Result of April Sketchwalk at i12

Urban Sketchers Week 1 to 7 May 2024

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Posted by Urban Sketchers Singapore on Saturday 27 April 2024

April Sketchwalk at i12 in the East

Urban Sketchers Singapore x Sound of Art
Hello sketchers! This month we have a special collaboration with Sound of Art bringing you special access to sketch and tour inside the Sound of Art Gallery #02-19 at Katong i12, discounted vouchers to dine at Bistro Bytes. Details as follows:

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 Perk 1:
Access to Sound of Art Gallery #02-19
Sketch from full glass windows overlooking Katong Shophouses
Air conditioned
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 Perk 2:
[Optional] Sound of Art Gallery Tour
11:45am to 12:30pm
Gather at Sound of Art Gallery #02-19 at 11:40am to join the tour
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 Perk 3:
Bistro Bytes #02-12/14
Have some food and sketch!
Promo code: urbansk5
$5 off minimum spend of $10
Can be used on-site at the Kiosk or on the KLIK app
Valid on 27th April for up to 80 redemptions
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But of course you can also choose to sketch outside the mall, and around the neighbourhood.  There's the Old Katong Red House Bakery nearby, an iconic architecture sketchers like to sketch.

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Time: 9.30am - 1pm
Nearest MRT station: Paya Lebar (EW8/CC9)
Meeting point: Pop Palette, L2, #02-19, i12 Katong
Address: 112 E Coast Rd, Singapore 428802
https://maps.app.goo.gl/F2HT9ttRLQyDvfM39

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Timeline for the day:
9.30am: Welcome brief by Patrick (USkSG) and Galven (Sound of Art)

9.45am: Start sketching!

11.45am: [Optional] Sound of Art Gallery Tour #02-19

1215pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell

12.30pm: Show and Tell at Pop Palette, L2, #02-19, i12 Katong

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Instructions for the day:
1. Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
2. Challenge yourself to explore hidden corners that hasn't been seen/drawn yet; this will also help prevent too many of us crowding the same perching points.
3. Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐬 #𝐮𝐬𝐤𝐬𝐠 — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
4. Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
5. Happy sketching!! 
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𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝑵𝒐𝒕𝒆:
By participating this Event, you agreed with the followings:
1. My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.
2. I am aware of and agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with the Event and I will not hold Urban Sketchers Singapore (USkSG) and any admin/organiser responsible or liable in any way for and will not commence any action arising from the Event, or claim for any loss and/or damage (including, without limitation, personal injury and/or property damage) caused by or sustained as a result of my participation in the Event.
3. I will indemnify USkSG and keep USkSG indemnified against all losses, claims, demands, actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, and any other liability arising in any way from my participation in the above Event.
4. For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.

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Credits:
Event banner by Phyllis Chong

March Sketchwalk at Wisma Geylang Serai

Hi Sketchers, in view of upcoming Hari Raya Puasa, we're heading to Geylang Serai to sketch and bask in the festivities!
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In light of the COVID situation, mask wearing is optional. We urge everyone to remain cautious. Let's all play a part to stay safe!
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Date: Saturday, 30 March 2024
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Nearest MRT station: Paya Lebar (EW8/CC9)
Meeting point: Wisma Geylang Serai (Meet at the main entrance just next to the market, there's a big space there)
Address: 1 Engku Aman Turn, Singapore 408528
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y4zdZUVcFhi7Uo3x9
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𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝑵𝒐𝒕𝒆:
By participating this Event, you agreed with the followings:
1. My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.
2. I am aware of and agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with the Event and I will not hold Urban Sketchers Singapore (USkSG) and any admin/organiser responsible or liable in any way for and will not commence any action arising from the Event, or claim for any loss and/or damage (including, without limitation, personal injury and/or property damage) caused by or sustained as a result of my participation in the Event.
3. I will indemnify USkSG and keep USkSG indemnified against all losses, claims, demands, actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, and any other liability arising in any way from my participation in the above Event.
4. For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.
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Timeline for the day:
9.30am: Short briefing at Wisma Geylang Serai
12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.20pm: Show and Tell at Wisma Geylang Serai*
*Please note that location of Short briefing and Show and Tell are subjected to change, depending on the weather for the day.
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Instructions for the day:
1. Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
2. Challenge yourself to explore hidden corners that hasn't been seen/drawn yet; this will also help prevent too many of us crowding the same perching points.
3. Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐬 #𝐮𝐬𝐤𝐬𝐠 — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
4. Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
5. Happy sketching!! 
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Credits:
Event banner by Alfonso Paronda 

Result of February Sketchwalk

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February Sketchwalk at Pearl's Hill

Hi Sketchers, we are heading to Pearl’s Hill Terrace on 24 Feb (Sat)! The place will be undergoing redevelopment starting in March 2025.

More information:

Pearl's Hill Upper Barracks tenants have to move after March 2025, lease not getting renewed
https://mothership.sg/.../upper-barracks-tenants.../...

