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Meet to draw each other in San Francisco!

Meet to draw each other in San Francisco!

Sat, Aug 15, 9:00 PM
From SF Art Modeling Trade Figure Drawing Group
4.9

Take a turn modeling (nude) then just draw for the rest of the session. Looking forward to seeing old and new friends! Optional $10 donation to cover studio rent is suggested but not required. We will supply chairs but bring your own drawing materials, such as pencil, paper, and drawing board if you have one. (No oil paints, solvents, or fixative inside the building.) Open to all levels of experience.

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Sketch Dog Surfing & Soul Grind Coffee (Pacifica)

Sketch Dog Surfing & Soul Grind Coffee (Pacifica)

Sat, Aug 1, 5:00 PM
From SF Sketchers
4.9

Sketching the World Dog Surfing Championships! 📍 **10:00-10:29 am**. Meet at the world famous Taco Bell Cantina 🌊 **10:30 am.** Short walk together over to Pacifica State Beach 🐕 Roam freely. Sketch the doggos. ☕ **12:00 noon.** Walk over to Soul Grind. 🎨 Sketch the cafe. Or pull up a chair and just relax. 📓 **01:00 pm**. We wrap things up with a show & tell, throwdown. Yes, it's exactly what it sounds like. Dogs. Surfboards. Pure untamed delight in the best way. We’ll sketch out on the beach for a bit, then grab coffee to reset. * [KQED article](https://www.kqed.org/news/12050803/whos-the-top-dog-wave-riding-canines-compete-at-the-world-dog-surfing-championships) of the 2025 event * [Official website](https://www.surfdogchampionships.com/) of Surf Dog Championships This is organized by the **[Cafe Art Circle](https://www.zenbay.org/cafe_art_circle)** meetup under SF Sketchers. We explore coffee and tea shops around the Bay Area, using sketching as a way to experience the atmosphere of each place and its neighborhood. All levels welcome. Bring whatever art supplies you like to sketch with. Message Jimmy if you need help finding the group. *Photo from 2022 Dog Surfing World Championship, Pacifica CA, 6 August 2022. Photo by Jack Owicki.*

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Meet to draw each other in San Francisco!

Meet to draw each other in San Francisco!

Sun, Sep 20, 9:00 PM
From SF Art Modeling Trade Figure Drawing Group
4.9

Take a turn modeling (nude) then just draw for the rest of the session. Looking forward to seeing old and new friends! Optional $10 donation to cover studio rent is suggested but not required. We will supply chairs but bring your own drawing materials, such as pencil, paper, and drawing board if you have one. (No oil paints, solvents, or fixative inside the building.) Open to all levels of experience.

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2 attendees
Big Daddy's Complete Rejuvenating Community Garden (First Saturday Sketchers)

Big Daddy's Complete Rejuvenating Community Garden (First Saturday Sketchers)

Sat, Aug 1, 5:30 PM
From SF Sketchers
4.9

Come and sketch at this amazing community sculpture garden in Emeryville! Big Daddy's Complete Rejuvenating Community Garden was once a detail shop, car wash, and gas station run by Mr. Green. When Reverend Green died, the property fell into disrepair, and burned down. In 2002, sculptor Vickie Jo Sewell partnered with the City of Oakland and volunteers to create a community garden. Vickie created the amazing sculptures in the garden. Saturday, August 1, 10:30am-12:30pm There are no public bathrooms. The closest bathroom might be in Home Depot nearby. Any questions, text Cathy Raingarden at (510) 206-6481

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STUDIO 203: Figure Drawing

STUDIO 203: Figure Drawing

Sat, Aug 1, 4:00 PM
From Studio 203 Figure Drawing
4.9

**1890 BRYANT STREET STUDIOS** Great models in a great studio in a great building meet every Saturday am, 9am-noon for a drop-in figure drawing session. We supply boards, easels, horses and chairs- bring your own supplies. This group has been going strong for over 30 years at different locations. **PARKING:** Easy on Saturdays but - *READ PARKING SIGNS!!!!* Some spots are 12 hours, others 2, others are meters. They DO ticket ($135). **PLEASE SHOW UP BEFORE 9AM**: A person posted at the entrance from 8:30 - 9am. They leave at 9am and after that and door is locked. **OTHER:** There's a coffee shop right next door. **From the group:** *Come draw with us on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at 1890 Bryant Street, Studio 203. The drawing fee is $20 CASH ONLY with a tip jar for the model. Our maximum capacity is 20 participants. If you arrive after 9 or without cash, you may not be admitted. Dry and water-soluble media welcome. There is a sink, but no water fountain. Please bring your own drinking water.* ***Please honor our house rules: no talking during poses;*** *cell phones silenced and stowed away; no pets. If the model requests, all artists are required to wear face masks, so please bring a mask. Thank you.*

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Sketch Club at Pier 14

Sketch Club at Pier 14

Sun, Aug 23, 7:00 PM
From San Francisco Women Artists Gallery

Join us for some sketching and painting the spectacular views at Pier 14 in the Embarcadero, next to the Ferry Terminal. Enjoy waterfront views of the Bay Bridge and Treasure Island, boats and seagulls, and the San Francisco Skyline. There are restrooms and snacks in the nearby Ferry Building. Hosted by members of the San Francisco Women Artists Gallery. SFWA is a designated SF Legacy Business in recognition of serving the community as a valued cultural asset of the city for over 100 years. Started in the late 1800s as the Sketch Club, it is one of California's oldest arts organizations.

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Use Meetup's search function to locate figure drawing groups in San Francisco. Filter results by location and interest category to discover nearby gatherings and workshops to attend.

Certainly! Check Meetup for upcoming figure drawing events in San Francisco. You can RSVP to the ones that fit your schedule and prepare your sketchpad for some creative time.

Costs can vary depending on the group or event organizer. Some figure drawing sessions might be free, while others may require a fee for materials or space. Always check event details for specifics.

Absolutely, you can join as many groups as you like! Engaging with multiple figure drawing communities can give you various perspectives and techniques to enhance your artistic skills.

Figure drawing events can be either online or in-person, depending on the organizers. Check the event description on Meetup for details on the format and location of each session.

Yes, many figure drawing groups welcome all skill levels, including beginners. Look for events with beginner-friendly descriptions to start your creative journey.

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Joining a figure drawing group offers networking opportunities, skill development, and the chance to meet like-minded artists. You'll enhance your craft while enjoying a supportive community.

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Meeting frequency varies. Some figure drawing groups meet weekly, others monthly or sporadically based on interest and availability. Check each group’s schedule on Meetup for details.

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If no local figure drawing events are available, consider expanding your search range. You might also participate in online sessions, which allow wider geographic inclusivity.

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