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Monument and Movement - Draw in the British Museum
\- Meet at 10:30 on the seats near the information desk in the Great Court\.
\- Individual tuition with helpful step by step explanations\, demonstrations as you draw in the galleries\.
\- Share your work with other students in the cafe are of the Great Court\, located nest to the Sainsbury Exhibitions Gallery\.
The British Museum houses sculptures from many different cultures, many of which are from elaborate monuments. Some have powerful and moving static presence, and others a lively sense of movement.
\- Understand the role statics and dynamics in the making of a drawing
\- Practise techniques for aligning forms and sensing proportions
\- Use a variety of lines and tones
\- Respond to the flow of rhythm
Thursday Mile End Basketball Pickup Game- Sign Up on www.basketble.com
• What we'll do
Want to Play Basketball in London?
Step 1. Visit our website [https://www.basketble.com](https://www.basketble.com)
Step 2. Find the game you want and sign up
Step 3: Get confirmation email and Come Out & Play
\*Note: You need to sign up on the website and the attendance is not monitored through meetup.
• What to bring
• Important to know
MONUMENT AND MOVEMENT- DRAW IN BRTISH MUSEUM
Please BOOK A FREE TICKET VISIT IN ADVANCE, on the British Museum website. This is to avoid queuing. I have a few spare tickets so you can message me with your email address or Whatsapp number if you want to use one of them.
Meet on the seats in the Great Court opposite the information desk. The event is free to join. Please consider contributing contribute £2 toward the cost of the event and for my time. Alternatively, I can provide tuition at a cost of £10 for the session.
All welcome! Please bring your own drawing materials. There are stools you can borrow.
Please note MUSEUM POLICY - use a hand-held pad and only draw with pencils.
We will draw in the galleries from 10.40 am.
We will meet again in the Great Court Cafe nearest the Egyptian Galleries at 12:30 pm.
Thursday 6.30pm, beginner/intermediate basketball game, Pimlico (central London)
Play basketball every Thursday after work in a modern central London sports hall. This is suitable for beginners and low intermediate level players. Normally 12-14 players every week.
You need to book your place on our website using a bank card, PayPal, or Apple Pay. Note that we manage bookings and post updates on the booking page on our website, not on meetup: https://playfit.co.uk/w/basketball/
CONTACT: If you have any questions or need help booking your place then message us on Whatsapp (https://wa.me/message/WMVRULBIR7TJA1) or send us an email through our website (https://playfit.co.uk/w/contact).
NEWSLETTER: Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed about upcoming recreational games, tournaments, leagues and coaching sessions, as well as events and exclusive offers: https://playfit.co.uk/newsletter
SLD Late Life Drawing!
DROP IN's WELCOME
*if you'd prefer to skip the queue and book in advance, you can purchase tickets [here](http://www.soholifedrawing.com/store/p81/Thursday_Drop-In_Life_Drawing%3A_1_Session.html)*
£13.00\*
Soho Life Drawing is a non-profit drawing group in central London that aims to make life drawing affordable and accessible. We believe that creativity is an essential part of well-being that is often stifled by the demands of busy schedules or fear due to lack of experience. We want to change that.
Whether you're a professional, student, or amateur artist you'll find yourself at home at Soho Life Drawing. Located in one of London's most central locations, our drop-in classes provide an easily accessible and nonjudgemental space for you to hone your life drawing skills. We offer a portfolio boosting mix of both short and long poses with new models every week, making us a great fit for professionals and novices alike. Our members come from literally all walks of life, so don't be afraid to drop by if you have no background in art--at Soho Life Drawing, you are guaranteed to find a supportive place to explore your artistic abilities.
Here's why you'll love Soho Life Drawing
It's a Great Space!--Our sessions are held at one of London's best kept secrets--the historic Quaker Meeting House, which provides an oasis of calm just minutes away from Leicester Square Station.
Short and Long Poses!--Our sessions begin with short, gestural poses and move up to a longer sustained pose. Our models are personally vetted professionals, and some of the best in the business.
No Need to Bring your own Supplies!--We provide clipboards, and pencils, paper, and rubbers are available on site.
