24 July 2024

July Sketchwalk at Youth Park

Hi Sketchers!
We will be heading to Somerset this month! Let's meet an sketch at Somerset Youth Park, a tranquil green oasis located in the heart of Orchard Road.
The Somerset Youth Park is part of the Somerset Belt envisioned as a vibrant precinct for the youth, and a revamp is in the pipeline for this area. Read more here: https://www.straitstimes.com/.../somerset-road-to-have...
Some of the places that you may want to sketch:
- Somerset Youth Park
- The Red Bus
- Shophouses at Devonshire Road
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๐—ง-๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐˜ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—น๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป
For those who pre-ordered your USK t-shirt, we are excited to announce that the shirts are ready for collection this Saturday!
Collection details:
- Collection point: Outside Overjoyed Art Store @ Cineleisure
(https://g.co/kgs/54SvKsD)
- Collection timing: 11am - 12pm
Please have your order details with you during collection.
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๐—˜๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐——๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—น๐˜€:
Date: 27th July 2024
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Nearest MRT station: Somerset MRT
Meeting point: Somerset Youth Park
Throwdown location will be confirmed closer to the event date.
Address: 121 Somerset Rd, Singapore 238166
https://maps.app.goo.gl/j7YFq3w6Vb2omB4ZA
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In light of the COVID situation, mask wearing is optional. We urge everyone to remain cautious. Let's all play a part to stay safe!
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๐—œ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—ก๐—ผ๐˜๐—ฒ:
By participating this Event, you agreed with the followings:
1. My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.
2. I am aware of and agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with the Event and I will not hold Urban Sketchers Singapore (USkSG) and any admin/organiser responsible or liable in any way for and will not commence any action arising from the Event, or claim for any loss and/or damage (including, without limitation, personal injury and/or property damage) caused by or sustained as a result of my participation in the Event.
3. I will indemnify USkSG and keep USkSG indemnified against all losses, claims, demands, actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, and any other liability arising in any way from my participation in the above Event.
4. For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.
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๐—ง๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜†:
9.30am: Short briefing at Somerset Youth Park*
12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.20pm: Show and Tell (Location to be confirmed closer to date)
*Please note that location of Short briefing and Show and Tell are subjected to change, depending on the weather for the day.
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๐—œ๐—ป๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜†:
1. Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
2. Challenge yourself to explore hidden corners that hasn't been seen/drawn yet; this will also help prevent too many of us crowding the same perching points.
3. Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ก๐š๐ฌ๐ก๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ฌ #๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ค๐ฌ๐  — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
4. Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
5. Happy sketching!! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
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๐—–๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐˜๐˜€:
Event banner by Gloria Neo


02 July 2024

Result of June Sketchwalk at Singapore Maritime Gallery

Thank you sketchers for comin’ out and sketchin’ up a storm, quite literally! ๐Ÿคฃ Thank You so much Team @maritime_sg for...

Posted by Urban Sketchers Singapore on Saturday 29 June 2024

25 June 2024

June Sketchwalk at Maritime Gallery

Urban Sketchers Singapore x Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Hello sketchers! We have a special collaboration sketch event with @maritimesg at the Singapore Maritime Gallery this Saturday (29 June).

Located on the second floor of Marina South Pier, the Singapore Maritime Gallery offers visitors a deep dive into Singapore’s rich maritime history, tracing its journey from humble beginnings to becoming a global maritime hub. You can also access the Marina South Pier Rooftop to enjoy panoramic views of the Singapore Straits and the bustling pier activities, which connect passengers to Singapore’s southern islands. More info: https://go.gov.sg/sg-maritime-gallery

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Event details:

Date: 29 June 2024, Saturday
Time: 9.30am – 12.15pm (Wrap up session 12.15pm – 12.45pm)
Nearest MRT station: Marina South Pier Station, Exit B.
Meeting point: Marina South Pier, 31 Marina Coastal Drive, Level 2, Fort Canning Room, S018988 (Next to Singapore Maritime Gallery)

NB: Do use public transport to get to SMG as parking lots are scarce. If you drive, do park at Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore (about a 10 min walk away).

