New Town Perspectives: city centre sketching tours with the Edinburgh Sketcher

Description

Learn how to quickly capture the world around you in ink and watercolour on this beginner-friendly sketching tour. Known locally as the Edinburgh Sketcher, ink and watercolour artist Mark Kirkham is well-known on social media for the sketches he creates on the streets of Edinburgh, and beyond. On his new series of 2026 tours, Mark will guide you around his favourite New Town sketching spots starting in Dublin Meuse, picking out details in architecture and nature that will help describe the techniques he has picked up over a decade of sketching around Edinburgh. Each class will touch on details, perspectives, depth and composition. You will begin with quick 5 minute exercises to relax the hand and build confidence, and work up to a longer, detailed vista. The locations will be chosen to suit the weather conditions. You will start at The Arienas Collective, where you will have access to toilet facilities and drinking water, and can leave any belongings before heading out on your tour. You will return to The Arienas Collective to add a few finishing touches, and for welcome-back refreshments. Mark's sketching tours are perfect for all levels, from beginners to those who would like to learn more about his unique speed-sketching style, or to practice sketching with ink and watercolour. All materials, access to equipment and refreshments are included in the price. An optional Edinburgh Sketcher kit will be available to buy on the day, subject to availability. A note about the Scottish weather We're used to a bit of wind and rain in Edinburgh, so please do check the forecast before you leave and dress weather-appropriately. In the event of extreme weather conditions, you will sketch indoors instead using a range of visual references.

What's included in the price?

All equipment is provided, and the materials you need to complete your project are included in the price of your workshop. And, you will take home all the beautiful pieces you have created. Locally-sourced, light refreshments are also included in the price, including a selection of Shibui teas, Mr Eion coffees, plus access to drinking water. On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat in. There is a wide range of independent sit-in and takeaway cafés, local shops and delicatessens, plus a range of supermarkets within a few minutes walk.

Cancellation policy

Non-refundable - Refunds are not available

Maker

The Arienas Collective

with Craft Courses since 2017

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The Arienas Collective supports local artists and makers to earn a living by sharing their creative skills and passions with others through delivering workshops. The workshops are run from our mews home in the beautiful Georgian New Town of central Edinburgh. We believe in the wellbeing benefits of engaging in creative activity, and our class sizes are kept small so that you get the support you need to make the most of your time with us. We teach you creative skills you can continue at home.