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Sketchbook: Holland Park
CHANGE OF TIME!!!!!!
Let's rendez-vous in front of the Lord Holland statue at 10 AM. There's a lot of great stuff here, the Kyoto Gardens in the middle of the park, the Orangery, The Dutch Garden, the Design Museum. A lot to fit in into 2 hours!
Nearest Tube Stop: Holland Park
Completely free of charge, no need to sign up, bring a friend! Feel free to drop in for the whole two hours or just short while if you'd prefer. Look for the tall ginger fella sketching away as the central meetup spot, but feel free to roam as far and wide as you like and sketch anything you damn well please!
Please bring your own sketchbooks and pens/pencils.
The plan will be to meet at 10am, sketch for a couple of hours and meet back and chat at 12pm. There are plenty of places around to grab coffee or a bite to eat, hopefully the weather is good so we'll be able to sit outside but if not we could consider ducking into a cafe.
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About Sketchbook London
Every week we will choose a location around the magnificent city of London and draw people, buildings, pigeons, bins, anything you want....
No payment, no pressure, no need to sign up, just show up and draw for a couple of hours. All levels, abilities and professions welcome, bring a friend!
Zero pressure to interact, network, impress in any way, this is just a way to get out and about and appreciate the joy of urban sketching and all the weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit this thriving metropolis.
I am a storyboard artist working in animation and I am happy to discuss sketching techniques or give feedback on any work but this is by no means an exclusive event for artists, all are welcome :)
Dibuja con nosotros ✏️🎨- Club Londinense de Dibujo
¿Hablas español? 🇪🇸 🇲🇽 🇨🇴 🇦🇷 ¿Vives en Londres o alrededores? 🇬🇧 🏙¿Te gusta dibujar? 🎨
Ven y dibuja con nosotros. No hace falta que tengas experiencia o vocación artística. Todos los niveles de habilidad son bienvenidos, pero sí esperamos que hables español
La primera mitad del evento (90 min más o menos) dibujaremos, y al terminar compartiremos lo que hayamos hecho, dejando el resto de tiempo para socializar y conectar.
Este es un meetup para conocer y conectar. con hispanohablantes que gustan de expresarse y relajarse dibujando o coloreando en un espacio relajado.✨
Ofrecemos material básico para que puedas dibujar pero te alentamos a traer material con el que te sientas más a gusto.
Hay un café en el espacio donde puedes comprar alguna bebida o snack.
Created to Create!
How amazing it is when the people of the Lord gather together!
Join us for our very first meetup — a relaxed and creative sketching session, with many more to come. This is a space to unwind, get inspired, and connect with like-minded creatives who love and honour Jesus.
Expect fun icebreakers, fun faith-based Q&As, and the chance to get to know each other while enjoying a delicious brunch together.
I suggest bringing a fresh new sketch book to journal your 'draw with me' adventures!
📍 TAB X TAB
14–16 Westbourne Grove
London W2 5RH
Come ready to create, connect, and enjoy good food and great company. Everyone is welcome!
Saturday Secret Sketch Life Drawing Salons
**A gem of a life drawing session in our secret hideaway - a good vibes intimate sit down drawing session with wonderful models and lighting**
Vaulty Towers really is a very special venue with a wonderful atmosphere- walk through the main bar with its glittery décor and down the little staircase into the twinkly hideaway downstairs where the life drawing magic happens!
As with all our drop in classes – expect professional tutors and models in an inspiring and unique space. With poses from 30 seconds to one hour – there is something for everyone. This is a general life drawing class with tuition for beginners and advice for those who are more experienced, all designed to encourage you to develop your own style and approach.
**Please don’t come to class if you feel ill- you can rebook to another date- just email info@londondrawing.com**
**Classes can be booked ahead via tickets below**
Secret Sketch is a sit down sketch class- drawing boards provided
Materials available to buy, or bring your own-
Paper 20p per sheet, charcoal 25p per stick
Every Saturday
11-1pm
£15/ £10 students and under 25's
**Or you can drop in and pay cash or paypal on the door**
**PayPal link:**
**[PayPal.Me](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/LondonDrawing)**
Or buy tickets here:
[BUY TICKETS HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/saturday-secret-sketch-weekly-drop-in-life-drawing-waterloo-tickets-426760932437)
SATURDAY STUDIO 2: Life Drawing Drop In Sessions 4-6pm Waterloo
**Our 4-6pm session: Join us for a great crowd, good vibes life drawing session- friendly, helpful tuition if you need it and super professional models.**
As with all our drop in classes- expect professional tutors and models in an inspiring and unique space. With poses from 30 seconds to one hour- there is something for everyone. This is a general life drawing class with tuition for beginners and advice for those who are more experienced, all designed to encourage you to develop your own style and approach.
