More news for International Urban Sketchers Week May 1 – 7

FREE Zoom session:

May 1. Be sure to sign up for the “Gearing Up for Urban Sketching” FREE Zoom Presentation with Kim Fjordbotten of The Paint Spot. Wednesday May 1 from 6:30pm to 8pm. A great way to kick off International Urban Sketching Week!

This Zoom session blends technical know-how with a dash of humor, focusing on rapid, expressive sketching and the art of traveling light. Our street-wise expert will guide you, emphasizing efficiency and the joy of capturing urban life. Whether you’re refining your skills or starting fresh, we promise practical tips, encouragement, and a minimalist approach to tools.

Instagram contest for $100 gift card:

May 1 to 7. Post photos of you and your friends while out in Old Strathcona drawing together; looking at sketchbooks during your meet-up; or sharing a sketch in progress. Please post on Instagram and use the hashtags #USKWeek2024 and tag @thepaintspot. Then you’ll be entered into a random draw for a $100 gift card to use at The Paint Spot for art supplies or art classes.

Per Instagram’s rules, this giveaway is not associated with Instagram, Inc. in any way and is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram, Inc. By entering, you confirm that you are 13+ years of age, you agree with Instagram’s terms of use, and you release Instagram of any responsibility. Contest closes May 7 at midnight and the winner will be announced on May 8 by noon. The winner will notified by direct message and the gift card will be picked up at The Paint Spot.

Share your art in the online gallery:

May 1 to 7. Please share your images of Old Strathcona created during #USKWeek2024. This is an online gallery curated by you. Use this form to quickly upload your images and it will update live immediately. We will share this link via social media and e-newsletters for you see what everyone else is drawing too!

Thanks to The Paint Spot for all the great partnering they have done with us for International Urban Sketchers Week. Be sure to support them for your sketching needs – buy local!