12th of October - Rathgar

 


On Sunday the 12th of October, Dublin Sketchers will sketch in Rathgar, Dublin 6 from 2pm and meet for drinks at 4pm in The 108 Pub. D06 F6H9.


Rathgar is a leafy, affluent suburb in south Dublin, known for its elegant Georgian and Victorian architecture, tree-lined streets, and village-like charm. Originally developed in the 19th century as a residential area for Dublin’s middle and upper classes, it was once part of the larger Rathmines estate. The area has long been associated with culture and intellect, home to writers like James Joyce and playwright George Bernard Shaw. Today, Rathgar blends its historic character with a relaxed modern atmosphere, offering cafés, independent shops, and a strong sense of community.


If it’s your first time out and you can’t spot anyone at 2pm, just choose something to sketch and get stuck in. Keep your eyes open for anyone carrying a sketchbook and say hello. It's a friendly crowd who you’ll get to know over a drink from 4pm. Don't worry if you're late, most of us usually are! You need to bring your own paper and pens/pencils etc.


From 4pm, we'll gather for a drink and to enjoy each other’s sketches at The 108 Pub. A bunch of sketchers will magically appear.



                                                          Photo credit:

                           Latest News - 2024 - Rathgar Residents Association

Sketches from the United Arts Club, 5th October

Aisha, in Howth

Aurelie

Ben

Caroline, in Girona

Chris

Christine

Christophe

Frank

Gráinne

Kris

Mandy

Marie-Hélène

Maya

Nigel

Olly

Pat

Stephen

Susan

Wendy

Xavier, in Lisbon

 

Paulo

5th of October, The United Arts Club, 3 Fitzwilliam Street Upper.


 

On Sunday the 5th of October, Dublin Sketchers will sketch in The United Arts Club, 3 Fitzwilliam Street Upper, Dublin 2, D02 RR50 from 2pm and meet for drinks at 4pm in the bar area (on the first floor).


The United Arts Club in Dublin was founded in 1907 as a gathering place for artists, writers, and intellectuals, many of whom were central to Ireland's cultural revival.

It became a meeting point for figures of the Irish Literary Revival such as W.B.Yeats, Lady Gregory, and John Millington Synge, alongside painters, musicians, and political thinkers.



If it’s your first time out and you can’t spot anyone at 2pm, just choose something to sketch and get stuck in. Keep your eyes open for anyone carrying a sketchbook and say hello. It's a friendly crowd who you’ll get to know over a drink from 4pm. Don't worry if you're late, most of us usually are! You need to bring your own paper and pens/pencils etc.


From 4pm, we'll gather for a drink and to enjoy each other’s sketches on the first floor. A bunch of sketchers will magically appear.


Photo credit: Brian Gallagher

Website: bdgart.com

Sketches from Glasnevin Cemetary/Botanical Gardens 28th September

Aisha

Ben

Cautruiba

Christine

Christophe

Frank, in Zamora

Geraldine, in the US

Gráinne

John

Mandy

Marie-Hélène

Maya

Mojgan

Neil

Nigel

Paul

Stephen

Susan

Wendy

Xavier

 

Tanya

28th September, Glasnevin Cemetery\Botanical gardens

 


On Sunday the 28th of September, Dublin Sketchers will sketch at Glasnevin Cemetery, Finglas Rd, D11 XA32 from 2pm and meet for drinks at 4pm in The Tolka House, 9a Glasnevin Hill, D09 VH02.

Glasnevin Cemetery is a large cemetery in Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland which opened in 1832. It holds the graves and memorials of several notable figures, and has a museum. If anyone doesn’t feel like sketching in the graveyard, the Botanical Garden is just next door. You can always head there instead — and there are greenhouses where you can stay dry in case of rain (though the forecast looks good!).

If it’s your first time out and you can’t spot anyone at 2pm, just choose something to sketch and get stuck in. Keep your eyes open for anyone carrying a sketchbook and say hello. It's a friendly crowd who you’ll get to know over a drink from 4pm. Don't worry if you're late, most of us usually are! You need to bring your own paper and pens/pencils etc.

From 4pm, we'll gather for a drink and to enjoy each other’s sketches at The Tolka House. A bunch of sketchers will magically appear. Photo credits : citydays.com


Sketches from Maynooth 21st September

Amelie

Annah

Caitriona, in Amsterdam

Christophe

Geraldine, in Vermont

Marie-Hélène


Mojgan, at Home

Nigel

Olly, at the canal

Paulo

Pat


peter

Stephen

Yan Yi

 

Mandy