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[Meetup Info] Let's Sketch at Vancouver Maritime Museum

  Let’s meet and sketch at the Vancouver Maritime Museum! ๐Ÿ“At the entrance of Vancouver Maritime Museum https://maps.app.goo.gl/3ShtYfpvWvKVg9Xh9 ๐Ÿ“…Saturday, November 15th, 2025 Meetup ๐Ÿ• 1 pm Sketch Throwdown ๐Ÿ• 3:15 pm *We will update closer to the date if anything changes.  Located in Vanier Park, the Vancouver Maritime Museum showcases the rich maritime history of the Pacific Northwest and the Arctic. Its main exhibition is the St. Roch, the first vessel to travel the North West Passage from west to east. The museum features an extensive collection of maritime artifacts. It will be a fun experience to explore and learn life on the oceans! If the weather permits, you can also sketch outdoors in Vanier Park or along the seawall, which offers stunning waterfront views. The museum building itself can be an interesting subject to sketch. Admission fee: Adult: $22 + GST Student/Senior/Youth: $17.50 + GST Children 5 & under: free with a paying adult Note that you can get a 2...

[Meetup Info] Let's Sketch on Granville Island with Steven Reddy

  Let’s meet and sketch on Granville Island with the guest artist, Steven Reddy! ๐Ÿ“Off the Tracks Cafe https://maps.app.goo.gl/f8qHdFJREF3LAztC9 ๐Ÿ“† Saturday, November 1st, 2025 Meetup ๐Ÿ• 1 pm Sketch Throwdown ๐Ÿ• 3:15 pm *We will update closer to the date if anything changes. LET’S MEET UP just outside Off the Tracks Cafe (1363 Railspur Alley) at 1:00 p.m. You can remain there or go elsewhere to draw. Then we will gather again, at the same place at 3:15 p.m., to share our work and chat. We will also have an out of town guest joining us. Steven Reddy is a well known Seattle-based urban sketch artist, illustrator and author. Granville Island has ample subject matter both inside and out: the Public Market, the Net Loft, under the bridge, around industrial-looking Ocean Cement, the little ferries, and of course lots of people. Useful link for getting to Granville Island. https://granvilleisland.com/directions-and-parking Don’t forget your sketching supplies. Some people might like to b...

[Meetup Info] Let's Sketch at the Roundhouse - Diwali Edition

 Let's sketch together and discover a bit of Diwali at the Roundhouse in Yaletown! ๐Ÿ“Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre *Meet between the rear entrance of the Roundhouse (near the washrooms) and the information desk. https://maps.app.goo.gl/NVjUDBUTRypssCdH6 ๐Ÿ“† Saturday, October 25th, 2025 Meetup ๐Ÿ• 2 pm Sketch Throwdown ๐Ÿ• 4:30 pm *We will update closer to the date if anything changes. This vibrant South Asian event will include traditional and contemporary lively South Asian music & dance performances, a festive Diwali market, food Trucks, Rangoli, Diwali Arts & Crafts etc - All this should provide lots of good subject material to sketch! Things To Bring: art supplies water a collapsible stool or chair an umbrella and / or a hat, in case of rain or shine How to Get There: Using public transit is recommended. Right across Yaletown-Roundhouse Station on the Canada Line. This is a free public event, BUT you have to register online to get free entry tickets. For ...

[Meetup Info] Let’s sketch at Cathedral Square, Downtown Vancouver

  Let' Sketch At Cathedral Square in Downtown Vancouver! ๐Ÿ“In front of Holy Rosary Cathedral, Downtown Vancouver https://maps.app.goo.gl/6GoR9PKg2VusjTxw9 ๐Ÿ“† Saturday, September  27th, 2025 Meetup ๐Ÿ• 1 pm Sketch Throwdown ๐Ÿ• 3:15 pm *We will update closer to the date if anything changes. Join us for a relaxed sketching session at Cathedral Square, located directly across from the iconic Holy Rosary Cathedral in downtown Vancouver. The public plaza offers a rich mix of architectural and urban elements that make it a perfect spot for sketching. **RAIN PLAN**  If the weather turns, we’ll move indoors to the Vancouver Public Library, a fantastic space with unique architectural features, grand interiors, and indoor activity that are perfect for sketching. Sketching Subjects: The surrounding plaza and urban environment – benches, trees, fountains, and architectural details of the Holy Rosary Cathedral People and everyday life – capture candid moments of locals and visitors inte...

[Meetup Info] Let’s sketch at the Shipyards, North Vancouver

 Let’s meet and sketch at the Shipyards, North Vancouver! ๐Ÿ“In front of The Polygon Gallery entrance https://maps.app.goo.gl/xo3xB3chk8Rr4fVRA ๐Ÿ“† September 13th, 2025 Meetup ๐Ÿ• 1 pm Sketch Throwdown ๐Ÿ• 3:30 pm **We will update closer to the date if anything changes. The Shipyards is a world-class mixed-use development on the North Vancouver waterfront. The site is named after the Wallace Shipyards, which dates back to the First World War. You can find various sketchworthy subjects like: Activity in and around the Shipyard Commons The Lonsdale Quay, with its busy market vibe Floating dry dock or nearby boats Skyline views of Downtown Vancouver Meeting Point: The meeting location is in front of the Polygon Gallery's overhang where a bunch of benches are. We will gather at 1pm and spread out around North Vancouver's Shipyard area and come back to the same spot at 3:30pm to share our works. Public bathrooms are available nearby. Things To Bring: • Art supplies • A collapsible stool...

[Meetup Info] Let’s sketch at Coal Harbour

  Let’s meet and sketch at Coal Harbour! ๐Ÿ“Jack Poole Plaza in front of the Olympic Cauldron https://maps.app.goo.gl/G6WkVetqQxHEyjYo8 ๐Ÿ“…Saturday, August 30th, 2025 Meetup ๐Ÿ• 1pm Sketch Throwdown ๐Ÿ• 3:30 pm **We will update closer to the date if anything changes. Join us for a sketching session at Vancouver’s stunning Coal Harbour! This lively waterfront area blends modern architecture with breathtaking mountain and ocean views. From the seawall to the marina, you’ll find plenty of sketch-worthy subjects, including yachts, seaplanes, the Vancouver Convention Centre, and the iconic sails of Canada Place. We may also capture people strolling, cyclists along the seawall, or the reflections of high-rises shimmering on the water. Meeting Point: We’ll meet in front of Jack Poole Plaza, right by the Olympic Cauldron at 1:00 pm, before we head toward Coal Harbour together. How to Get There: Public transit: The closest SkyTrain station is Waterfront Station (Expo, Canada, and SeaBus connect...