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SF Plein Air Painters : Mission Low Riders + Grand Opening of Sin Miedo Gallery

SF Plein Air Painters : Mission Low Riders + Grand Opening of Sin Miedo Gallery

Sat, Sep 19, 8:00 PM
From SF Plein Air Painters
5.0

Hi everyone! We have another special session for Saturday the 19th.... As some of you may know, Bay Area figure drawing organization Sketchboard.co is opening a new art gallery/ co-op space....in conjunction with the lowrider parade down Mission Street! Come hang out in front of "Sin Miedo" gallery, say hi to the lovely community, and paint/ sketch cars! We all know the drivers would LOVE to see their precious cars immortalized in the form of art! Bring a standing easel/ chair and sunscreen. I will bring some extra supplies in case you don't have any. As always use the chat below to see updates and ask questions!

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Sketch Olivia Coffee (Cafe Art Circle - East Bay)

Sketch Olivia Coffee (Cafe Art Circle - East Bay)

Sat, Sep 19, 8:00 PM
From SF Sketchers
4.9

Cafe Sketching at Olivia Coffee & Flowers in Oakland. 📍 **1:00pm meet inside.** Look for us with sketchbooks. 🎨 Bring your own art supplies. Roam freely. Sketch what you see. ☕ Pull up a chair anytime to draw with us and talk art. 📓 2:45pm. We wrap things up with a show & tell throwdown. We’re heading to Oakland’s Pill Hill neighborhood to sketch at Olivia Coffee & Flowers, a spot with distinctly South Korean coffee influence with espresso, pour overs, matcha, and creative specialty drinks. Flowers arrangements add another layer color and pop to the place. This is organized by the **[Cafe Art Circle](https://www.zenbay.org/cafe_art_circle)** meetup under SF Sketchers. We explore coffee and tea shops around the Bay Area, using sketching as a way to experience the atmosphere of each place and its neighborhood. All skill levels welcome. For folks really into coffee culture and talking beans/roasters, the East Bay Coffee Enthusiasts will have a **[coffee talk event linked here](https://www.meetup.com/east-bay-coffee-enthusiasts/events/316244497/)** starting at 10:30am earlier that same day. Message Jimmy or post on the group board if you need help finding us.

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Sketching the Views at Baker Beach

Sketching the Views at Baker Beach

Sat, Sep 26, 5:00 PM
From SF Sketchers
4.9

**Our next Marin Sketchers Meet Up will be just north of the Golden Gate Bridge at Fort Baker - Cavallo Point.** There are an amazing variety of vantage points from which to sketch from at this former 1905 U.S. Army post: historic army buildings and gun emplacements, the fishing pier at the sheltered harbor and while in a comfortable Adirondack chair on the 2nd floor deck at Cavallo Point Lodge. All with a dynamic view of the Golden Gate Bridge as a backdrop. We'll meet at 10:00am at the old [Presidio Yacht Club](https://maps.app.goo.gl/c8bJiNttUEWkw8DZ7) at the edge of the Bay and throw down sketches at noon. **More info** on the [National Park Service website](https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/fort-baker.htm). Here's a [park map](https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/upload/map_mahe_150429_508_2021.pdf). Here are [directions to parking](https://maps.app.goo.gl/vmFrsR6ko7LsnTi4A) at the Bay Area Discovery Museum. **Also:**
 • bring your preferred paper, sketchbook, color media and drawing materials
 • you might be able to grab a free coffee or tea in the lobby at the Cavallo Point Lodge • restrooms are located nearby • post your sketches after on our MeetUp Event page or tag #MarinSketchers on Instagram
 • more info about our group at MarinSketchers.com
 • Call Bill at 415.846.1655, if you need more info, directions, etc.