Tea and Biscuits!--Yes, that's right. We provide tea and biscuits to keep your energy up during the breaks! Also, quite often homemade cookies!
Drop-ins Welcome!--No need to book in advance!
So come by and check us out—we look forward to seeing you there!
Timetable
6:30-7:30 PM Guided Life Drawing
Tea Break
7:30PM-7:40PM: Tea Break
7:40-8:40 PM: Life Drawing: Longer Poses
\*We charge by the Session: £15.00 1 Half; £18.00 2 Both Halves
For more about us please visit www.soholifedrawing.com
We also host private events. For more information visit www.privateartevents.co.uk
Thursday 7.30-9.30pm, 2 hours of basketball games, Pimlico (central London)
Play 2 hours of basketball every Thursday 7.30-9.30pm in this top central London sports hall. Friendly and competitive intermediate level.
You need to book your place on our website using a bank card, PayPal, or Apple Pay. Note that we manage bookings and post updates on the booking page on our website, not on meetup:
[https://playfit.co.uk/w/basketball/](https://playfit.co.uk/w/basketball/)
CONTACT: If you have any questions or need help booking your place then message us on Whatsapp (https://wa.me/message/WMVRULBIR7TJA1) or send us an email through our website (https://playfit.co.uk/w/contact).
NEWSLETTER: Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed about upcoming recreational games, tournaments, leagues and coaching sessions, as well as events and exclusive offers: https://playfit.co.uk/newsletter
Soho Life Drawing Thursdays!
DROP IN'S WELCOME
*If you'd like to book in advance, you can purchase tickets [here](http://www.soholifedrawing.com/store/p82/Thursday_Drop-In_Life_Drawing%3A_Both_Sessions.html) . Otherwise please bring cash as we are cash only*
£17.00 (cash, £1 surcharge for PayPal/card payments)
Soho Life Drawing is a non-profit drawing group in central London that aims to make life drawing affordable and accessible while paying our models a fair wage. We believe that creativity is an essential part of well-being that is often stifled by the demands of busy schedules or fear due to lack of experience. We want to change that.
Whether you're a professional, student, or amateur artist you'll find yourself at home at Soho Life Drawing. Located in one of London's most central locations, our drop-in classes provide an easily accessible and nonjudgemental space for you to hone your life drawing skills. We offer a portfolio boosting mix of both short and long poses with new models every week, making us a great fit for professionals and novices alike. Our members come from literally all walks of life, so don't be afraid to drop by if you have no background in art--at Soho Life Drawing, you are guaranteed to find a supportive place to explore your artistic abilities.
Here's why you'll love Soho Life Drawing
It's a Great Space!--Our sessions are held at one of London's best kept secrets--the historic Quaker Meeting House, which provides an oasis of calm just minutes away from Leicester Square Station.
Short and Long Poses!--Our sessions begin with short, gestural poses and move up to a longer sustained pose. Our models are personally vetted professionals, and some of the best in the business.
No Need to Bring your own Supplies!--We provide clipboards, and pencils, paper, and rubbers are available on site.
Tea and Biscuits!--Yes, that's right. We provide tea and biscuits to keep your energy up during the breaks! Also, quite often homemade cookies!
Drop-ins Welcome!--No need to book in advance!
So come by and check us out—we look forward to seeing you there!
6:30-7:30 PM Guided Life Drawing
7:30PM-8:30PM: Tea Break + Longer Poses
We also host private events. For more information visit www.privateartevents.co.uk
Sketching Events This Week
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Sketchbook: Tower of London
Let's sketch around The Tower of London!
Meet outside the Sundial at Tower Hill. Nice views of the Tower and Tower Bridge. A castle commissioned by William the Conqueror as a way to show the Anglos who was Le Chef.
Nearest Stops: Tower Hill/Fenchurch Street
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 1pm, sketch for a couple of hours and meet back and chat at 3pm. Hopefully the weather will be 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 :)
Springtime in Greenwich Park
Welcome to the first event of this new community ✍️🥾 We are an inclusive, friendly group of people who appreciate nature and have varying levels of art experience.
