[PREORDER] Lines of the City: Urban Sketches of Toronto catalogue

We’re happy to announce we are accepting pre-orders of our Exhibition catalogue! This limited-run book accompanies the Lines of the City exhibition at 401 Richmond, featuring on-location drawings that capture Toronto’s landmarks, streetscapes, and everyday spaces through the eyes of our sketching community. Available by prepayment only, this catalogue is a special edition produced in a single print run—once sold out, it will not be reprinted. 

Get your own little piece of the exhibition here! The catalogue features a small reproduction of each beautiful piece, with an accompanying story in the artist’s own words.

Feel free to share this link with family and friends, post online, etc.

Pre-orders have been extended to all members and supporters until November 8. Please allow about 2 weeks after pre-ordering closes to receive your catalogue.

Shipping is included for the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). If you require shipping outside of the GTA, please email toronto.urbansketchers@gmail.com to get a shipping quote.

Sketching in Yorkville

    SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2025 | 1:00PM-3:00PM

This Sunday we'll be returning to the fantastic Yorkville area!

There are many great spots to sketch - whether indoors or out, there are lots of options such as the Yorkville Fire Station, Yorkville Library, and cafes. Scriptus Toronto Pen Show is also happening from 10am-4pm at the Toronto Reference Library, 2nd floor.

1pm - Hosts will be at the corner of Yonge/Collier on the Collier St side. Optionally come by and say hi, before dispersing to sketch individually or in small groups. Hosts may head to Scriptus at the Toronto Reference Library, dependent on traffic into the event.

3pm - Meet in the same spot for our sketch throwdown and group photo.

Where: Yonge/Collier
When: October 26, 1-3pm
Hosts: Vivian (@vfsoetikno) and Natalie (@natalie.dauntless)

Please treat security with courtesy and do not block pedestrian traffic. Kindly refrain from sketching or photographing members of vulnerable communities while in the library.

More about Scriptus here: https://www.scriptusinc.com/

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Urban Sketchers Manifesto
1. We draw on location, indoors or out, capturing what we see from direct observation.
2. Our drawings tell the story of our surroundings, the places we live, and where we travel.
3. Our drawings are a record of time and place.
4. We are truthful to the scenes we witness.
5. We use any kind of media and cherish our individual styles.
6. We support each other and draw together.
7. We share our drawings online.
8. We show the world, one drawing at a time.

*****

Disclaimer
By participating in any events organized by Urban Sketchers Toronto (USk Toronto, USk TO), you agree to the following:

USk TO events are provided with no special warranty either expressed or implied.

You assume all risks while participating in the event. All participants must use care and good judgment and must obey the USk Manifesto, all rules and regulations of USk Toronto and the City of Toronto.
USk Toronto reserves the right to reject any participant who is causing disruption of activities during the event.

USk Toronto, including but not limited to the organizers, committee members, volunteers, sponsors, supporters, etc., assume no liability for any loss, theft, damage, or injury to property or persons, including death, whether arising in contract, negligence, equity, or otherwise.

USk Toronto reserves the right to post any pictures and videos taken during the events on social media without asking permission of each individual present in the material. (Discretion will be applied, where appropriate.)

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: BY PARTICIPATING IN USK TORONTO EVENTS, YOU ARE GIVING UP ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE CLAIMS THAT YOU MAY HAVE AGAINST THE ORGANIZERS

Sketching Nathan Phillips Square

   SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025 | 1:00PM-3:00PM

Let’s sketch this iconic square that’s Toronto’s Living Room!

1pm: Host will be at the Henry Moore “Archer” statue for about 10 minutes. Optionally come by and say hi, before dispersing to sketch individually or in small groups. There are lots to sketch whether you prefer architecture, statues, food trucks, or people-sketching!

3pm: meet in same spot for our sketch throwdown and group photo.

Please do not block pedestrian traffic and treat security with courtesy.

Tag @cityofto and @mayoroliviachow in your social media posts - let’s flood Toronto with our urban sketches.

