Dublin Sketchers Group

April 19th, Fade Street Flea Market

On Sunday, April 19th, Dublin Sketchers will sketch at the Fade Street Flea Market (The Market Bar) and surrounding streets from 2pm, and meet for drinks at 4pm in Hogan’s.

This time we’re heading to the Fade Street Flea Market which brings together an eclectic mix of artisan goods, crafts, vintage finds, rare vinyl and unique creations in the heart of Dublin. Known for its lively atmosphere, it offers plenty of scenes to capture. Entry is free, and you’re welcome to wander between the market and the surrounding streets.

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 share sketches at Hogan’s.

If you would like your sketch to be added to the website, email it to dublinsketchers@gmail.com or post it in the Dublin Sketchers Social WhatsApp group if you are on that. Please edit your image so that it is low res and properly oriented for posting. If you are sharing your sketch on Instagram, please use #dublinsketchers #urbansketchers.

Hope to see you there!

Sketches from Herbert Park 12th April

Allan

Caitriona

Christophe

Frank

Geraldine, in Malahide

Hugh

Irina

Jeff

Mandy

Maria

Maya

Neil

Nigel

Pat

Peter

Stephen

Terry, in Westport

Yifei

April 12th, Herbert Park / Donnybrook

On Sunday, April 12th, Dublin Sketchers will sketch at Herbert Park / Donnybrook from 2pm and meet for drinks at 4pm in Horse Show House.

As the weather is looking promising, we’re heading to Herbert Park to catch the spring blossom and the Herbert Park Farmers Market. Just nearby, Donnybrook offers a charming village feel, with lovely architecture and a relaxed atmosphere to explore and sketch.

If the weather turns, there are plenty of places to take shelter: Terrace Lounge at Herbert Park Hotel, or nearby cafés around the park and Donnybrook such as Carved, The Art of Coffee, Butlers, Happy Out and others.

From 4pm, we’ll gather for a drink and to share sketches at Horse Show House.

Hope to see you there!

Sketches from the RHA and Ely Place, 5th April

Aurelie

Christophe

Gráinne

John C

John

Mandy

Marie-Hélène

Maya

Neil

Nigel

Pat

Stephen

Susan

Veronique

Xavier

April 5th, Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts

On Sunday, April 5th, Dublin Sketchers will sketch at the Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts (RHA) from 2pm and meet for drinks at 4pm in O’Donoghues Bar.

This time we’re kindly hosted by the RHA, Ireland’s oldest artist-led institution. You’re welcome to explore and sketch the current exhibitions and interiors of this modern building.The trolley with foldable stools is located under the stairs in the atrium, and sketchers are welcome to take them. If you need any assistance, feel free to ask at the Front of House desk. If the weather is good and you’d prefer to sketch outdoors, you can also head to the nearby streets or parks: blossoming Merrion Square Park or St Stephen’s Green are both great options.

Here’s the RHA website where you can find out more: https://rhagallery.ie/

From 4pm, we’ll gather for a drink and to share sketches at O’Donoghues Bar.

Please note: Easter Rising Commemorations will take place in Dublin City Centre on Easter Sunday, which may affect bus and tram services, so do check your route in advance to make sure you can get to the location without delays.

This week’s optional challenge is to try slow looking and explore one of the exhibitions with your sketchbook.

If you would like your sketch to be added to the website, email it to dublinsketchers@gmail.com or post it to the Dublin Sketchers Social WhatsApp group if you are on that. Please edit your image so that it is low res and properly oriented for posting to the website. If you are posting your sketch on Instagram please #dublinsketchers #urbansketchers

Hope to see you there!

Photo credit: Midland.ie