**Don’t come to class if you feel ill- you can rebook to another date- just email info@londondrawing.com**
**Classes can be booked ahead via tickets below**
**We also have drop in places available- cash or PayPal on the door**
Easels and drawing boards provided Materials available to buy, or bring your own-
Paper 20p per sheet, charcoal 25p per stick
**Saturday Studio**
**4-6pm**
**£15£10 students and under 25's**
Buy one Saturday class- get a second on the same day for £10 cash / paypal - ask the tutor for this option when you arrive
**Tickets in advance – or cash / PayPal on the door**
**[BUY TICKETS HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/saturday-studio-4-6pm-weekly-drop-in-life-drawing-waterloo-tickets-426750661717)**
**We also run a morning session 11-1pm at Vaulty Towers [INFO HERE](https://londondrawing.com/buy-tickets-for-saturday-secret-sketch-including-session-information/)**
**And a mid afternoon session 1.30-3.30pm at The Waterloo Action Centre [INFO HERE](https://londondrawing.com/saturday-studio-1-3pm-in-person-tutored-life-drawing-sessions-2/)**
**If you go to two sessions- get the second for £10 cash or paypal only**
SATURDAY STUDIO: Life Drawing Drop In Sessions 1.30-3.30pm
**Join us for super good vibes every Saturday - in our light studio with great tuition and models, a brilliant way to spend the afternoon!**
As with all our drop in classes- expect professional tutors and models in an inspiring and unique space. With poses from 30 seconds to one hour- there is something for everyone. This is a general life drawing class with tuition for beginners and advice for those who are more experienced, all designed to encourage you to develop your own style and approach.
**Don’t come to class if you feel ill- you can rebook to another date- just email info@londondrawing.com**
**Classes can be booked ahead via tickets below**
**We also have drop in places available- cash or PayPal on the door**
**PayPal link:**
**[PayPal.Me](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/LondonDrawing)**
Easels and drawing boards provided Materials available to buy, or bring your own-
Paper 20p per sheet, charcoal 25p per stick
**Saturday Studio**
**1.30-3.30pm**
**£15 / £10 students and under 25's**
Buy one Saturday class- get a second on the same day for £10 cash / paypal - ask the tutor for this option when you arrive
**Tickets in advance – or cash / PayPal on the door**
**[MORE INFO & TICKETS](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/saturday-studio-130-330pm-weekly-drop-in-life-drawing-waterloo-tickets-426739097127)**
**We also run a morning session 11-1pm [INFO HERE](https://londondrawing.com/buy-tickets-for-saturday-secret-sketch-including-session-information/)**
**And a late afternoon session at Waterloo Action Centre 4-6pm**
**[INFO HERE](https://www.meetup.com/londondrawing/events/288412205/?fromSeries=true)**
**If you go to two sessions- get the second for £10 cash or paypal only**
4-Hour Saturday Long Pose: Life Drawing at The Garrett Centre
### **About this event**
Ready to move beyond quick sketches? Join us for the **Saturday Slow-Draw**—a dedicated 4-hour session designed for artists who want the luxury of time.
Whether you're a painter looking to capture light and tone, or a sketcher wanting to dive deep into anatomy, this is your space. We feature a **single, professional pose** held for the entire afternoon, allowing for a focused, uninterrupted creative flow.
**The Schedule:**
* **11:45 AM:** Doors open (Arrive early to get your favorite spot!)
* **12:00 PM:** Session begins with the main pose.
* **2:00 PM:** Halfway break with **complimentary snacks and refreshments.**
* **4:00 PM:** Session ends.
**The Vibe:** Relaxed, friendly, and self-directed. We provide the easels and drawing boards and all essential materials (charcoal, pencils, sharpeners etc).
**Price:**
* **£24** per session.