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Instructions for the day:

Please gather at Fort Canning Room for the welcome brief starting at 9.30am.
Kindly bring your own drawing materials.

Use the hashtag #usksgxmpa to share your sketches online and showcase your artistic creations from the event.

Post about your sketching experience and tag @maritime_sg for a chance to participate in MPA’s giveaway.

Winners will be announced at the end of the event.

Happy sketching!

27 May 2024

Result of May Sketchwalk at Capitol

An incredible turnout at the Capitol for our collab sketchwalk in conjunction with the Singapore HeritageFest 2024!...

Posted by Urban Sketchers Singapore on Sunday 26 May 2024

24 May 2024

Sketchwalk to celebrate Singapore HeritageFest 2024


Urban Sketchers Singapore x Capitol Singapore
Hello sketchers! This month we have TWO special collaboration sketchwalks with Perennial Holdings at CHIJMES (18 May) and the Capitol (25 May) in conjunction with the Singapore HeritageFest 2024 (https://www.sgheritagefest.gov.sg/?gad_source=1).
For the second sketchwalk on 25 May, we will be visiting Capitol Singapore (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitol_Singapore). The front facade of the Capitol Building anchors the junction of Stamford Road and North Bridge Road across from Raffles Place. Once known as the Namazie Mansions, it now houses the Capitol Kempinski Hotel (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitol_Building,_Singapore). Right behind it is the old Capitol Theatre, one of the grandest theatres in Singapore in the 1930s.
Time: 9.30am - 12:30pm
Nearest MRT station: City Hall (NS25/EW13)
Meeting point: Outdoor Plaza, Capitol Singapore
Address: 13 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178905
https://maps.app.goo.gl/pDVRu1CdLtVmX5q76
*Please bring your own drawing materials. Participants will enjoy special post-event lunch deals. Happy sketching!
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Timeline for the day:
9.30am: Welcome brief
9.45am: Start sketching!
1215pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.30pm: Show and Tell at Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza
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Instructions for the day:
1. Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
2. Challenge yourself to explore hidden corners that hasn't been seen/drawn yet; this will also help prevent too many of us crowding the same perching points.
3. Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ก๐š๐ฌ๐ก๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ฌ #๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ค๐ฌ๐  — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
4. Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
5. Happy sketching!! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
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๐‘ฐ๐’Ž๐’‘๐’๐’“๐’•๐’‚๐’๐’• ๐‘ต๐’๐’•๐’†:
By participating this Event, you agreed with the followings:
1. My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.
2. I am aware of and agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with the Event and I will not hold Urban Sketchers Singapore (USkSG) and any admin/organiser responsible or liable in any way for and will not commence any action arising from the Event, or claim for any loss and/or damage (including, without limitation, personal injury and/or property damage) caused by or sustained as a result of my participation in the Event.
3. I will indemnify USkSG and keep USkSG indemnified against all losses, claims, demands, actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, and any other liability arising in any way from my participation in the above Event.
4. For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.
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Credits:
Event banner by Edric Hsu 

27 April 2024

Urban Sketchers Week 1 to 7 May 2024

International Urban Sketchers Week 2024 is a global celebration of on-location drawing, and runs from 1-7 May every...