Spring is a magical time of year and Greenwich Park offers a unique tapestry of blooms. Whether you're captivated by the vibrant cherry blossoms or the delicate lichen and moss, this seasons flora and fauna are sure to inspire you!
This event is suitable for all, from total beginners to experienced artists. It is a welcoming space to ask others with help on composition, perspective and shading.
Please bring your own sketchbook and materials of your choice - everything from pencils, biros, markers to charcoal, pastels and paints.
Feel free to bring your own food and drink. We could also check out the local cafés ☕️
https://www.royalparks.org.uk/visit/parks/greenwich-park/food-drink
Let’s meet at St Mary’s Gate - anyone arriving after 11am, no worries, head towards the cherry blossoms 🌸🌱
Art club for Mental Well-being
A small, relaxed creative space in Primrose Hill to slow down, express, connect and reset before the week ahead.
This isn’t a taught class, and there’s no pressure to be “good” at art. It’s simply a quiet, non-judgemental environment where you can draw, paint, journal, or create in whatever way feels natural.
You’re welcome to sit quietly and focus on your own work, or chat with others if you feel like it.
Some materials will be available, but feel free to bring your own.
A £5 contribution is requested to help cover the cost of hall hire.
UNDOING LIFE DRAWING WITH WILFRID WOOD – 18 APRIL 2026
**Life Drawing is dead- Long live Life Drawing!**
**Undo your life drawing habits, cast side your ‘usual ways of doing things’, chuck proportion and getting it right out the window and throw caution to the wind – all in the pursuit of capturing the essence of the life model with the great Wilfrid Wood!**
Join us for a day of undoing and in doing so, getting to the heart of drawing from the model as we play and draw and experiment with drawing, materials and techniques. This day will build confidence in yourself and bring life and expression into your drawing.
A great refresh and injection of fresh ideas and approaches- and ideal for all levels of ability-
Join us!
More about Wilfrid Wood [here](https://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/wilfrid-wood-country-life-art-120623)
On instagram @wildfridwoodsculptor
**Saturday 18 April 2026**
**10-4pm**
**£95 Early Bird Tickets- Limited availability**
**£110**
**All materials included – you are also welcome to bring your own**
[MORE INFO & BOOKING](https://londondrawing.com/product/undoing-life-drawing-with-wilfrid-wood-18-april-2026/)
Weekly Stock Market Analysis using AI
Weekend stock market analysis.
If you like, you will have up to 15 min to talk to the group about your experience.
Agenda:
\- Introduce ourselves
\- Tools\, instruments and strategies \(from people experience\)
\- Volatility indicators
\- Automatic triggers
\- Market overview
\- AI usefull prompts
\- Feedback to the group
An engaging discussion on what happens on the market.
Price history analysis and a bit of coding where possible.
We want to find out how market moved and why.
And most important we speculate about the evolution of major stocks.
One of our favorit topics is also discussing inversment strategies.
About the host:
I am a software architect and passionate stock investor. Interested in all tech and market events.
What is your favorite investment strategy?
What are the advantages and disadvantages?
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**
Sketching Events Near You
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Prompt vs. Paintbrush
AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s?
This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation?
We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/55umjqta)
Afternoon Coffee Break!
(craft and chit chat included)🤣☕️🤗
**Let’s catch up and take an afternoon break.**
**Grab a coffee or snack and let’s chit chat! Gayle and I will bring adult coloring books and/or a simple craft if you’d like to unwind and relax.😊**
Saturday Mornings @ East Market
Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating.
Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator.
Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."
Ohio Paper Folders January folding session March 15th
Our monthly meeting will be Sunday April 19th 1-4 PM
This will be held at 4049 Garrett W Dr, Columbus, 43214
This is off of Olentangy River Rd, north of Riverside Hospital. This is the home of one of our members.
Everyone is welcome - beginner to expert. This is a casual folding session. People will teach a few models.
Shut Up & Write!® East Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
**SCHEDULE:**
6:45ish - Quick introductions
7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
8:00 - The End
**OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
**BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you!
**OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:**
* **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space!
* **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.






























