That’s a wrap! A huge thanks to the USk Education Committee Consultants for volunteering their time and sharing their expertise. In recent weeks they have assessed over 200 proposals submitted for the programming of the 15th International Urban Sketchers Symposium taking place in Toronto 4-7 August 2027. Follow our symposium Instagram for updates. Also, check […]
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USK Workshop with Brindarica BoseNovember/December 2026 (ZĆ¼rich, Switzerland) About the workshop: Ferrari on Paper introduces a fast, spontaneous approach to urban sketching, focusing on drawing directly from observation with confidence and clarity. The session explores how speed, intention, and simplicity can transform everyday moments into lively sketches. Participants will complete four rapid observational sketches and […]
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USk grant funding from $250 to $1000 is now available to support the Urban Sketchers (USk) Youth Grant – a special program created to stimulate educational efforts directed at younger sketchers aged 13-19 years. A priority for Urban Sketchers is educating the next generation about the value of on-location drawing and becoming a part […]
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Are you aged between 18 and 25? And are you passionate about reportage and visual storytelling? Then you might be one of a new amazing group ofĀ #USkEmergingStorytellers! #USkEmergingStorytellers is an official Urban Sketchers Program to showcase reportage artists and visual storytellers aged 18-25. Weāre on a mission to empower and celebrate the next generation […]
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Urban Sketchers is pleased to announce that Christina Wald has joined the Urban Sketchers Executive Board as Communications Director. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Christina co-founded Urban Sketchers Cincinnati in 2017 and has been volunteering with the international USk Social Media team since 2017. A designer, illustrator, educator, and author, Christina brings extensive experience in visual […]
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Remember to select FULL SCREEN. To read Drawing Attention as a scrollable pdf, click HERE. Drawing Attention, the official zine of the Urban Sketchers organization, communicates and promotes official USk workshops, symposiums, sketchwalks, news and events; shares news about USk chapters; and educates readers about the practice of on-location sketching.
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Every Urban Sketchers event begins with a sketchbook but what makes our community special isn’t just what we draw. It’s how we treat one another. Whether you’re joining your very first sketchwalk or attending your tenth Urban Sketchers Symposium, we all play a part in creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, and safe. […]
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Temperatures are expected to remain high during the Symposium. To help everyone stay comfortable, healthy, and enjoy the event, we invite all participants to take a few simple precautions. Stay hydrated Drink water regularly throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Refill your bottle whenever possible. Seek shade and cool spaces Whenever […]
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To ensure a safe and efficient arrival experience for all participants, security screening will be conducted at the entrance to the Symposium Hub. Please remember to: ā¢ Empty your pockets and place metallic items in the tray provided.ā¢ Present your bag open for visual inspection.ā¢ Inform security staff if you wear a cardiac medical device […]
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During the Symposium, Espace Patrimoine will serve as one of our local partner venues in the heart of Toulouse, just steps from the Garonne River. Located at 8 place de la Daurade, this cultural space is an excellent place to learn more about Toulouse, its history, architecture, and heritage, while discovering resources to help […]
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Welcome to Sketcher ID! A free badge for anyone who sketches on location Ā What is it?Ā Sketcher ID is a completely free tool that lets you create a personalized badge with your name, country flag, and a QR code. The QR code links to information on public sketching activities and meetup spots during the […]
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USK Workshop ā September 2026 (Oslo, Norway) About the workshop: Build confidence in urban sketching with pen and watercolor, focusing on fast and loose lines, clear color choices, and trusting your instincts. Youāll learn practical techniques to work faster, hesitate less, and further develop your own sketching style. In his workshop Ruud guides you with […]
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