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.

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