6 Letter Brunch Cafe at Crawford Lane

This morning I joined I Jio You Sketching! and Cafe Sketchers Singapore to sketch at 6 letter brunch at 464 Crawford Lane. I had the big breakfast and my usual long black at the bottom right of this sketch. So happy to sketch with younger friends as they made me feel very much younger!

I sketched on the last three pages of Baohong Accordion Sketchbook square format with the new long-kinfe-nib fountain pen and Winsor and Newton watercolours.

Baohong Accordion Square
Size: 510 x 170mm

Video on April Sketchwalk

HarbourFront Centre soon to be demolished

I bought a few packets of normal A4 cartridge papers 135gm when I teach at Brahm Centre. So I just brought a few to the official sketchwalk and did the splashing for the sky on the spot. I love the blue by Talents Van Gogh watercolour set. The rest are Winsor and Newton watercolours.

Cartridge papers 135gm
Size: 297 x 210mm

April Sketchwalk at HarbourFront Centre

Hi Sketchers!

For April 2026's month end sketchwalk, we have a special collab sketchwalk with Mapletree to say goodbye to HarbourFront Centre, which is closing this year! This will be followed up with an exhibition of selected sketches, similar to our sketchwalk at St James Power Station and exhibition at ARC last year.

If you are keen to be considered for the exhibition, please print and fill in the release form from here: (https://drive.google.com/.../1uSO.../view...).

There will be a photographer on site to take photos of the event and photograph your sketches for the exhibition after the show-and-tell.

Formerly known as World Trade Centre when it opened in 1977, HarbourFront Centre was renovated and given its present name in 2003. It was once the gateway to Sentosa and the Expo hub before Suntec City and Singapore Expo were built. Ferries ferried visitors to and from Sentosa island and large-scale events like the book fairs and Festival of Books were held at the exhibition halls (https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1PtRhXgYGp/).

HarbourFront Centre is closing in the second half of this year, and Mapletree has invited us to sketch and bid farewell to this historic landmark. An exhibition is planned to feature selected sketches. So bring your sketch tools and your stories and join us!

There will be a welcome briefing with our hosts at 9:30 am before we begin.

If you wish to sketch indoors, you may patronise one of the cafes or eateries. Please do not set up your stool inside the mall as it will obstruct shoppers.

Please note that the show and tell location is at the front entrance of HarbourFront Centre.

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𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
Date: 25 April 2026
Time: 9.30am - 12.15pm
Nearest MRT station: Harbourfront MRT
Meeting point: VivoCity Lvl 3 SkyPark beside Marché
Throwdown location: Harbourfront Lvl 1 entrance
Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bZQHJsZCtiK6hwcG8
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𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆:
9.30am: Briefing at meeting point.
9.40am: Free and easy sketch
12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.15pm: Show and Tell (Harbourfront Lvl 1 entrance)
12.30pm: End
*Please note that location of Briefing and Show and Tell may subject to change if weather changes. Admin will edit location on this post if any changes.
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𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:
By participating this Event, you agree 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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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 Favian Ee

Video on location

Burmese Buddhist Temple

Check out the temple from this link: https://www.bbt.org.sg/

The Page Boy (Thu-nge-daw):
These two boys make sure all is in good order for the arrival of the king and his entourage. Page boys were young sons of lesser princes and nobles who served as errand boys in the palace. He is dressed rather like a jester, but with gold medallions and chains around his neck. He wears his hair tied in two bunches, one on either side of the head, high above the ears.

The Bell:
This bell outside the temple which is carried by two unique royal page boys is one of the master pieces for Myanmar traditional art. Devotees love to ring the bell as it is attractive and exclusive, especially for first time visitors.

The Chinthay:
The mythical lion-like creature standing in pairs at the entrance of a Burmese temple is called a Chinthe (or Chinthay). These statues function as guardians to protect the pagoda or temple from evil. While often depicted as stylized, powerful lions, they can sometimes appear as "man-lion" figures.

The pagodas:
Burmese pagodas, or paya, are sacred stupas in Myanmar that typically house Buddhist relics and act as centers for worship and meditation. They are often bell-shaped, gilded with gold leaf, and topped with a spire called a hti, featuring prominently in Myanmar's landscape, which is often called the "land of pagodas".

Group Photo at South Beach

Speed Sketching

I joined the fun today completing the bingo card by sketching all 4 locations at South Beach. This sketchwalk was the collaboration between Urban Sketchers Singapore and Marina Central Singapore. Most of us were like tourists in our own backyard when we explored South Beach. Esplanade Mrt Station Exit F was convieniently located at South Beach. We also had the opportunity to go up to the Sky Garden at level 21 of South Beach Tower which was normally out of bounds to the public.

