I'll give you the basics here, and if you'd like to explore the whole world of sketchcrawling, be sure to visit Sketchcrawl.com to learn more about the concept and the 19th Worldwide Sketchcrawl, which our event ties into.
What is a sketchcrawl?
It is a gathering of people who like to sketch, who get together for the day in a particular locale. Artists work however they like, either alone or in small groups, drawing whatever interests them. For the Dunedin Sketchcrawl, we will meet at 9:00 AM at the bandshell in Pioneer Park to get a map of the area with highlights of good sketching spots, and then we will have two opportunities to meet-up again for whoever would like to join us (Lunch at noon, afternoon snack/drink at 2:30 PM). Of course, everyone will pay for their own food and drinks.
Artists are welcome to come earlier or stay longer and can come and go as they please- there are really no rules. Whoever would like to meet-up for lunch or a drink can do so. It gives everyone an opportunity to meet each other and share drawings.
There are places both indoors and out to sketch, so you will not need to be out in the heat the whole time.
Here are some of the places of interest: (Click on the links for more photos of the area)
Our Meeting Place: Pioneer Park
Pictures of the Marina Area
First, there is a beautiful little park on the water, complete with a gazebo and view of the marina and its boats in the harbor. The park is a shady spot to sketch, and even in the hot months, a lovely breeze blows in from the Gulf. You can walk to the end of the pier and sketch there as well, where you will often see pelicans, egret and dolphins. If you are hankering for A/C, you can get something to drink inside Bon Appetit restaurant, adjacent to the pier.
People-watch along the Pinellas Trail
Here are some of the cute buildings and shops to sketch.
What should you bring?
Bring a sketchbook and any drawing or painting supplies you would like. Note: If you are planning to sketch indoors, please be respectful of the shop and restaurant owners, as they may not wish for you to have paints out in stores (even watercolors)- just ask first to be sure. Common sense prevails....
Other items to you may wish to bring:
A water bottle, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, a folding stool (ie. fishing/camp stool), and camera.
If you have any questions at all, please feel free to call me (Lori 727- 365-5575) or contact me (via comment feature on this blog) about the event.
If you arrive after 9:00 AM the day of the event and would still like to meet up with the group for lunch or afternoon get-together, we will be having lunch at Casa Tina Restaurant at noon and meeting up again at 2:30 for a wrap-up drink at Kelly's.
I know this will be a fun and art-filled day, so bring your creativity and c'mon and join us!
2 comments:
how fantastic! i've been looking for something like this for months. tried 'meetups', posting on craigslist, etc. are there going to be more on a regular basis. i have lots of ideas for locations - florida botanical gardens, different spots in downtown st pete, the list is endless. this area is an artist paradise
Yes I hope that this will be the start of other artist activities to come that the group can do together.
I am very much looking forward to meeting others who like to do this sort of thing.
Ybor City, University of Tampa Grounds, Hyde Park, Pier 60 and the beach up near where the old Clearwater Hotel (now the Sand Pearl is) for the lifeguard stations and dunes, Caladesi, dog parks, cafes, Heritage Village, and as you mentioned- all the great spots in and near downtown St Pete, the list of places to draw and paint is endless!
I'll look forward to meeting you on Saturday! Please let me know who you are....
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