Dublin Sketchers Group

Sunday 26th September National Botanical Gardens Glasnevin

On Sunday 26th September from 2pm Dublin Sketchers will draw out and about at the National Botanical Gardens Glasnevin.

The National Botanic Gardens of Ireland are an oasis of calm and beauty, and entry is free is free.. A premier scientific institution, the Gardens contain important collections of plant species and cultivars from all over the world. Sculpture in Context 2021 is currently running in the grounds. Join us for a lovely afternoon of sketching in beautiful surroundings. Toilets at the main entrance.

Rather than meeting in a cafe or pub, we'll gather at the café at the main entrance at 4pm. Remember to observe Covid rules

If it's your first time, just come along with your materials and paper. Say hello to any fellow sketcher you see. Don't worry if you're late, we usually are!
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Sketches from the Chester Beatty Library, Sunday 19th Sept. 2021.

We had a great days sketching and lots of variety, along with good weather and also received some great sketches from afar, on the day!

Betty

Caitriona S.

Christine

Catherine

Pat McA.

Delphine

Valerie

Kasper

Ian C.

Mary O 'C

Michael C.

Muireann

Olly

Mandy

Art O'C

Caroline (Shannon Basin, Royal Canal)

Marie Helene ( The Corbieres)

Terri (Krackow)

Sunday 19th September Chester Beatty Library and Dublin Castle

On Sunday 19th September from 2pm Dublin Sketchers will draw out and about at the Chester Beatty Library and Dublin Castle

A vibrant National Cultural Institution, the Chester Beatty was once the private library of Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875 – 1968), a successful American mining engineer, collector and philanthropist, the Chester Beatty is also today a research library for scholars from all over the world. It was described by the Lonely Planet as ‘not just the best museum in Ireland but one of the best in Europe. Join us for a lovely afternoon of sketching. There are also plenty of coffee options locally.

Rather than meeting in a cafe or pub, we'll gather at the sculpture outside the library at 4pm. Remember to observe Covid rules.

Sketches done around the Pearse Museum

A wonderful afternoon enjoyed by all, and great work produced in the grounds of the Pearse Museum in St Endas Park, Rathfarnham.

Pat McA.

Christine

isiolde

Valerie

Caroline

Olly

Chris

Delphine D.

Betty

Alice

Linda

Terri

Mary O'C

Art O' C.

Ian C.

Paddy

Sunday 12th September Pearse Museum Rathfarnham

On Sunday 12th of September from 2pm Dublin Sketchers will draw out and about at Pearse Museum, St Enda’s Park (or sketch in your own location)

The Pearse Museum is dedicated to the memory of Patrick Pearse and his brother, William. Patrick Pearse was an educationalist and nationalist who was executed for his part in the 1916 Rising. The museum is situated in the suburb of Rathfarnham on the south side of Dublin.

The café is open seven days a week from 9.30am – 5.30pm. The toilet facilities in St. Enda’s park are open daily from 9am – 6pm.

Rather than meeting in a cafe or pub, we'll gather in the Court Yard at 4pm. Remember to observe Covid rules