Sketching Union Station

     SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2026 | 1:00-3:00PM

Can’t pass on this annual tradition of sketching one of our wintertime favourites! Let’s head back to Union Station, capture the grandeur of the Great Hall, sketch the people transiting through, and the myriad activities in the hub. Remember there’s also a vast subterranean food hall to discover.

1pm - optionally check in with hosts at the Great Hall by the clock before finding a sketch spot.

3pm - reconvene in the same spot for our group throwdown to share sketches, chat, and take a group photo.

Please note:
NO oil or acrylic paints to be used at this time at the venue’s request due to the heritage floors. Watercolours in a pan format are allowed. Please be mindful to avoid any paint spillage.

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

Tag @torontounion in your social media posts—they would love to see your sketches!

Where: Union Station, 65 Front St W
When: February 21, 1-3pm
Hosts: Natalie and Vivian

*****

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 Chef's Hall

    WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 | 6:00-8:00PM

Winter time, it’s freezing out, let’s huddle and sketch together at the Chef’s Hall!

With direct access from the PATH network – located in Richmond-Adelaide Centre, the Hall is a place where some of Toronto’s finest food vendors collaborate to provide a comfortable space for after-work drinks and eats…. and sketch!

Please note:
1. We are sketchers as well as patrons of the Hall. Please do enjoy the space and its various food and beverage offerings.
2. Electronic payment only! This space was created during the pandemic and has stuck to this payment method.

More about Chef’s Hall here www.chefshall.com also IG: @chefshallto

6pm - check in with hosts before finding a spot to sketch. We will be by the Lost Coffee shown in the cover photo.

8pm - let’s gather for a throwdown and group photo.

When: Wednesday Feb 18, 2026 - 6-8pm
Where: Chef’s Hall - Richmond-Adelaide Centre - 111 Richmond Street West
Hosts: Vivian and Natalie

*****

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 at The Rex Jazz Bar

   SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2026 | 1:30-4:00PM

photo courtesy of @satori3000

Thaw out from the cold, sketch and warm up with some live music at Toronto’s outstanding Rex Jazz Bar! We will be enjoying music performance by Selena Savage, a fantastic trombonist, and her Septet.

Note* This is a Pay-What-You-Can event. Please help support great musicians who are our fellow artists.

Please remember to tag @usktoronto as well as @therextoronto when posting your sketches.

Address: The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Club - 194 Queen St W

When: Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 -1:30-4pm

Hosts: Vivian and Natalie

1:30pm - Arrivals, get seated, order food/drinks
2-4pm - music by Selena Savage Septet.
Sketchbook throwdown will be after the music performance. To allow for venue to set up for the next musical act, we may need to clear out fairly quickly and do our group photo outside.

Cover photo courtesy of @satori3000

*****

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 the Swan Dive

  WEDNESDAY JANUARY 28, 2026 | 6:00-8:00PM

Hey, guess what, it’s been a long 5 months since our last Swan Dive meetup. Time for us to head back there for an evening chill meetup!

The bar, as the name suggests, is a cool dive bar with colourful atmosphere and cheap drinks. It is well decorated with vintage furniture, has arcade games, and though it’s dark, it’s a great opportunity to exercise our night-time vision and capture our fellow sketchers deep in shadows.

The drink selection is extensive — they can make just about anything, different types of beers, as well as daily drink specials. There are non-alcoholic options as well. For food options they serve hot dogs, veggie dogs, pizza pockets & chips.

Please note:
1. We are sketchers as well as patrons of Swan Dive. Please do enjoy the space and its various food and beverage offerings.
2. **Cash only!** There is an ATM in the back and a Scotiabank across the street.
3. Please keep drawing materials and equipment to a minimum as we will be at a bar with other patrons and the tables are sized as such.

More about Swan Dive here: https://www.instagram.com/swandiveto/

6pm - check in with hosts before finding a spot to sketch.

8pm - let’s gather for a throwdown and group photo, likely at the pool table at the back.

When: Wednesday Jan 28, 2026 - 6-8pm
Where: Swan Dive bar, 1631 Dundas St W, Toronto
Hosts: Vivian  and Natalie 

*****

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