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Sketchbook: Buckingham Palace

Sat, Aug 29, 10:00 AM

From Sketchbook London

4.9

Let’s sketch BUCKINGHAM PALACE!! This is it, the grand daddy herself, the beating heart of the Empire, the former silkworm farm turned tourist mecca. Bucky Bucky Pal Pal. what3words address to help you find this specific location. Tap to see exactly where it is: https://w3w.co/wiser.bugs.nurses Let’s meet in front of the Victoria Monument out the front of the Palace at 11am, I'll wait for a bit for any stragglers and then we can all meet again at the same spot at 13.00 and compare sketches afterwards! This area can get busy as all hell with all manner of horses and processions so if plans change or something mad happens on the day ill try and let you know! Nearest Tube Stop: Victoria/ Charing Cross/ Hyde Park Corner 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. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 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 :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ## Sketchbook London Meetup Code of Conduct **Everyone is welcome.** We aim to provide a friendly, inclusive and respectful space to sketch, learn and meet others. By attending, you agree to: * Treat all attendees, venue staff and members of the public with courtesy and respect. * Not engage in harassment, discrimination, bullying, hate speech, intimidation, unwanted sexual attention, aggressive behaviour, or any conduct that makes another person feel unsafe or unwelcome. * Respect personal boundaries, consent, privacy and the venue’s rules. * Follow reasonable safety instructions from the organiser and venue staff. * Take reasonable care of your own belongings, equipment and personal safety. * Raise concerns with the organiser promptly, so that they can be addressed where reasonably possible. The organiser may ask anyone who breaches this code to stop the behaviour, leave the event, or be excluded from future meetups. Serious threats, violence or unlawful conduct may be reported to venue security or the police

37 attendees

🌅Messy Is Welcome – Last Summer Session 🌅🎨 Sunset Painting Session #5

Fri, Sep 25, 5:40 PM

From Messy Is Welcome

5.0

🎨**Messy Is Welcome – Last Summer Session 🌅🎨** **Sunset Painting Session #5** A gentle creative space with no pressure to perform. Join us on 25/09 for an evening of painting, music, sunset and quiet company in East London. This isn't an art class — there's no need to be good at drawing or painting. You can chat, stay quiet, create freely, listen to music or simply enjoy being in the space as you are. Bring: 🧺 A blanket 🍓 Food or snacks (if you'd like) 🎶 Your favourite songs or playlists to share ✨ Good vibes, relaxation and optional socialising to gently start the weekend and take a break from work pressures. **Everyone is welcome** — beginners, overthinkers, quiet people, curious people and anyone looking for a softer, more human way to connect locally. A £8 donation is kindly requested to cover materials (cash or bank transfer accepted). 📍 East London (exact location shared after booking) Messy sketches, unfinished paintings and quiet company are always welcome. Follow @**messyiswelcome** for updates and future sessions.

4 attendees

Life Drawing. Caroline Models. £14.00.

Wed, Sep 2, 6:00 PM

From London Bridge Life Drawing

4.9

Dynamic model Caroline returns! Link to Caroline's Instagram [@caroline_spang](https://www.instagram.com/caroline_spang/) Unfortunately, due to increasing costs, I have had to raise the price per session to £14.00. I might add this is the first increase since 2020. 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. £14.00 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

1 attendee

Life Drawing. Lorenzo Models. £14.00.

Wed, Sep 9, 6:00 PM

From London Bridge Life Drawing

4.9

Lorenzo returns! Link to Lorenzo's Instagram [@anewlifemodel](https://www.instagram.com/anewlifemodel/) 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. £14.00 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