* You can **drop in** and pay on the day, stay as long as you like for £7.50 p/h or secure your spot in advance via our bookwhen [https://bookwhen.com/londonlifedrawing#focus=ev-soa46-20260418120000](https://bookwhen.com/londonlifedrawing#focus=ev-soa46-20260418120000)]
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### **📍 Finding Us (The Secret Entrance)**
The Garrett Centre can be a little tricky to navigate!
1. Head to **117 Mansford St, Bethnal Green, E2 6LX**.
2. From the front of the building, **walk around to the right-hand side** toward the rear.
3. Take the **foot ramp down to the basement** level.
4. Turn left upon entry; our studio is the door on your **right**.
> **Check out our Instagram @adriandutton_life_drawing for a pinned "How to find us" video!**
Charcoal Drawing Events This Week
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Drawing North - Angel
We’re heading north for our next Drawing London meet-up! This time, we’ll be exploring and sketching around the Angel area.
Meeting point : Outside Angel Station at 2pm
Join us as we capture the character of the area through drawing. All skill levels welcome just bring your materials and enjoy.
See you there
Fabiola
SUNDAY SECRET SKETCH LIFE DRAWING SALONS: 3.30-5.30pm
**A gem of a life drawing session in our secret hideaway - a good vibes intimate sit down drawing session with wonderful models and lighting**
Vaulty Towers really is a very special venue with a wonderful atmosphere- walk through the main bar with its glittery décor and down the little staircase into the twinkly hideaway downstairs where the life drawing magic happens!
As with all our drop in classes- expect professional tutors and models in an inspiring and unique space. With poses from 30 seconds to one hour- there is something for everyone. This is a general life drawing class with tuition for beginners and advice for those who are more experienced, all designed to encourage you to develop your own style and approach.
**Please don’t come to class if you feel ill- you can rebook to another date- just email info@londondrawing.com**
Materials available to buy, or bring your own- Paper 20p per sheet, charcoal 25p per stick
**Sunday Secret Sketch**
**Every Sunday**
**3.30-5.30pm**
**£15 / £10 students and under 25's**
**We also run [Saturday Secret Sketch session](https://londondrawing.com/buy-tickets-for-saturday-secret-sketch-including-session-information/)**
**11-1pm Every Saturday**
**And a second Sunday Secret Sketch**
**1-3pm every Sunday**
**Drop in and pay cash or paypal on the door**
**PayPal link:**
**[PayPal.Me](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/LondonDrawing)**
Or buy tickets here:
[BUY TICKETS HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sunday-secret-sketch-weekly-drop-in-life-drawing-waterloo-tickets-426778555147)
**Venue:**
**Vaulty Towers**
**34 Lower Marsh**
**London**
**SE1 7RG**
SUNDAY SECRET SKETCH LIFE DRAWING SALONS: 1-3pm
**A gem of a life drawing session in our secret hideaway - a good vibes intimate sit down drawing session with wonderful models and lighting**
Vaulty Towers really is a very special venue with a wonderful atmosphere- walk through the main bar with its glittery décor and down the little staircase into the twinkly hideaway downstairs where the life drawing magic happens!
As with all our drop in classes- expect professional tutors and models in an inspiring and unique space. With poses from 30 seconds to one hour- there is something for everyone. This is a general life drawing class with tuition for beginners and advice for those who are more experienced, all designed to encourage you to develop your own style and approach.
**Please don’t come to class if you feel ill- you can rebook to another date- just email info@londondrawing.com**
Materials available to buy, or bring your own- Paper 20p per sheet, charcoal 25p per stick
**Sunday Secret Sketch**
**Every Sunday**
**1-3pm**
**£15 / £10 students and under 25's**
**We also run [Saturday Secret Sketch session](https://londondrawing.com/buy-tickets-for-saturday-secret-sketch-including-session-information/)**
**11-1pm Every Saturday**
**And a second Sunday Secret Sketch**
**3.30-5.30pm every Sunday**
**Drop in and pay cash or paypal on the door**
**PayPal link:**
**[PayPal.Me](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/LondonDrawing)**
Or buy tickets here:
[BUY TICKETS HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sunday-secret-sketch-weekly-drop-in-life-drawing-waterloo-tickets-426778555147)
**Venue:**
**Vaulty Towers**
**34 Lower Marsh**
**London**
**SE1 7RG**
Saturday Afternoon Life Drawing & Painting LONG POSE
This is just a studio session, with no Zoom.