Where: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St West
When: Oct 11, 2025 - 1-3pm
Host: Vivian (@vfsoetikno)

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Urban Sketchers Manifesto
1. We draw on location, indoors or out, capturing what we see from direct observation.
2. Our drawings tell the story of our surroundings, the places we live, and where we travel.
3. Our drawings are a record of time and place.
4. We are truthful to the scenes we witness.
5. We use any kind of media and cherish our individual styles.
6. We support each other and draw together.
7. We share our drawings online.
8. We show the world, one drawing at a time.

*****

Disclaimer
By participating in any events organized by Urban Sketchers Toronto (USk Toronto, USk TO), you agree to the following:

USk TO events are provided with no special warranty either expressed or implied.

You assume all risks while participating in the event. All participants must use care and good judgment and must obey the USk Manifesto, all rules and regulations of USk Toronto and the City of Toronto.
USk Toronto reserves the right to reject any participant who is causing disruption of activities during the event.

USk Toronto, including but not limited to the organizers, committee members, volunteers, sponsors, supporters, etc., assume no liability for any loss, theft, damage, or injury to property or persons, including death, whether arising in contract, negligence, equity, or otherwise.

USk Toronto reserves the right to post any pictures and videos taken during the events on social media without asking permission of each individual present in the material. (Discretion will be applied, where appropriate.)

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: BY PARTICIPATING IN USK TORONTO EVENTS, YOU ARE GIVING UP ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE CLAIMS THAT YOU MAY HAVE AGAINST THE ORGANIZERS

Sketching "A Lake Story"

  SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 | 11:00AM-1:30PM

“A Lake Story” is a special Waterfront art performance, created by artist Melissa McGill, consisting of a slow procession of approximately 120 canoes moving in unison across the lake, carrying large, wind-activated colour field paintings. The procession will be visible from many points along the shoreline.

It will be a sight to see, and you are cordially invited to capture this in your sketch!

Address: Sugar Beach, 11 Dockside Drive, by the pink umbrellas!

When: Sunday Sep 28, 2025 11am-1:30pm

Hosts: Vivian (@vfsoetikno) and Isabel (@modellatura_art)

11 AM: hosts will be by the pink umbrellas for 10 minutes. Hopefully, this place will be clear of crowds. Optionally come by and say hi before dispersing to sketch.
1:30 PM: We will meet at the same spot for the throwdown and group photo.

Notes:
It is expected that the place will be crowded with people who will view the procession. Also dress according to weather, this event will take place, rain or shine!

*****

Urban Sketchers Manifesto
1. We draw on location, indoors or out, capturing what we see from direct observation.
2. Our drawings tell the story of our surroundings, the places we live, and where we travel.
3. Our drawings are a record of time and place.
4. We are truthful to the scenes we witness.
5. We use any kind of media and cherish our individual styles.
6. We support each other and draw together.
7. We share our drawings online.
8. We show the world, one drawing at a time.

*****

Disclaimer
By participating in any events organized by Urban Sketchers Toronto (USk Toronto, USk TO), you agree to the following:

USk TO events are provided with no special warranty either expressed or implied.

You assume all risks while participating in the event. All participants must use care and good judgment and must obey the USk Manifesto, all rules and regulations of USk Toronto and the City of Toronto.
USk Toronto reserves the right to reject any participant who is causing disruption of activities during the event.

USk Toronto, including but not limited to the organizers, committee members, volunteers, sponsors, supporters, etc., assume no liability for any loss, theft, damage, or injury to property or persons, including death, whether arising in contract, negligence, equity, or otherwise.

USk Toronto reserves the right to post any pictures and videos taken during the events on social media without asking permission of each individual present in the material. (Discretion will be applied, where appropriate.)

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: BY PARTICIPATING IN USK TORONTO EVENTS, YOU ARE GIVING UP ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE CLAIMS THAT YOU MAY HAVE AGAINST THE ORGANIZERS