Downtown Sketchers
On Monday 16th October our urban sketching group, Downtown Sketchers, embarked on a creative adventure, despite a few members being away. This resulted in a more intimate gathering, allowing us to experience the Yonder Cafe in a unique way. Yonder Cafe, nestled on Hanover Street, welcomed us with open arms. What added a special touch […]
On Monday, the 8th of October, the Downtown Sketchers gathered once again, this time at the magnificent Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool. This marked our second visit to this iconic location, and as seasoned sketchers, we were well aware that the awe and challenge presented by this architectural masterpiece never diminishes. The Anglican Cathedral, a true […]
On the 2nd of October, the Downtown Urban Sketchers gathered at Ryde in Liverpool for some delightful urban sketching. A vibrant bicycle cafe nestled in the historic grounds of the Cains Brewery in the Baltic Triangle, a locale with a rich history. Since its establishment in 2016, Ryde has seamlessly blended a love for excellent […]
Happy Monday! Today’s sketching adventure took us to The North Western, a charming spot with a fascinating history. This beautiful Grade II listed building was originally the North Western Hotel, designed by the renowned Liverpool-born architect Alfred Waterhouse. It’s hard to believe that it served as a 330-room hotel for Liverpool Lime Street Station back […]
On the 18th of September, the Downtown Sketchers gathered for a meet-up at The Philharmonic Dining Rooms, also known as the Philharmonic Pub, located in the heart of Liverpool. Despite the less-than-cooperative weather that morning, it turned out to be a delightful sketching session. The inclement weather made it a bit challenging to venture outside […]
On Monday, the 11th of September, the Downtown Sketchers gathered for a meetup at the iconic Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, affectionately known to locals as “Paddy’s Wigwam.” The day started with a bit of rain, but as luck would have it, the weather took a turn for the better, and the sun made a welcome appearance. […]