Agencies to assess March 2025 lease end for indie arts cluster 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace: Shanmugam

https://www.straitstimes.com/.../agencies-to-assess-march...

Remember to bring mosquito repellent, sun screen, water, umbrella etc.
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In light of the COVID situation, mask wearing is optional. We urge everyone to remain cautious. Let's all play a part to stay safe!
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Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Nearest MRT station: Chinatown (DT19/NE4)

Meeting point: Pearl's Hill Terrace surface parking

Address: Pearl's Hill Terrace, 195 Pearl's Hill Terrace, Singapore 168976
https://maps.app.goo.gl/AwZAEnwW3Ywmvjxk9?g_st=ic
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𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝑵𝒐𝒕𝒆:
By participating this Event, you agreed with the followings:

1. My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.

2. I am aware of and agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with the Event and I will not hold Urban Sketchers Singapore (USkSG) and any admin/organiser responsible or liable in any way for and will not commence any action arising from the Event, or claim for any loss and/or damage (including, without limitation, personal injury and/or property damage) caused by or sustained as a result of my participation in the Event.

3. I will indemnify USkSG and keep USkSG indemnified against all losses, claims, demands, actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, and any other liability arising in any way from my participation in the above Event.

4. For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.

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Timeline for the day:
9.30am: Short briefing at the Pearl's Hill Terrace surface parking*

12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell

12.20pm: Show and Tell at the Pearl's Hill Terrace surface parking*

*Please note that location of Short briefing and Show and Tell are subjected to change, depending on the weather for the day.
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Instructions for the day:

1. Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
2. Challenge yourself to explore hidden corners that hasn't been seen/drawn yet; this will also help prevent too many of us crowding the same perching points.
3. Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐬 #𝐮𝐬𝐤𝐬𝐠 — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
4. Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
5. Happy sketching!! 

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Credits:
Event banner by Mdm Tia Boon Sim 

Video by Parka on our first sketchwalk of the year 2024

Chinese New Year Ad-hoc Sketchwalk

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January Sketchwalk at Holland Village

Hi Sketchers, we are heading to Holland Village for our first sketchwalk of 2024 on 27 Jan (Sat)!

More information:
One Holland Village Food Guide – 12 Restaurants & Cafes To Head To At This Pets-Friendly Mall
https://danielfooddiary.com/2023/12/10/onehollandvillage/

One Holland Village: A guide to pet-friendly eateries and new dining concepts
https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/.../one-holland...

Holland Village Food Centre Reopens – 10 Stalls To Check Out Including Holland V Fried Bee Hoon, 363 Katong Laksa, Ma La Xiang Guo
https://danielfooddiary.com/.../29/hollandvillagefoodcentre/

Some suggested places to sketch:
- Holland Village Market & Food Centre
- One Holland Village Mall
- Holland Piazza
- Raffles Hotel V Mall
- Shophouses along Holland Road/Holland Ave
- Craftsmen Coffee (cafe)
- Cafe O (inside Raffles Hotel V Mall, cafe)
- Tai Cheong Bakery (inside Holland Piazza, cafe)

Remember to bring mosquito repellent, sun screen, water, umbrella etc.
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In light of the COVID situation, mask wearing is optional. We urge everyone to remain cautious. Let's all play a part to stay safe!
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Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Nearest MRT station: Holland Village (CC21)

Meeting point: Entrance of One Holland Village Mall beside Toast Box (refer to photo)* Photo credits to Little Day Out.

Address: One Holland Village Mall
7 Holland Village Way, Singapore 275748
https://maps.app.goo.gl/b9YnAysDggUjTuLj6?g_st=ic

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𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝑵𝒐𝒕𝒆:
By participating this Event, you agreed with the followings:

1. My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.

2. I am aware of and agree to assume any and all risks which might be associated with the Event and I will not hold Urban Sketchers Singapore (USkSG) and any admin/organiser responsible or liable in any way for and will not commence any action arising from the Event, or claim for any loss and/or damage (including, without limitation, personal injury and/or property damage) caused by or sustained as a result of my participation in the Event.

3. I will indemnify USkSG and keep USkSG indemnified against all losses, claims, demands, actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, and any other liability arising in any way from my participation in the above Event.

4. For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.

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Timeline for the day:
9.30am: Short briefing at the entrance of One Holland Village Mall beside Toast Box (refer to photo)* Photo credits to Little Day Out.

12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell

12.20pm: Show and Tell at the entrance of One Holland Village Mall beside Toast Box (refer to photo)* Photo credits to Little Day Out.

*Please note that location of Short briefing and Show and Tell are subjected to change, depending on the weather for the day.
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Instructions for the day:

1. Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
2. Challenge yourself to explore hidden corners that hasn't been seen/drawn yet; this will also help prevent too many of us crowding the same perching points.
3. Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐬 #𝐮𝐬𝐤𝐬𝐠 — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
4. Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
5. Happy sketching!! 

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Credits:
Event banner by Patrick Ng

Video of Last Sketchwalk of the Year