We will have a life model in the same pose for three hours in the afternoon, usually for two consecutive weeks.
This is an untutored session run by a professional painter who will always be happy to give advice.
Other than model breaks, usually every 25 minutes, we break for tea and cake at 3.30pm for twenty minutes.
Our studio is divided up into workstations or ‘positions’ and whilst each position has a good view of the model many artists prefer to be front and centre. (Actually, you often get a more interesting composition to the side of the room).
You can also just turn up at the studio on spec and find a place to paint.
Our studio has a light and friendly atmosphere. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, come and paint with us! We have a wonderful community of artists who join us each week.
Costs
From £20 – £25 per session
[More info and bookings here](https://www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk/product/saturday-morning-life-painting-drawing/)
Life Drawing long pose SHOGO models 5.30-7.30pm
Life drawing session with a range of poses for 15 mins before a 1hr+ long pose, with a break in the middle. Tutor led with tips and strategies for draughting over a longer period, in a logical, accessible way.
Material and half-time tea provided.
✏️ Free Sketch & Social
Join us for a relaxed sketching session from 2–4pm on Sundays followed by a warm drink and a chat in a nearby café. 😊
We usually meet at the V&A Museum or outside in a local park when the weather allows. Please check the location listed in the event details each week, as it may change depending on rain, sun, or gallery access.
This is a calm, informal, free meetup — you're welcome to draw at your own pace, chat a little, or just get into the flow. It’s open to all levels, from total beginners to experienced artists.
🖍️ Art materials:
In museums/galleries, we can only use dry, non-messy materials: pens, biros, colour pencils, markers, and fine liners (no paint, pastel, or charcoal).
In parks or outdoor spaces, feel free to bring paints, pastels, or whatever you like!
Bring your own sketchbook and materials, and come just as you are. We’d love to draw with you. ✨✏️☕
Life drawing & Portraiture NATALIE models 12.30-2.30pm
Accessible-format life drawing and portrait session with a range of poses from 2 minute tutor-led warm up exercises to 15 mins in the first half of the class with general tips and tuition.
In the second half, a long portrait pose of 35-40 mins with a demo/draw-along led by tutor Rod who will show and talk through the process of drawing a portrait in front of the class.
There is the option of doing a life drawing or a portrait as the model will be fully nude throughout. One-to-feedback given where required. Material and half-time tea provided.
Charcoal Drawing Events Near You
Connect with your local Charcoal Drawing community
Let's Draw and Craft Together!
Come sketch, draw, crochet, paint minis, or work on any other creative project! This is very casual—whether you are an experienced artist or just starting out, feel free to come and socialize. Bring your sketchbook, tablet, paints, yarn, crochet, or anything else you are working on!
Please bring your own supplies and make sure to leave the area clean when we leave. See you there!
Fountain Pens and Journals at a Bakery ☕️🥐
It’s hard to believe our group is 1 year old now!
Let’s have another great meetup to enjoy the hobby with each other and have a IFP&P birthday celebration!
Note: location may change.
Draw Together at the Quill & Crumb at the Folger Shakespeare Library
Shall we draw at Quill & Crumb, the cafe in the Folger's Great Hall? It's a gorgeous setting where we'll undoubtedly find many interesting things to draw. From the website:
"Quill & Crumb is located in the Folger’s historic Great Hall, which was originally designed by architect Paul Philippe Cret to resemble a gallery within a 16th-century English home. The Great Hall features strapwork plaster ceiling, oak-paneled walls, and intricately designed terracotta floors."
Look forward to meeting you there!
The Evening Art Society
Join us for a Friday evening of creative practice\* and cozy conversation!
Please visit the group page for details on event structure and what to expect: https://www.meetup.com/the-evening-art-society/?eventOrigin=your_groups
Guests are welcome, though we request that you please let us know how many to account for. We don't want to run out of snacks! Kids are also welcome, with the understanding that this is a shared space intended to be comfortable for all and conducive to creative work.
Reach out if you have any questions. We can't wait to see you!
