Manikyavelu Mansion, once home to businessman-turned-aristocrat Vilum Manickavelu Mudaliar, was acquired by the government at an auction. Restored and repurposed, it became the southern centre of the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in 2009
How to join this session
You don’t need artistic skill to participate in this event – just boundless curiosity and a love for drawing. To connect with other participants, please use our community on Discord.
Registration is not needed to attend the event, however if this is your first time please register here
Rules at this location
- No wet media allowed within the exhibit halls.
- If you use paints or inks, be sure to not litter or spill. If by mistake you do, please inform the community to help you address it.
- Be mindful to not block the walking paths.
- Entry ticket can be bought at location
Things to carry for this session
- A sketchbook/paper/drawing surface
- Pencils or any medium you would like to try out
- A portable mat/chair. If the location has no seating, we tend to sit on the ground.
- Water bottle and snacks
How to get there
- Follow the location map provided
- Closest metro station: Vidhan Soudha (walk towards the Gallery, about 20 mins)