I did 4 quick sketches on normal A4 cartridge papers to form a diagonal line on the bingo card on these 4 locations:
1. The wavy roofs of South Beach
2. Your art tools
3. View from Sky Garden (21F)
4. The Assembly (Conserved Building)

I got a sticker sheet for completing the bingo card! It was a fun-filled day of sketchathon at South Beach.

March Sketchwalk at South Beach Tower

Hi Sketchers!

This month, in collaboration with @marinacentralsg , we’re headed to South Beach for our monthly sketchwalk! Located at Marina Central district, South Beach is a city landmark with a mix of heritage and modern, combining conserved buildings and skyscrapers under its distinctive canopy.

The sketchwalk is open to all so do come down and join us for the event!

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𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
Date: 28 March 2026
Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Nearest MRT stations: Esplanade, City Hall & Bugis
Meeting point: South Beach Fountain Plaza (street level, near Harry’s)
Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/r3gegQ64rpAQS3JUA

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𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆:
9.30am: Briefing at meeting point
9.45am: Free and easy sketch around South Beach
12pm: Pack up and make your way to Show & Tell
12.15pm: Show & Tell at meeting point
12.30pm: End

We’ll be giving out a special South Beach BINGO card and map to help guide you on the sketchwalk. Flash your BINGO card for entry to the Lvl 21 Sky Garden. Plus, all participants get to enjoy exclusive retail and dining discounts!

- 15% off at @pera_singapore
- 10% at @harryssingapore @southbeach.sg
- Free beverage with any food order at @cafeleitzsg
- Free reusable bag with $15 spend at Evergreen @sunteccity
- 20% off at @straitsartco

Please take note to sit in public or outdoor areas and avoid blocking pedestrians and patrons, so that we can make this a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone!

Event banner by @p_e_i_y_i

South Beach Tower

I conducted a sketching workshop organised by Urban Sketchers Singapore at 21st storey of South Beach Tower, the views from different angles of the building were so stunning!

My Sketch at Objectifs

The yellow building at 155 Middle Road is a historic Gothic-style structure in Singapore that has evolved from a religious and educational institute into a prominent contemporary arts space. It is now occupied by Objectifs. Originally known as the Christian Institute, it was built between 1870 and 1875 by Charles Phillips, a British army officer, to serve as a Christian social centre.

Time Line from NLB:
1870s–1890s (The Christian Institute): The building was initially used for recreational activities and worship for young men. In 1891, it became the home of the Tamil Girls' School, which later evolved into the Methodist Girls' School.

1894–1930 (Middle Road Church): On 25 January 1894, it was inaugurated as the Malay Church, the first Straits Chinese (Peranakan) Methodist Church in Singapore. It was later known as the Middle Road Church.

1930 (Relocation): The congregation outgrew the space and moved to a new site at Kampong Kapor, becoming the Kampong Kapor Methodist Church.

WWII and Post-War (Diverse Commercial Uses): During the Japanese Occupation (1942–1945), the building served as a Chinese restaurant named May Blossom Restaurant. Following the war, it was used as a motor workshop (Sin Sin Motor Co.) and later a budget hotel called Continental Hotel.

1990s–2014 (Sculpture Square): In 1993, the building was allocated under the National Arts Council's Arts Housing Scheme. From 1999 to 2014, it operated as Sculpture Square, Singapore's first dedicated venue for three-dimensional art.

2015–Present (Objectifs): It is currently the home of Objectifs – Centre for Photography and Film, a non-profit visual arts centre.

February Sketchwalk Group Photo

We welcome Urban Sketchers Busan joining us on this sketchwalk at Objectifs.

February Sketchwalk at Objectifs

 Hi Sketchers!

For our February sketchwalk, we'll be heading to Objectifs. This chapel-architecture building, now known as Chapel Gallery, has a fascinating history—it once housed the May Blossom Restaurant, served as the Methodist Girls’ School, and even operated as a car workshop.

While you are allowed to select your spot of choice, please avoid blocking the entrance of Objectifs when sketching. Do not touch the free standing installations in the courtyard to avoid damaging them.

Objectifs has also organised film & photography activities part of its signature Saturdate event from 1pm-6pm that you may browse after sketching. Please refer to @objectifscentre Instagram for more info.

See you there!

Event Details: Date: 28 Feb 2026
Event time: 9:30am - 12:15pm
Nearest MRT: Bugis, Bencoolen, Bras Basah
Meeting point: Courtyard outside Objectifs
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/U66bebYuvbkYtGjVA

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆:
9.30am: Briefing at meeting point
9.40am: Free and easy sketch
12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.15pm: Show and Tell
12.30pm: End
*Please note that location of Briefing and Show and Tell may subject to change if weather changes. Admin will edit location on this post if any changes.

