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Sketch and the City: Immersive Sketching at Grand Central
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1 Hours 30 Minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
"Sketch and the City" has been running immersive sketching experiences in New York City since 2017. Highly acclaimed with over 500 five star reviews on multiple platforms this experience will allow you to uncover your own creativity and see New York City in a whole new way!
No drawing experience is necessary. The focus of the experience is on the experience of drawing itself rather than on the end result. This opens the experience to people of all backgrounds, ages and abilities and makes it a fun and inspiring experience for everyone.
Hosted by New York based artist Ben Ponté this experience emphasizes sketching as a way of seeing the city anew. The group atmosphere encourages a personal and unique response in a supportive and fun environment.
Great for everyone: locals, visitors, couples, singles, families, kids or as a corporate team building exercise... Come along and see New York City in new and imaginative ways!
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
We meet at Grand Central terminal in the main concourse directly under the large American Flag. The American flag is visible from anywhere on the main concourse and hangs in the center of the building on the South side of the information booth. Try to arrive early to avoid delays.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The original New York City sketching experience returns for Spring & Summer 2024!
Embark on a sketching adventure through the iconic Grand Central Terminal & vibrant Midtown Manhattan with local artist & creativity guide Ben Ponté.
No prior sketching or art skills required. Pocket sketchbook included!
We meet in the magnificent Grand Central Terminal for introductions & warm-up sketching exercises to ignite creativity. From there, we sketch our way through the terminal & its surroundings, & with time & weather permitting, continue the exploration up to the NYC Public Library.
This is not a technical drawing class, but a way of using drawing to more fully experience & reflect on the visual energy of NYC. When we sketch we engage with what we see in fresh & exciting ways. Sketching allows us to pause, step back, & observe. It is a reflective experience that enlivens the senses & connects you with the source of your own creativity.
Ideal for solo travelers, couples, corporate teams, & groups of all kinds!
See also Ben's online experience 'Drawn from Within'. Both experiences are excellent for fostering individual creativity & team cohesion.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Sketch and the City
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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