1 attendee

Drink & Draw

Wed, Sep 2, 6:00 PM

From London Arts & Entertainment Meetup Group

4.7

Fancy a drawing class that doesn’t bore you to death? Want to learn how to do art? Join us for our amazing Drink & Draw class in Balham with our brilliant community and real-life artist! Sip on a FREE beverage as you learn some new skills, chat with some fun people and make drawings you’ll be proud of. **What If I’m Shit At Drawing?** Then you should have signed up 10 minutes ago! Trust me, everyone can draw, you’ve just never been shown how. These classes are beginner-friendly and super inclusive so you’ll feel right at home (even if you’re s\*\*\*\*\*\*g a brick slightly about being the ‘newbie’). **When?** This class takes place on the first Wednesday of every month from 7 pm-8:30 pm (except Jan & Feb). **What's Included?** * All materials * A brilliant instructor * A free drink **What Will I Learn?** You’ll look at different techniques each month and make masterpieces that look like a professional drew it! You’ll learn how to shade, measure and create a masterpiece - even if you’ve never drawn before in your life! **Meet The Host** ArtistAnd is a wellbeing & art company run by China Jordan. Founded in 2019, ArtistAnd helps improve people's wellbeing by giving them the confidence to practise art and improve their creative skills. With an inclusive environment and atmosphere, ArtistAnd now teaches in corporate settings as well as classes online and in person for the public. **Age Limit** 18+ **Can't make this class?** That’s ok! Sometimes these things happen so we try our best to accommodate you. There is a limited number of tickets per class and we do get fully booked so if you do need to reschedule, please give 72 hours' notice so we can rearrange your class. Refunds are not available. Feel free to email me at [china@artistand.co.uk](mailto:china@artistand.co.uk)

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THE BODY EXQUISITE: SHIBARI LIFE DRAWING SALON 19 AUGUST

Tue, Aug 18, 6:00 PM

From London Drawing Life Drawing Meetup

4.7

**THE BODY EXQUISITE: SHIBARI LIFE DRAWING SALON 19 AUGUST** **The Body Exquisite – now in its 10th year- is a series of beautiful Shibari drawing events in one of the most atmospheric spaces in London** Drawing with incredible performers, each salon is unique with a different feel, dynamic and emotional quality- all set against a bespoke soundtrack by Tom Visual Sound For this salon we will be drawing with the incredible burgundy_rose_ and blushing.tiger Let us take you by the hand into the fabulously atmospheric chambers of The Crypt for a candle lit life drawing session of very special drawing. This is a completely immersive drawing experience and a chance to observe the incredibly close relationship between model and rigger, the physical and emotional experience of the model, the vulnerability and strength and sheer physicality of the body suspended. A truly beautiful and unforgettable evening of drawing. The Body Exquisite Drawing Salon Wednesday 19 August 7-9.30pm £25 Early Bird tickets – [INFO & BOOKING ](https://londondrawing.com/product/the-body-exquisite-shibari-life-drawing-salon-19-august/) All materials included- or bring your own Venue: The Crypt Gallery, Euston Road, London, NW1 2BA How to get to the Crypt

1 attendee

FIGURATIVE WATERCOLOUR – TWO DAY INTENSIVE WITH AARON JACOB JONES

Tue, Sep 1, 9:30 AM

From London Drawing Life Drawing Meetup

4.7

**Think watercolours are for timid landscapes? Think again!** **We are very excited to be working with Arron who has taken time out of his very busy schedule to return to teaching for the first time in 4 years!! This really is a course not to be missed –** Join Aaron Jacob Jones, a London based artist, tutor and live event illustrator who creates wonderfully expressive life drawings using watercolour and ink for a perfect masterclass intensive! Aaron is a brilliant tutor- with so much to offer in his specialised field. His classes are packed with info and demonstrations with so much to learn. Rather than a rigid step by step system only suitable for limited situations, Aaron teaches students how to analyse pose, lighting, and timing, and adapt their painting approach to suit. With this new mindset to figurative work, you will find something valuable to take away, whatever your usual style. Aaron will guide you through a series of fairly short-posed exercises while you learn exactly how much water to use, how to time each step of your painting, and what does and doesn’t work when painting figures. Although life drawing is the main theme, Aaron’s underlying goals for this course are to help you understand the fundamentals of watercolour and how to use it to boldly and beautifully in any situation. If you’ve ever wished you could add more colour and creativity to your life drawings, or if you’ve tried watercolour and struggled to get good results, this intensive is the perfect one for you! **1-2 September 2026** **10.30-4pm** **£195 Basic materials included** [MORE INFO & BOOKING](https://londondrawing.com/product/figurative-watercolour-two-day-intensive-with-aaron-jacob-jones/) **Location:** **Waterloo Action Centre, 14 Baylis Road, SE1 7AA**

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EXPRESSIVE COLOUR – PAINTING PORTRAIT WITH LAURA SMITH: 3-4 SEPT 2026

