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Sketching Events Today
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Life Drawing. Morgue Models. £12.00
Model Morgue inspires us once again!
Link to Morgue's Instagram [@morgue_artmodel](https://www.instagram.com/morgue_artmodel/)
The session is held in the TRA Community Hall, Ground Floor, Simla House, Weston Street, SE1 3RL.
All abilities are welcome to draw and meet likeminded people. Two hours of active dynamic poses from 2 to 25 minutes.
£12.00 for the session. The group is run on a drop-in basis. Pay on the night. Cash or card.
Artists are advised to bring their own materials although a small amount will be available for emergency use.
I think that is everything but message me if you have any queries.
Kind regards,
Cliff
Kentish Town Basketball (Wednesday evening)
Join us every in Kentish Town for an evening of indoor basketball. Players of all skill levels are welcome to our friendly and competitive weekly match. Couple of points to be aware of:
* Wednesdays (7p-8pm)
* Kentish Town
* 5 v 5 (1 sub per team)
* All genders and skill levels welcome
* Confirmation of spot and address will be shared via WhatsApp
Please whatsapp Alex if you're interested in coming! 07816909832
See you out there!
EVERY WEDNESDAY *IN PERSON* Camberwell Life Drawing @The Cambria
HELLO HELLO!!
We'll be at the THE CAMBRIA today as per EVERY WEDNESDAY!! 🥳
🌟 We'll have wonderful professional Life Model modelling for us tonight
🌟 We'll run a SHORT or LONG POSES SESSION (depending on the week) with POSES from 2 to 30min.
🌟 Check out our INSTAGRAM page for more information!
https://www.instagram.com/Camberwell_life_drawing
ALL LEVELS WELCOME !
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Let's get together for some drawing and a glass of wine!!
Camberwell Life Drawing is a group for anyone that want to spend a lovely and chilled evening creating some art in a relaxed, friendly and bohemian atmosphere.
Untutored life drawing classes, every Monday (ar The Sun of Camberwell) & Wednesday (at The Cambria) evening from 7pm to 9pm.
https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/5/8/a/event_464082378.jpeg
*£14 per session (Cash or Card)*
Some materials will be provided but please feel free to bring your own too!
RSVP or drop-in on the night Latecomers are very welcome, too.
WE HAVE LIMITED SPACE SO COME EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT*
*WHY US?*
Untutored
Cozy room with beautiful lighting and Bohemian looking venue
Relaxed, friendly atmosphere and cool people!
All abilities welcome!! Don't be shy!!
A glass of wine/beer for the interval & pub for a post-session wind down chat and possibly another drink.
Background soft music
Like us on Facebook & Instagram for more informations!
https://www.facebook.com/camberwellifedrawing
https://www.instagram.com/Camberwell_life_drawing
Women's Basketball Scrimmage (Wednesday Night)
Our Women's only Basketball Scrimmage returns from Wednesday 13th September 2023
Two hours of non-stop scrimmage with good music and great vibes.
Just Basketball and fun - no drills!
£8 when block booking sessions - message for more details
Block booking sessions encouraged
10 sessions -£85
5 sessions - £45
£10 - Pay as you go - [Sportas](https://www.sportas.co.uk/games?gender=FEMALE&sportIds=1)
You can book **pay-as-you-go** sessions via Sportas but spaces are limited:
[https://www.sportas.co.uk/games?gender=FEMALE&sportIds=1](https://www.sportas.co.uk/games?gender=FEMALE&sportIds=1)
Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
7:30pm - 9:30pm @ King Solomon Academy
Penfold Street · London
NW1 6RX
**Please note that your space is not confirmed until payment has been made.**
Leytonstone Life Drawing @ THE OLD CROWN
**What we are about:**
Life drawing sessions every Wednesday 7.30pm-9.30pm
This class is for all drawing levels, aiming to improve your own drawing style and learning about drawing the human form and anatomy in a relaxed and friendly environment.
The class invites you to study guided or untutored with professional models in a variety of different poses. Usually we begin with a series of short poses and warm up exercises from 1min to 5mins. Followed by longer studies of 10, 15 and 20mins.
We have a small break and the we’ll continue with a 25 min pose and concluding with a 20 minute pose.
A different model each week
All levels welcome
Guidance given/optional
Drawing materials and paper provided and included in the price.
We are a friendly, welcoming, sociable group.
Price:
Drop-in, single session £15 - weekly sessions
art materials and paper provided
You can pay by cash or use this pay pal link : // [paypal.me/CreativeLifeDrawing](http://paypal.me?CreativeLifeDrawing)
please choose - pay friends and family members
If you like to secure your spot you can pay via this meet-up site but they will add some additional fees.
CreativeLifeDrawing
[J_wolfmail@yahoo.com](mailto:J_wolfmail@yahoo.com)
Jennifer Wolf
1hr Wednesday Night 🏀 Basketball in Hoxton 🔥
Join our weekly social basketball run, full court 5 v 5 with 1 sub on each team, all levels welcome!
Please join this game using the free GameOn Active app ([download here](https://gameonactive.co.uk/connect.html)) which is a free app we use to organise the run.
Britannia Leisure Centre is about 5 mins walk from Hoxton overground station.
On arrival, please let reception know that you are there for a basketball session and you will be let through, at the courts please ask for Jimmy. We look forward to balling with you there!
Sketching Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
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/)
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 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)
Sketching Events Near You
Connect with your local Sketching community
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."
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.😊**
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.
Detroit Professionals Character Matched Speed Dating
**🫶 Detroit Speed Dating – Personality Matched & Hosted on Zoom**
For this online speed dating version, the host and the people in the room matter as much as the agenda. The experience is designed to feel guided, welcoming, and social.
A straightforward, fun way to meet local singles without stepping out. Each round is a brief one-on-one Zoom chat with a Detroit local paired by age and personality. A host keeps the pace comfortable.
**Register under your age group:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=downtown-local-singles-mixer-and-mingle&ar=18-32&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=downtown-local-singles-mixer-and-mingle&ar=30-46&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=downtown-local-singles-mixer-and-mingle&ar=40-58&face_v=3.0)
**⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Spots are limited.
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🎯 **Great fit for:**
- First-timers new to speed dating
- 🚀 People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation
- 🎯 Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings
🧭 **How the session runs**
1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above.
2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening.
3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest.
4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Detroit locals.
**At a glance**
- **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured
- **Location:** Wherever you're comfortable – no venue, no travel
- **Host:** Experienced host steering the session
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**Do I need experience?**
Not at all. The host walks you through everything.
**How long are the chats?**
**What's the personality quiz for?**
**Is my info private?**
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✨ Register, take the quiz, and connect with Detroit locals tonight. 💘 ✨
Compressed version with the essentials only.
Built for clarity over length.
🤝 **Community angle**
- The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join
- The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly
- Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum
It is meant to feel like the start of ongoing relationships, not just a single session on the calendar.
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
The topic for April is "Water"
Speak Easy: true stories, told live.
The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast.
Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect.
The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!






























