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🌍 We show the world, one drawing at a time. #️⃣Tag your on-location sketch #urbansketchers 🔸Join USk programs and activities! Learn how in link👇 linktr.ee/urbansketchers

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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Submit your sketch and story to the Global Sketchbook on the USk website! Swipe for details on how to participate and get inspired by all the stories from around the world! Link is also available in our bio! 🌍✏️ urbansketchers.org/our-global-s... #GlobalSketchbook #UrbanSketchers
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Call for Symposium Host 📣📣📣 We are seeking a host for the International Urban Sketchers Symposium! Let us know you are interested and we will help you plan for it! 👉 Chapter Admins for full details and application forms, visit: urbansketchers.org/usk-symposium/
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Could your USk Chapter be the next Symposium Host? Tag an Urban Sketchers Chapter in the comments that you’d love to see take on the challenge. #usk #urbansketchers #usksymposium
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
These are some of the entries for #uskaugustprompts2026 Thank you everyone for participating!
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Help us tell the story of the Urban Sketchers International Symposium through reportage drawing. Apply by 30 September 2026 at 12 noon local time (4pm UTC). 👉 urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i... We look forward to receiving your application!
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Deadline Extension! 📣📣📣 The Call for Correspondents is OPEN! For the 15th International Urban Sketchers Symposium in Toronto, Canada, taking place 4–7 August 2027, we’re recruiting 4 Correspondents. Apply by 30 September 2026 at 12 noon local time (4pm UTC). 👉 urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Checkout the latest edition of Drawing Attention. Fall 2026. 👉 Read it online urbansketchers.org/2026/09/13/d... #urbansketchers #drawingattention
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
The Call for Correspondents is OPEN and the DEADLINE is approaching! 📣📣📣 For Symposium in Toronto, Canada, we’re recruiting Video and Sketch Correspondents: Apply by 14 September 2026 at 12 noon local time (4pm UTC). urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
The Call for Correspondents is OPEN and the DEADLINE is approaching! 📣📣📣 For Symposium in Toronto, Canada, we’re recruiting Video and Sketch Correspondents: Apply by 14 September 2026 at 12 noon local time (4pm UTC). urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Help us tell the story of the Urban Sketchers International Symposium through reportage drawing. Apply to become a Correspondent in Toronto, Canada. We are recruiting one Local* Sketch Correspondent & one International Sketch Correspondent 👉 urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Congratulations 2026-2027 USk Regional Events Grant Program Recipients! 🎉🎊✏️ 🔹Pune, India @asialinkpune.2026 🔹Taxco, Mexico @urbansketcherstaxco 🔹Budapest, Hungary @uskbudapest 🔹Stellenbosch, South Africa @uskstellenbosch 🔹Hyderabad, India @uskhyderabad urbansketchers.org/2026/09/09/c...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Help us tell the story of the Urban Sketchers International Symposium through reportage drawing. You are now invited to apply to become a Sketch Correspondent for the 15th International Urban Sketchers Symposium in Toronto, Canada 👉 Full details urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
The Call for Correspondents is OPEN! 📣📣📣 Through reportage drawing and video, Correspondents capture the atmosphere, encounters, & everyday moments that make the Symposium unforgettable. Apply by 14 September 2026 at 12 noon local time (4pm UTC). 👉 Full details urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Thank you for your Submissions! Call for Programming is Now Closed. We’re excited to announce that we received 228 proposals for workshops, lectures, and activities/demos. Selected instructors and presenters will be notified the week commencing 30 October. urbansketchers.org/2026/09/02/t...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Show the spirit of the symposium in Video format and join the team of correspondents in Toronto! Apply by 14 September 2026 at 12 noon local time (4pm UTC). 👉 Full details urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
USk September Prompts are here! 🖌️🎨 Take part this month and capture a piece of the world around you. Share your sketches using #USkSeptemberPrompts2026
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
31. Multicultural Toronto is one of the world’s most multicultural cities. Whether you’re looking for Italian, Ethiopian, Korean or Indian food - there’s a neighbourhood for everyone. There are even two Chinatowns! Sketch by @longl_art #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