Thu, Sep 3, 9:00 AM

From London Drawing Life Drawing Meetup

4.7

**Create strong, expressive and lush coloured portrait in this fantastic 2 day intensive!** **We are really excited to announce a special new Summer School with artist Laura Smith- exploring drawing and painting through the lense of lush and intense colour.** We will work though portrait using expressive drawing techniques, exploring emotion through markmaking, working with dynamic poses and props to create simple narratives and imagery. We will consider colour and expressive brushwork to build character and emotional depth in your portraits. This workshop is packed full of practical tips to create strong, confident drawing and painting- with loads of tuition and demonstrations to show you how to get started. You will learn everything you need to know about working from the portrait model in oils and acrylics . Great for building confidence in your creative capability- whatever your ability **3-4 September 2024** **10-4.30pm** **£210 All materials included** **£160 Concessions – low income/ full time students – please email info@londondrawing.com to arrange payment** [TICKETS AND INFO HERE](https://londondrawing.com/product/expressive-colour-painting-portrait-with-laura-smith-3-4-sept-2026/) **Venue:** **Waterloo Action Centre** **14 Baylis Road** **SE1 7AA** **Behind Waterloo Station- Diagonally opposite the Old Vic**

1 attendee

Life Drawing @ Cave Pimlico

Tue, Aug 18, 5:30 PM

From cave's meetup community: Creative workshops & events!

Join us at **cave** for our friendly weekly life drawing sessions in the heart of Pimlico. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced artist, these relaxed, untutored sessions are a great way to develop your observational drawing skills, experiment with new techniques and enjoy an evening of creativity. During the two-hour session, we'll work from a professional life model through a series of short and long poses, finishing with a sustained final pose. **£15 per session** includes all drawing materials, tea, coffee, nibbles and a drink. You're also welcome to bring your own materials if you prefer. **Booking is essential.** Reserve your place with a **£5 non-refundable deposit** via Eventbrite: [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/life-drawing-cave-pimlico-tickets-170116706649) with the remaining **£10 payable on the door** by cash or card. \*\*Please note that if fewer than three people book, we may need to cancel the session. If this happens, you'll receive a full refund of your deposit. We look forward to welcoming you to cave!

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Thursday Evening – Long Pose Life Drawing and Painting

Thu, Aug 20, 6:00 PM

From Dulwich Art Group - Life Drawing & Painting in South London

4.8

This is a studio based long pose life drawing and painting session. We have a nude model for two hours in a single pose to give you time to complete a finished drawing or to paint the figure. You are welcome to draw or paint in oils or wet media. Our studio is purpose built and well equipped with easels, drawing boards, clips and so on. We sell materials at reasonable prices so if you forget anything we should be able to help you out. We have professional lighting for the models and full spectrum lights for the studio to give you a good experience. We break for 5 minutes for the model every 25 minutes This is not a tutored session but it is run by artist [Audrey Fattouche](https://www.instagram.com/audreyfattouche/), who will be happy to give guidance if requested and may suggest themes or ideas to consider during the evening. Studio session £15 [Click here](https://www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk/product/thursday-evening-drawing/) to book and more information

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Guided Life Drawing

Thu, Aug 27, 5:30 PM

From SLD Guided Life Drawing!