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

My participation in this Event is entirely voluntary.
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.
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.
For participant under 18 years old, his/her parent/guardian are aware and agree to the above clauses.
𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆:

Make your way to the location, be aware of surroundings, and maintain necessary distancing.
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.
Post your sketches, snapshots and videos online — 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐬 #𝐮𝐬𝐤𝐬𝐠 — so everyone can easily find the day's artistic output.
Some sketch leaders will go around to catch you in action for posts on Facebook and Instagram, so look out for them!
Happy sketching!! 

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘀:
Event banner by Zhu Zhanyan 

Group Photo at Chinatown

January Sketchwalk at Chinatown

Hi Sketchers!

For the first sketchwalk of 2026, we'll be welcoming the year of the horse at Chinatown! Feel free to walk around Chinatown and sketch the Chinese New Year decorations.  Just remember to gather outside Chinatown Point for Show & Tell.

Please take note to sit in public or outdoor areas and avoid blocking pedestrians or shoppers. Try not to sit inside the mall premises to avoid any issues with security.

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𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
Date: 31 Jan 2026
Event time: 9:30am – 12:15pm
Nearest MRT: Chinatown MRT
Meeting point: Open space outside Chinatown Point
https://maps.app.goo.gl/D1cNsYC212Jni72UA
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𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆:
9.30am: Briefing at meeting point
9.40am: Free and easy sketch
12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.15pm: Show and Tell (Open space outside Chinatown Point)
12.30pm: End

*Please note that location of Briefing and Show and Tell may subject to change if weather changes. Admin will edit location on this post if any changes.
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𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:
By participating this Event, you agree 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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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 Anita Ryanto @ Chinatown 2014. Horse year from 12 years ago

Group Photo at Orchard Road

Last Sketchwalk of the Year at Orchard Road

Hi Sketchers!

For the last sketchwalk of 2025, we'll be heading to Orchard Road, the public walkway along the stretch of ION Orchard to Takashimaya to bask in the Christmas and New Year season.

Please take note to sit in public or outdoor areas and avoid blocking pedestrians or shoppers. Try not to sit inside the mall premises to avoid any issues with security.

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𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
Date: 27 Dec 2025
Event time: 9:30am – 12:15pm
Nearest MRT: Orchard MRT
Meeting point: Public walkway outside ION
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mc9TVPbsHNtuyG3T6
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𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆:
9.30am: Briefing at meeting point
9.40am: Free and easy sketch
12pm: Start packing your things and make your way for Show & Tell
12.15pm: Show and Tell (Exact spot TBC but likely to be outside ION)
12.30pm: End
*Please note that location of Briefing and Show and Tell may subject to change if weather changes. Admin will edit location on this post if any changes.
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𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:
By participating this Event, you agree 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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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 Loo Fang Kai

Group Photo at Geneo

A Sketch of Geneo

Excerpt from A Garden Rooted in Genomics:
"As part of the rejuvenation of Singapore Science Park (SSP), CapitaLand introduces Geneo, a new cluster designed to be a hub for life sciences and deep tech innovation. Geneo seamlessly integrates work, live, and play elements, fostering a vibrant community of forward-thinking tenants from the life sciences, deep tech, and research sectors. Among its many initiatives, one stands out as a symbol of scientific exploration and discovery —The Seed at Geneo.

I had a state-of-the-art interior design project at the adjacent Science Park in early 80s. We used very strong colours and a series of laminates called "ColorCore" due to its solid colours throughout. I still had one of the small very heavy coffee table with me at home. I am sure the that multi-national office is now gone and Geneo brought back fond memories of that area. The complicated topsy curvy timber ceiling combined with its perspective was a huge challenge to sketch for many of us attending the Novemeber sketchwalk last Saturday. The fun chit-chat session over lunch at "Great Nanyang", one of the many eating establishments; was the highlight of the day for me! Thanks for the company.

A4 135 gsm Cartridge paper
Size: 210 x 297mm

November Sketchwalk at Geneo

Hi Sketchers!

GENEO Mall is part of Singapore Science Park’s latest life science focused precinct, envisioned as a mini city for innovation. It offers abundant communal spaces, including a naturally ventilated event plaza with lush landscaping. Covered by a dramatic louvered glass canopy and timber structures, the plaza serves as a relaxing place to gather and also doubles as a setting for large scale community events and this is exactly where we’ll be meeting for our sketchwalk!

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𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
Date: 29 Nov 2025
Event time: 9:30am – 12:15pm
Nearest MRT: Kent Ridge MRT
Google Maps Link:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/o1khPN1AKCJmicKk7
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𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆:
9.30am: Briefing at meeting point

9.40am: Free and easy sketch

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

12.15pm: Show and Tell

12.30pm: End

*Please note that location of Briefing and Show and Tell may subject to change if weather changes. Admin will edit location on this post if any changes.
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𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲:
By participating this Event, you agree 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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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 Favian Ee