30. Ships Docked along the waterfront, the Kajama Tall Ship can be booked for a sightseeing cruise around the Toronto Harbour. Sketch by @marekbad64 #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
29. Fountain With 27 cast-iron dogs (and 2 cats & 2 birds!), the Berczy Park Dog Fountain is a popular stop for humans and four-legged friends alike. Sketch by @spado_pretty_pictures #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
28. Transportation The Toronto Transit Commission, the city’s public transit system, runs a network of buses, subways and streetcars to connect people from home to work and leisure. Sketch by @modellatura_art #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
International USk Symposium Toronto 2027 – Call for Programming 📣📣 The 15th Urban Sketchers Symposium will take place in Toronto, Canada. We are seeking proposals for Workshops, Lectures and Activities/Demos. We look forward to receiving your proposal! 👉 visit urbansketchers.org/2026/08/01/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
27. Bird’s Eye View You blink and there’s another condo building going up. With so many working & living in skyscrapers, it offers a great bird’s eye view of many areas in the city. Sketch by @milutindjilas #USkAugustPrompts2026
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
International USk Symposium Toronto 2027 – Call for Programming 📣📣📣 Have a cool urban sketching technique?
A fun activity you’d love to try with other sketchers? The Call for Demos & Activities is OPEN! 👉 visit urbansketchers.org/2026/08/01/i... We look forward to receiving your proposal!
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
26. Cafe Winter or summer, cafes are often busy with people working on their laptops, catching up with friends, reading a book or sketching while enjoying a coffee. Sketch by @richardungarcartoons #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
International USk Symposium Toronto 2027 – Call for Programming 📣📣📣 We are seeking proposals for Lectures. Lectures allow you to share your own work, research, urban sketching stories, or another topic of interest to fellow sketchers.  👉 For full detailsl: urbansketchers.org/2026/08/01/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
25. Universities The University of Toronto downtown campus has a number of beautiful historic buildings. In the Spring, it is a popular destination for those who want to catch a glimpse of the cherry blossoms in bloom on the grounds. Sketch by @adrinesargsyan #USkAugustPrompts2026
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
International USk Symposium Toronto 2027 – Call for Programming 📣📣📣 We are seeking proposals for Workshops, Lectures and Activities/Demos. Workshops are presented as a more formal educational experience with a smaller group 👉 Visit: urbansketchers.org/2026/08/01/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
MEET TOBI, THE USk TORONTO INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM MASCOT! More here! urbansketchers.org/2026/08/24/m... #urbansketching #USkToronto2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Learn more about the city of Toronto through the 2027 Symposium logo! Designed by Darya Rakitine. Where red & white are often associated with Canada, blue is actually prevalent in many Toronto elements like the city of Toronto flag and logo. #urbansketching urbansketchers.org/2026/08/17/t...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
EVENTS DIRECTOR POSITION Apply by September 13, 24:59 UTC Urban Sketchers is seeking an Events Director to lead global and regional events, including the International Symposium and Regional Events Grant Fund. Send your CV and video to secretary@urbansketchers.org urbansketchers.org/2026/08/10/c...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
24.Bike To combat the traffic in Toronto, many people opt for riding bikes to get around quicker. There is also a bike lane along the waterfront where you can cycle from one end of the city to the other with a beautiful view.  Sketch by Nora MacPhail #USkAugustPrompts2026
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
23. Church When there isn’t a religious service happening, some of the churches may be open for small event gatherings or quiet reflection. Sketch by @norahstriesart #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
These are some of the entries for #uskjulyprompts2026 Thank you everyone for participating! 🎨🖌️
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
22. Green Given the high population density of Toronto and all its buildings, it may surprise people that there are quite a number of green spaces. There are some large parks such as Trinity Bellwoods and High Park in the west end, to Allan Gardens and Riverdale Park in the east. by @oshiniw
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
