When is it Happening?
8–9 August 2026 — two days at Kivara Homes, Alwar. Pickup at 7:00 AM from Delhi (Kashmiri Gate) on Saturday; return to Delhi around midnight on Sunday.
Rajasthan · Open now: Alwar 8–9 August 2026
Create. Relax. Experience Art in Nature.
Our next retreat is the Aravalli Farm Art Retreat — two days at Kivara Homes, Alwar with pottery, Jenga block painting, wine glass painting, double-sharing villa stay, meals as listed, round-trip transport from Delhi, and all materials. Early bird ₹8,999 (till 15 July) · then ₹9,800. Beginners welcome. Only 12 slots.
Aravalli Farm Art Retreat · 8–9 August 2026
What is the Aravalli Farm Art Retreat all about?
The Aravalli Farm Art Retreat with Kumkum Arts is a two-day escape at Kivara Homes in the Aravalli Hills, Alwar — slowing down, walking lush farms, picking fresh fruit, meeting the cows, and creating art in a beautiful farm setting. Through a guided, beginner-friendly flow, you try pottery, Jenga block painting, and wine glass painting, and leave with memories and work you made with your own hands.
Wondering if you have to be an artist?
You don’t need a portfolio. This retreat is for beginners and practising artists alike — creative prompts, experimental activities, and zero judgement. Show up curious; we handle the rest.
Think of it as a meaningful weekend away from routine: pottery, a morning hike + picnic through Aravalli trails, wine glass Sip & Paint, and bonfire-style evenings of games, Jenga block painting, storytelling, and late-night chats.
What you’ll step into
- Pottery workshop on Day 1 and Jenga block painting in the evening
- Aravalli trail hike + picnic and wine glass Sip & Paint on Day 2
- Double-sharing villa stay at Kivara Homes, meals as listed, Delhi transport included — see the current event page (from ₹8,999 early bird)
Note: You don’t need any background in art. It’s about flowing between clay, colour, and conversation - curiosity is enough.
When and Where - Alwar August 2026 retreat
Where is it Happening?
Kivara Homes, Aravalli Hills, Alwar, Rajasthan — lush farms, peaceful sunsets, and slow farm pace. Pottery, farm walks, hike + Sip & Paint all run from our villa base.
Aravalli Farm Art Retreat · August ’26
Where Will We Stay?
The August batch beds down at Kivara Homes, Alwar — beautiful villas with double-sharing accommodation, farm air, and Aravalli views. Welcome snacks on arrival; Day 1 lunch & dinner; Day 2 breakfast & lunch are inside the retreat fee. For the full list of inclusions, exclusions, and how transport works, read the stay page and the current event page.
Aravalli Farm Art Retreat · August ’26
What are you investing in?
- Two days at Kivara Homes (8–9 August 2026) — double-sharing villa accommodation; bring a friend or make one in the circle.
- Meals as listed — welcome snacks on arrival; Day 1 lunch & dinner; Day 2 breakfast & lunch.
- Round-trip transportation from Delhi (Kashmiri Gate, 7:00 AM pickup) — details on the current event travel block.
- Hands-on art — pottery, Jenga block painting, wine glass Sip & Paint, materials included.
- Small-batch rhythm - only 12 slots, guided blocks, breathing room, and evenings that ease into conversation.
- Time outside on the farm and trails - views, picnic pace, and hand-picked fresh fruit.
- Community tables & warmth - shared meals, games, and bonfire-style nights that stick.
Think of it as an investment in yourself - it pays forward long after you’re home.
Itinerary · Alwar August ’26
What Does the Day-Wise Journey Look Like?
Day 1 · Sat, 8 Aug 2026 Slow down & create
7:00 AM pickup from Delhi. Welcome snacks, check-in, introduction circle, farm exploration, pottery workshop, lunch, free time, evening farm walk with the cows, dinner, and bonfire-style Jenga block painting with card games and conversations.
Day 2 · Sun, 9 Aug 2026 Nature, art & picnic
Breakfast, morning hike through Aravalli trails, picnic in nature, wine glass Sip & Paint, lunch, wrap up and depart around 6:30 PM. Expected arrival back in Delhi around midnight.
Aravalli Farm Art Retreat · August ’26
Why Should You Join This Retreat?
Your long weekend, mapped
What to Expect
Make messes. Watch sunsets. Laugh too loud at dinner. Repeat. — the same two-day outline as on the current event page.
Slow down & create
Pickup from Delhi, welcome at Kivara Homes, farm exploration, pottery workshop, lunch, evening farm walk with the cows, dinner, and bonfire-style Jenga block painting with card games and conversations.
Nature, art & picnic
Morning hike through Aravalli trails, picnic in nature, wine glass Sip & Paint surrounded by beautiful surroundings, lunch, then wrap up and depart for Delhi around 6:30 PM.
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The Farm & Villas
Kivara Homes and the Aravalli farm setting — hover to pause. More on the full gallery or current event page.
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2 days · Kivara Homes · Delhi transport · from ₹8,999 early bird (till 15 July). Pottery, Jenga & wine glass painting — open the full page for details.
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Formats
Pottery · painting · long weekends
Explore how we structure days — the Alwar August retreat follows the same gentle rhythm.
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Why Choose Us
Built for real people, not perfect artists.
Kumkum Arts retreats are designed for people who want a creative break but do not want pressure. You get structure, guidance, and personal space in a setting that naturally slows you down.
Hands-on mentoring
Work directly with practicing artists who teach with patience and practical feedback, step by step.
Himalayan pace beyond the studio
Retreat days include mountain walks, local food, and pause moments — whether we’re in Jibhi, Bir, or the next valley we call home for the weekend.
Beginner-safe environment
No judgement, no rush. If this is your first workshop, the format is built for you.
Take home finished work
Leave with handmade pieces, better technique, and a memory you can actually feel proud of.
8-12People per batch
3 DaysImmersive format
100%Beginner friendly
Testimonials
What Past Participants Say
From Bir to Jibhi — voices from past Kumkum Arts circles in the mountains.
"Three days that completely changed how I see creativity. The pottery session was meditative, the mountains were breathtaking, and the people I met felt like old friends by Day 2."
"I came alone, nervous about not knowing anyone. By the end, I had painted my first landscape, made a clay bowl, and found my people. Highly recommend for solo travelers."
"My partner and I did this as a couple's getaway. It was the most unique and meaningful trip we've taken together. The host made everything feel so personal and warm."
"I had never touched clay before this retreat. The instructors made it so simple and supportive that I completed two pieces and felt genuinely proud."
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Two days of art, ease, and farm air — villa stay, meals as listed, Delhi transport & sessions as on the current event page. Only 12 slots.