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Thurs Sketch at Cento Coffee (Cafe Art Circle)

Thurs Sketch at Cento Coffee (Cafe Art Circle)

Thu, Sep 24, 7:00 PM
From SF Sketchers
4.9

Cafe sketching at Cento Coffee in downtown SF 📍 **12:00 noon meet at communal table inside.** 🎨 Bring your own art supplies. Roam freely. Sketch what you see. ☕ Pull up a chair anytime to draw with us and talk art. 📓 1:45pm. We wrap things up with a show & tell. We’re heading to sketch at Cento Coffee, an independent San Francisco coffee shop tucked inside the **Center for Architecture + Design** a space devoted to architecture, exhibitions, talks, and design culture that sits in the historic Hallidie Building. This cafe is closed on the weekend, so we worked in a rare weekday (Thursday) event to ensure we got to experience it. This is organized by the **[Cafe Art Circle](https://www.zenbay.org/cafe_art_circle)** meetup under SF Sketchers. We explore coffee and tea shops around the Bay Area, using sketching as a way to experience the atmosphere of each place and its neighborhood. All skill levels welcome. Message Jimmy or post on the group board if you need help finding us.

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Rockaway Beach - Pacifica - Plein Air

Rockaway Beach - Pacifica - Plein Air

Sat, Sep 26, 4:30 PM
From South Bay Art
4.9

Rockaway is one of our favorite places to paint. Hope you can join us! Rockaway beach is one of the best beaches for Plein Air. It's got cool black sand and the rocks are amazing. The ocean view is pretty cool too. Also has restrooms and free parking. Be sure to park in the South Parking lot past the Fairfield Inn. I dropped a map in the images section below. Additional Directions: From Highway 1 - Turn West (Towards the Ocean) onto Rockaway Beach Ave. Take the first left on Old County Road (south) in front of the Fairfield Inn. Continue south on the narrow Old County Road past the Holiday Inn Express. You should see the parking lot straight ahead. We'll be visible on the beach from the parking lot. Parking: I dropped the pin at the beach lot, but there is also parking at Nick's Seafood restaurant where I'm planning on grabbing lunch after the meetup. They have the best crab cakes! What to bring: • Art Supplies - Bring all of your own art supplies for whatever medium you are using e.g. paints, surfaces, brushes, pencils and cleaning supplies. For any beginners who don't know how to start or have questions feel free to post in the comments section or DM me through meetup.com's message service. • Easels - If you're painting please bring your easel. I do have an extra French Easel, a Gorilla Painter Pochade Box and tripods that I'm happy to lend for the day. Just let me know in the comments and I'll throw them into the car. • Outdoor wear - We will be outdoors for most of 3 hours so bring layers, hats, sunscreen. • Snacks/food - Most of the locations we paint at don't have food/drinks so bring whatever food/drinks you require. • Most of the places we paint at have picnic tables or benches, but if you need to sit when you art, be sure to bring something to sit on just in case. • A good test to ensure you have everything you need is to set up to paint in your own yard for 2-3 hours. If you bring everything it takes to create art in your yard then you'll have everything you need to paint with us :) Extra info: • We usually paint in public places. People outside of the group will generally come up and see what you're doing. Usually they just compliment and walk by and sometimes they'll stop and chat a bit. For me this took a little getting used to, but I really enjoy it now and it's become one my favorite things about painting and sketching outdoors. Please don't scare anyone away :) • Observe all signs. Especially the "keep off" ones. • Stay on paths, but do not block them. • Empty any painting fluids off-site including dirty water color water. • Take your garbage with you. Looking forward to seeing everyone. Check out our Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/131295087508526 IG: @south_bay_art Discord: https://discord.gg/QbMkUNfWSn

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Art Journal Meetup

Art Journal Meetup

Wed, Sep 23, 1:00 AM
From Marin Art Journaling Meetup Group

The Marin Art Journal Group is a casual gathering where you can create your own art, meet wonderful people, and have fun! We meet 2-3 times a month for a relaxing experience, exploring different art forms, learning from one another, and connecting as a community. Please bring your own supplies. If you don't have any, we can provide them for a $5 fee. We love supporting Double Rainbow and Autistry, so feel free to grab a cup of coffee, a sandwich, a delicious homemade pastry, and of course, ice cream!

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