
IBAN IT28E0861810900000000603000
at BCC Lezzeno - Filiale di Como
Please use “Tibetan Calligraphy Workshop – Participant’s full name” as the payment reference.
Alternatively, payment can be made in person at the Foundation by credit or debit card using the card terminal (POS).
Participants are welcome to bring their own lunch and enjoy it in the Foundation’s shared kitchen. Alternatively, a lunch box can be purchased upon request.
When booking, participants are kindly asked to indicate their preferred option and inform the organisers of any food allergies, intolerances or other dietary requirements.
For participants who need accommodation near the Foundation, please find a selection of local accommodation options by clicking here. Accommodation costs are the responsibility of each participant.
To reserve a place or request further information:
+39 031 3384976
far@fondazioneratti.org