\*Because we ultimately just want to provide a safe, warm space for our community to enjoy on a weekly basis, our definition of this is pretty broad. Want to curl up with a good book? Working on the next great American novel? Looking for a café-like hum as the backing track to doing your taxes? You're also welcome here!
🎨 Monthly Art Meetup at Oakton Library
Join us for a calm and cozy afternoon of creating together at Oakton Library. This is a relaxed social art meetup, not a class. No instruction, no pressure. Just time to focus, draw, paint, and connect.
We’re keeping this one intentionally small:
**Maximum 10 seats** for a more intimate creative space.
🗓 First Saturday of every month
🕐 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Oakton Library
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✨ **What to Expect**
This is quiet, focused art time with light conversation. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced artist, you’re welcome.
You’re free to come late or leave early.
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🖌 **What to Bring**
Bring any materials you enjoy working with. Keep setups clean and easy for a shared public space.
Suggested items:
* Sketchbook or loose paper
* Pencils, pens, markers, crayons
* Small watercolor or gouache setup
* iPad or tablet
* Crochet, journaling, calligraphy — any quiet creative work is welcome
Please avoid messy materials or anything with strong odors.
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📌 **Important**
Seats are limited to 10. Please RSVP to reserve your spot.
If you RSVP and can’t make it, let us know so someone else can join.
Cunning Crones of the Crossroads
This meeting we will be discussing our Crone superpowers. What we have gained or like to in this stage of life. How it is the same or different than we thought it would be.
We need a name. Lets name our group.
Welcome to all who identify as women—those in their wisdom years and those journeying toward them, embracing cycles of growth, transformation, and deepening self-awareness.
This space honors women celebrating the strength, creativity, and wisdom that unfold through each season of the feminine path.
In this circle, a crone is not defined by age but by attitude - someone who carries or seeks the wisdom, courage, and self-knowledge that comes with lived experience.
You are invited to join the Crone’s circle of women coming together to share wisdom, experience, and inspiration. This gathering offers a welcoming space for reflection, storytelling, and meaningful conversation about life’s journeys, challenges, and triumphs.
Whether you seek connection, personal growth, or simply a moment of peace among kindred spirits, this meeting is an opportunity to nurture your inner strength and celebrate the wisdom within us all.
Come as you are.
To guide and enrich our time together, we will be using books and other creative means—such as rituals ceremonies, journaling, art, and shared activities—to spark insight, deepen connection, and inspire personal growth.
Naming of the group will be done in circle.
Please bring a journal for our journey.
Books can be bought through Sticks and Stones.
The first book will be:
The Crone Zone: How to Get Older with Style, Nerve, and a Little Bit of Magic
by Nina G. Bargiel
Host: Cat
Entrance cost: $15
Cat
Cat began her spiritual journey in her late twenties, drawn to the transformative power of self-discovery and holistic healing. Trained in meditation, earth-based spirituality, yoga, massage, and energy work, she weaves together practices that nurture balance and connection. Her creative spirit finds expression through continued learning, ceremony, rituals, movement, art, crafts, and journaling, which she uses as tools for reflection and transformation. Deeply committed to creating community, Cat fosters spaces where individuals can share, heal, and grow together. Through her work, she continues to explore the harmony between energy, creativity, and the natural world.
Classical Nude Model/Long Pose- Model: TBA
**When**: Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 pm
**Where**: Pyramid Atlantic's Helen Frederick Gallery (2nd Floor)
Pyramid Atlantic Art Center\*
4318 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Convenient cheap parking in several nearby municipal parking lots including the lot near Franklins. Only 0.50cents/hour until 8pm; please enter through the rear doors.
**What**: Each Tuesday session begins with five 5-minute warm-up poses. We then draw from a sustained pose for the remainder of the session. Please bring your own art materials, paper and portable easel (if needed). Chairs and drawing boards provided.
**Cost**: $20/session or $75/5-session punch card
Walk-ins and late arrivals welcome, no experience necessary!
**Etc**.: Age 18+
**Contact**: Milena- hyattsvillefiguredrawing@gmail.com
\*Membership to Pyramid Atlantic, though not required, is enthusiastically encouraged!
[Pyramid Atlantic Membership](https://pyramidatlanticartcenter.org/support/membership/)
*We are not looking for new figure models at this time, no inquiries please. Thank you.*