4.8

In our beginner-friendly first hour, we offer verbal guidance on how to approach poses, and one-on-instruction for anyone who wants it as you move through the process by Ann and Jen (don't worry--if you just want to show up and do your own thing we won't be looking over your shoulder). We've seen and tutored artists of every level, from stick figure to full-on academic drawings, and are here to help-simply let us know at the beginning of class where you're at or raise your hand if you'd like personal guidance. If you'd like to book in advance, you can purchase tickets [here](http://www.soholifedrawing.com/store/p81/Thursday_Drop-In_Life_Drawing%3A_1_Session.html) ABOUT US Soho Life Drawing is a non-profit drawing group in central London that aims to make life drawing affordable and accessible. We believe that creativity is an essential part of well-being that is often stifled by the demands of busy schedules or fear due to lack of experience. We want to change that. Whether you're a professional, student, or amateur artist you'll find yourself at home at Soho Life Drawing. Located in one of London's most central locations, our drop-in classes provide an easily accessible and nonjudgemental space for you to hone your life drawing skills. We offer a portfolio boosting mix of both short and long poses with new models every week, making us a great fit for professionals and novices alike. Our members come from literally all walks of life, so don't be afraid to drop by if you have no background in art--at Soho Life Drawing, you are guaranteed to find a supportive place to explore your artistic abilities. Here's why you'll love Soho Life Drawing It's a Great Space!--Our sessions are held at one of London's best kept secrets--the historic Quaker Meeting House, which provides an oasis of calm just minutes away from Leicester Square Station. Short and Long Poses!--Our sessions begin with short, gestural poses and move up to a longer sustained pose. Our models are personally vetted professionals, and some of the best in the business. No Need to Bring your own Supplies!--We provide clipboards, and pencils, paper, and rubbers are available on site. Tea and Biscuits!--Yes, that's right. We provide tea and biscuits to keep your energy up during the breaks! Also, quite often homemade cookies! Drop-ins Welcome!--No need to book in advance! So come by and check us out—we look forward to seeing you there! Timetable 6:30-7:30 PM Guided Life Drawing (Pose Length: 2min min. building to 15 min max) 7:30PM-7:40/4545PM: Tea Break 7:45-8:00PM: Life Drawing: Longer Poses (5 min min building to 20/28+ min max) \*We charge by the hour: £12.00 1 Hour; £14.00 2 Hours For more info about our classes and about us please visit www.soholifedrawing.com We also host private events. For more information visit www.privateartevents.co.uk

1 attendee

THURSDAY Studio: Drop in Life Drawing

Thu, Aug 20, 6:00 PM

From London Drawing Life Drawing Meetup

4.7

Its so great to welcome you into the studio for our weekly drop in life drawing sessions! A great space, excellent models & helpful tuition if you need it – a friendly welcoming crowd right next to Euston station – all welcome! **Its not essential to book ahead- you can pay using card or cash on the door –** **– there is plenty of room- just arrive on time if you can!** **7 – 9 pm, Thursday** **£16.50 / £17.50 with materials** **£12 / £13 with materials- Concessions under 25/ full time students** [TICKETS AND INFO HERE](https://londondrawing.com/product/thursday-studio-drop-in-life-drawing-7-00-9-00pm-euston-nw1/) **Venue** **St Pancras Church House, 1 Lancing Street, London NW1 1NA** *Easels and drawing boards provided Materials available to buy, or bring your own-* *Please don’t come to class if you feel ill- you can rebook to another date- just email info@londondrawing.com* *Please note- any participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult – it is participants responsibility to ensure this – we are not responsible for monitoring participants age.*

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects people based on shared interests by facilitating group events. Whether in-person or online, it allows users to discover local communities and partake in various activities, from art to technology.

Yes, you can find figure drawing classes in London on Meetup. These meetups offer opportunities to improve your drawing skills and engage with the artistic community.

Search on Meetup using keywords like "figure drawing" and specify London as your location. This will display a list of relevant events.

Absolutely! Many figure drawing meetups in London welcome artists of all levels, including beginners, offering a friendly environment to learn and grow your skills.

Signing up for Meetup is free. However, some groups or events may have fees, especially workshops or classes needing resources or venue hire.

To RSVP, log into your Meetup account, find the event page you are interested in, and click the 'RSVP' button. Ready to go!

It's common for figure drawing events to require attendees to bring their own materials, such as sketchpads and pencils. Always check the event details for specifics.

Yes, you can host drawing events by creating a group centered on your interests. This can help build an active community sharing your artistic passion.

Meetup offers a platform to discover diverse local communities. It connects you with likeminded individuals through class-based or social events, tailored to specific interests.

Some figure drawing events might offer online options, depending on the organizers. Always check the event listing for format details.

Not all events are led by professionals; some are self-organized by enthusiasts. Verify event details to learn about the organizer's background.

You might meet professional artists, but events vary. Meetup helps you connect with people, depending on the type of event and group.

Group availability depends on your location and existing interest. If no local options exist, consider starting a new group to attract people!

Meetup complements traditional learning by offering informal classes and practice opportunities but doesn't replace formal training or credentials.

Scheduling depends on organizers. Some drawing groups meet regularly, like weekly or monthly, while others are sporadic.