Posted by Urban Sketchers Singapore on Saturday 27 April 2024

26 April 2024

April Sketchwalk at i12 in the East

Urban Sketchers Singapore x Sound of Art
Hello sketchers! This month we have a special collaboration with Sound of Art bringing you special access to sketch and tour inside the Sound of Art Gallery #02-19 at Katong i12, discounted vouchers to dine at Bistro Bytes. Details as follows:
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๐Ÿ‘‰ Perk 1:
Access to Sound of Art Gallery #02-19
Sketch from full glass windows overlooking Katong Shophouses
Air conditioned
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๐Ÿ‘‰ Perk 2:
[Optional] Sound of Art Gallery Tour
11:45am to 12:30pm
Gather at Sound of Art Gallery #02-19 at 11:40am to join the tour
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๐Ÿ‘‰ Perk 3:
Bistro Bytes #02-12/14
Have some food and sketch!
Promo code: urbansk5
$5 off minimum spend of $10
Can be used on-site at the Kiosk or on the KLIK app
Valid on 27th April for up to 80 redemptions
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But of course you can also choose to sketch outside the mall, and around the neighbourhood. ๐Ÿ™‚ There's the Old Katong Red House Bakery nearby, an iconic architecture sketchers like to sketch.
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Time: 9.30am - 1pm
Nearest MRT station: Paya Lebar (EW8/CC9)
Meeting point: Pop Palette, L2, #02-19, i12 Katong
Address: 112 E Coast Rd, Singapore 428802
https://maps.app.goo.gl/F2HT9ttRLQyDvfM39
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Timeline for the day:
9.30am: Welcome brief by Patrick (USkSG) and Galven (Sound of Art)
9.45am: Start sketching!
11.45am: [Optional] Sound of Art Gallery Tour #02-19
1215pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.30pm: Show and Tell at Pop Palette, L2, #02-19, i12 Katong
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Instructions for the day:
1. Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
2. Challenge yourself to explore hidden corners that hasn't been seen/drawn yet; this will also help prevent too many of us crowding the same perching points.
3. Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ก๐š๐ฌ๐ก๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ฌ #๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ค๐ฌ๐  — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
4. Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
5. Happy sketching!! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
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๐‘ฐ๐’Ž๐’‘๐’๐’“๐’•๐’‚๐’๐’• ๐‘ต๐’๐’•๐’†:
By participating this Event, you agreed with the followings:
1. My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.
2. I am aware of and agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with the Event and I will not hold Urban Sketchers Singapore (USkSG) and any admin/organiser responsible or liable in any way for and will not commence any action arising from the Event, or claim for any loss and/or damage (including, without limitation, personal injury and/or property damage) caused by or sustained as a result of my participation in the Event.
3. I will indemnify USkSG and keep USkSG indemnified against all losses, claims, demands, actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, and any other liability arising in any way from my participation in the above Event.
4. For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.
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Credits:
Event banner by Phyllis Chong

27 March 2024

March Sketchwalk at Wisma Geylang Serai

Hi Sketchers, in view of upcoming Hari Raya Puasa, we're heading to Geylang Serai to sketch and bask in the festivities!
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In light of the COVID situation, mask wearing is optional. We urge everyone to remain cautious. Let's all play a part to stay safe!
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Date: Saturday, 30 March 2024
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Nearest MRT station: Paya Lebar (EW8/CC9)
Meeting point: Wisma Geylang Serai (Meet at the main entrance just next to the market, there's a big space there)
Address: 1 Engku Aman Turn, Singapore 408528
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y4zdZUVcFhi7Uo3x9
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๐‘ฐ๐’Ž๐’‘๐’๐’“๐’•๐’‚๐’๐’• ๐‘ต๐’๐’•๐’†:
By participating this Event, you agreed with the followings:
1. My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.
2. I am aware of and agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with the Event and I will not hold Urban Sketchers Singapore (USkSG) and any admin/organiser responsible or liable in any way for and will not commence any action arising from the Event, or claim for any loss and/or damage (including, without limitation, personal injury and/or property damage) caused by or sustained as a result of my participation in the Event.
3. I will indemnify USkSG and keep USkSG indemnified against all losses, claims, demands, actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, and any other liability arising in any way from my participation in the above Event.
4. For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.
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Timeline for the day:
9.30am: Short briefing at Wisma Geylang Serai
12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.20pm: Show and Tell at Wisma Geylang Serai*
*Please note that location of Short briefing and Show and Tell are subjected to change, depending on the weather for the day.
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Instructions for the day:
1. Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
2. Challenge yourself to explore hidden corners that hasn't been seen/drawn yet; this will also help prevent too many of us crowding the same perching points.
3. Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ก๐š๐ฌ๐ก๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ฌ #๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ค๐ฌ๐  — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
4. Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
5. Happy sketching!! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
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Credits:
Event banner by Alfonso Paronda