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Do you want to capture the streets and memories of Amsterdam in your own sketchbook?

Join local artist, illustrator, and travel sketcher Ellie for a guided sketching walk through the picturesque Amsterdam East. We’ll stroll approx 2 km, sketching and experimenting with different techniques along the way.

What's included

• A 2 hour guided session by Ellie, who will give drawing exercises as we go to help you learn and develop different techniques to document life, the streets and buildings of Amsterdam
• A5 sketchbook (for you to use and take home)
• Art materials: Graphite pencil, handful of Eccoline brush pens, handful of colour pencils and water-brush (for use in the session and to be given back at the end)

Do I need any drawing experience?
No, all levels are welcome
The exercises will be the same for everyone, but Ellie will guide and tailor feedback based on your level

What to bring

• A willingness to experiment and play in your sketchbook.
• Comfy shoes, warm clothes, a drink, a coat if it's cold

Price
€50 – includes materials (to use in the session), guided instruction, and your own sketchbook to take home.

Why join?
Finish with a collection of sketches and memories from your Amsterdam walk—a unique keepsake you can treasure forever.

Meeting location

• We will meet around the Plantage area near the zoo (we are not going into the zoo).
• Ellie will text you closer to the time.
• We will be walking so please leave your bicycle at the meeting point.

Cancellations due to weather
The weather in the Netherlands can be very unpredictable. This is an outside session so if it's raining I will cancel the session and you will get your money back. If it's a bit cold we will wrap up, wear enough warm clothes and go!

Language
English

Age

• If you are 18 and under you need to come with an adult
• Parents & children welcome. Please let Ellie know before if you're bringing kids and how old they are

Accessibility & Physical Requirements

• The walk is approximately 2 km and will include some steps along the route.
• The session involves standing and sketching, as well as walking between locations.
• Not wheelchair accessible due to stairs and walking distance (please get in touch with Ellie if you are in a wheelchair and would like to do a session like this - we can create a wheelchair friendly route at a separate time)
• Pace**:** We will move at a gentle, relaxed pace and stop for sketching along the way.
• If you have any questions or concerns about accessibility or mobility, please reach out before booking so we can advise on suitability