SUNDAY: Sketching Princeton

August 30, 2015

On Sunday New Jersey Urban Sketchers will be exploring the town of Princeton.  The day will be divided between sketching the University in the morning and in the afternoon we'll be in the streets capturing the atmosphere of one of our state's most beautiful towns.

DETAILS

Morning:   10:00a  Meet at Princeton University main gate in front of historic Nassau Hall (Nassau and Witherspoon Streets.)  Metered parking along city streets or easy access parking garage on Chambers Street about half block north of Nassau Street.

We will focus on the traditional architecture and spaces of the central core of the university but you modernists will also have the opportunity to sketch the more contemporary architecture on the east/southeast side of campus.

Lunch:  12:30p  We'll agree on a shady spot for our Picnic Style lunch. Bring your own or enjoy variety of local and ethnic eateries on Witherspoon Street and Palmer Square (just north of Nassau between Witherspoon and Chambers.)

Afternoon:  1:30-3:30p  Town sketching.  Palmer Square and the public square next to the Princeton Public Library (on Witherspoon) are great places for people watching with interesting buildings to draw.

Show and Tell:  3:30p  We'll go to the Triumph Brewery at 138 Nassau Street to share drawings, good stories and a beer or wine if you're so inclined.

NOTES:

-  Sleeping late?  Come anyway, no one is taking attendance.  We'll be happy you came.

-  You might want to bring a hat and a sketching stool for your personal comfort.

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Can't find us?

Call or Text Mark - 973-809-9128

There are no fees or attendance taken. All drawing skill levels are welcome

Keep the date in mind.  Further information as the date approaches.

SATURDAY: The View from Hoboken

 August 8, 2015

The Manhattan Skyline is incredible viewed from Hoboken.
With it's majestic sweep of the Hudson River, train terminals, piers, historic streets and architecture you will love sketching Hoboken's many views.

DETAILS:

When:   We start at 10 AM at Pier A.  Sleeping late? Driving slowly?  No worries - come anyway

Where:   See map for meeting site

How:   Click for Directions

Lunch:  12 - Noon:  Picnic Style, bring your own or pickup a bite in the numerous shops and stores.

Afternoon:   1:15 - Back to Sketching.  We'll move along the path of the map - across Sinatra Drive, up 4th Street then back using Washington Street.  Sketch at will as you go.

Show and Tell:  We'll finish up at the  The Dubliner, 96 River St at the corner of 1st Street to share drawings, good stories and a beer or wine if you're so inclined.

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Can't find us?

Call or Text Mark - 973-809-9128

There are no fees or attendance taken. All drawing skill levels are welcome

Sketching in Lambertville and Stockton, July 19

About 10 of us came out for some sketching in Lambertville today (Sunday 7-19-15) despite the heat.  Lots of great opportunities and settings for sketching-the river, the canal, cafe, historic buildings, and people visiting and walking by.  Some of us then went on to check out the Artsbridge and Watercolor shows at Prallsville Mill in Stockton. 

Thanks Jeff for organizing and the leading the charge! I am posting some images of our sketches-these are just some of the creations. 

SKETCH DAY, Sunday, July 19, Lambertville, New Jersey

See you Sunday, 10am in Lambertville, New Jersey
At the sw corner of Union and Bridge Streets
Weather forecast:  Warm and sunny.

Don't forget a good sun hat and folding stool.

Lambertville:  town center.
 

We can stay in the vicinity of the town center.  Plenty to draw within a five-minute walk:  commercial streets, outdoor restaurants, old canal, views across the Delaware River to New Hope, Pennsylvania. 

We will drive a couple miles north for lunch at Prallsville Mills and continue sketching for the afternoon:  preserved grain mill buildings, art galleries, railroad trail, canal and views of the Delaware River.

See the previous note for schedule and details.  Contact information for me is below.  Call to find us if you're running late. Look forward to seeing you.










SUNDAY JULY 19 LAMBERTVILLE, NEW JERSEY

SKETCHING ALONG THE DELAWARE RIVER

WITH NEW JERSEY URBAN SKETCHERS   njusk.blogspot.com

LAMBERTVILLE AND STOCKTON, NEW JERSEY

SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2016.  10AM-3PM

 

 

LAMBERTVILLE

One of Forbes “15 Prettiest Towns in America.”
Come for a morning of sketching picturesque streets, historic buildings, canals, art galleries, and views along the banks of the Delaware River.

10:00 AM  - 12:30PM  LAMBERTVILLE

Meet in the center of town at the corner of Bridge and Union Streets in the bank parking lot.  We’ll chose our sketching spots for the morning.

12:30 PM  - 1:30PM  TRAVEL TO STOCKTON AND BREAK FOR LUNCH

Depart Lambertville and gather for lunch in Stockton.  Bring your own lunch or find something along the way. Stockton lies approximately 4 miles directly north on   Route 29 (Main Street out of Lambertville.)  Arrive at Prallsville Mills at north end of Stockton for a picnic lunch.

 

 

1:30—3:00 PM    PRALLSVILLE MILL, STOCKTON

We continue sketching at the historical mill complex that sits at the confluence of the Wickecheoke Creek, Delaware and  Raritan    Canal, and the Delaware River.  Mill buildings now make up a unique arts community.

 

 

 

3:00—3:30PM  SHOW AND TELL.  Share your sketches and observations with your  colleagues outdoors or in one of Prallsville gallery spaces.

3:30PM AND AFTERWARDS:

Optional: continue drawing or adjourn to the Stockton Inn just down the road from the mill for refreshments and conversation.

DETAILS

LAMBERTVILLE:  Metered parking is available along town streets.  Flat rate parking is available in a lot off Bridge Street in the block east of Union Street or at the Lambertville Station Restaurant at Bridge Street and the river.  Abundant coffee shops and sandwich places.

Travel from Lambertville to Stockton along Route 29 (Main Street, travelling north from Lambertville.)

 

Lunch suggestions:  City Market Café, 74 North Main Street, Lambertville on the way to Stockton.  Cravings on Route 29 in Stockton.  Or bring your own.

Prallsville Mills: 33 Risler Street (Route 29), Stockton, NJ   (Public restrooms available!)

 

Bring along folding stools or chairs to make yourself comfortable.  Bring your favorite sketching tools (pencil, color pencil, watercolors, and sketchbook.

Rain date:  Sunday, July 26.

 

Questions?  Or to confirm, contact Jeff Charlesworth at

jeffreycharlesworth@gmail.com or phone/text 908.255.5051. 

More information about NJ Urban Sketchers at njusk.blogspot.com

All drawing levels welcomed and encouraged!  Tell your friends.

Bring a folding stool and attractive sun hat! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hi, I'm new to the NJ Urban Sketchers and look forward to sharing some of my sketches with the group. I am an art educator and artist. Here is a sketch I did over the weekend at Rockn Joe Coffeehouse in Millburn. It's a great place to sit and draw. They never rush you and the coffee is great!