21. Traffic Toronto is alive with traffic from morning ‘til night and the city streets are constantly filled with lights, car horns and pedestrians. The streets of Toronto buzz with stories waiting to be told! Sketch by @judyswatercolour #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
20. Bars Depending on the occasion, there will be a bar to fit the mood of the outing: dive bars, sports bars or even speakeasy bars. Don’t drink? Many of them offer delicious mocktails as well! Sketch by @natalie.dauntless #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Help us tell the story of the Urban Sketchers International Symposium through reportage drawing. We are recruiting one Local* Sketch Correspondent & one International Sketch Correspondent. 👉 Full details and application forms are on our website urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
19. Storefront Some of Toronto’s storefronts are a character of its own, recognizable throughout the city with their iconic branding. Whether it’s a busy thoroughfare or a quiet neighbourhood street, you’ll find interesting storefronts to shop at and sketch. Sketch by @the.art.from.my.heart
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
18.Windows While the downtown core is filled with windows from the skyscrapers and condos, inside the historical buildings in the city is where you can find some beautiful window designs from a bygone era. Sketch by @dianabasc722 #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Learn more about the city of Toronto through the 2027 Symposium logo! Designed by Darya Rakitine. Where red & white are often associated with Canada, blue is actually prevalent in many Toronto elements like the city of Toronto flag and logo. #urbansketching urbansketchers.org/2026/08/17/t...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
International USk Symposium Toronto 2027 – Call for Programming 📣📣📣 We are seeking proposals for Workshops, Lectures and Activities/Demos. 👉 Read more urbansketchers.org/2026/08/01/i... We look forward to receiving your proposal!
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
17. Markets You can find local delicacies, meat & produce, and handcrafted arts at a number of bustling markets around town such as St. Lawrence Market, Kensington Market and many farmer’s markets around the city. Sketch by @watercolour.bysara #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
16. Retail Located in the heart of downtown and connecting two subway stops, Toronto Eaton Centre is a busy hub for shoppers. Constantly changing with new stores, dining options and retail pop-up experiences, there is always something new happening here. Sketch by @helenleungart
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
The Call for Correspondents is OPEN! 📣📣📣 Every year, the Urban Sketchers International Symposium is officially documented through the eyes of a dedicated team of Correspondents, who help tell the story of the event as it unfolds. 👉 Full details and application urbansketchers.org/2026/08/15/i...
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
15.Sculptures Whether it’s a reminder of our historical past, a visionary marker, or an artistic statement, public sculptures dot Toronto’s street corners and parks. They also make great meeting point markers! Sketch by @wetonwetonwet #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
14.Squares Opened in 2004, the Ontario College of Art and Designs’ main building, the Rosalie Sharp Centre for Design, is an iconic piece of architecture, with its checkerboard design suspended in the air by 12 steel legs. Sketch by @jchoudraws #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
13. Pubs There are countless pubs that can be found across all the neighbourhoods around Toronto, each with their own personality and pub fare offerings. Toronto’s oldest pub is the Wheat Sheaf Tavern, which opened in 1849 and located on the corner of Bathurst & King. Sketch by @creativelapofshilpi
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
12. Construction Toronto is constantly growing and changing, with new buildings going up everywhere. While the summers are beautiful in the city, Torontonians will often joke that there are only two seasons here: Winter and Construction. Sketch by @maantuda #USkAugustPrompts2026
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
11. Sounds Live music can be heard all around Toronto, from the talented street buskers to musicians inside music venues. Sketch by @pwlcreates #USkAugustPrompts2026 #USkSymposium2027
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Urban Sketchers (OFFICIAL) @urbansketchers.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
International USk Symposium Toronto 2027 – Call for Programming 📣📣📣 Have a cool urban sketching technique?
A favorite tool or trick?
A fun activity you’d love to try with other sketchers? The Call for Demos & Activities is OPEN! 📣📣📣 👉 For full details visit urbansketchers.org/2026/08/01/i...
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