Plein Air: January 10 - Skate & Sketch, DC

Plein Air: 3rd Annual Skate & Sketch

National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC

Please join us for a morning of Plein Air drawing on Saturday, January 10, from 10am to 1pm at the Ice Skating Rink on the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden in DC.  This is a wonderful chance to practice drawing figures in motion, either strolling by the sculptures or skating on the rink.   It's also fun to frame a composition thru the sculptures.  All sorts of architecture on the mall is your backdrop.  You will be able to draw outside from benches near sculptures and skating rink, or inside the cafe.  You can also purchase a ticket and skate as our time here overlaps the skating session.  

Location: Constitution Ave NW and 7th St NW, Washington DC

Directions: See map here or press this Google Map link.

Cost: Free 

Number of registrants: Up to 20 members and their guests (Members may bring 1 guest.)

What to expect:  Once you have arrived, please check in with Lynn or Patti near the cafe entrance.  Bathrooms and water fountains are located in the cafe building.  Cafe serves delicious hot chocolate, pastries, salads, and sandwiches if you are interested in purchasing lunch or a beverage while we gather around 12:30 for an informal sharing session.

What to bring:   Bring only your sketchbook and dry medium.  Paints are not allowed on the premises.  A water bottle is suggested.  Please stay hydrated. Dress warmly in layers. Wear a hat, gloves, mittens.  If you choose to skate you are welcome to either bring your skates or rent them for a fee, and purchase a skating session ticket.  

Getting there: If you'd like to try to find a ride or carpool with other participants, please post a note in our members-only Facebook group.

Photos: Please take pictures!

Rain date:  No rain date.  Event will be held only if it is not raining.  

Questions:  If you have any questions or concerns please contact Lynn Lewis at lynnlewisstudio@gmail.com (text (301) 335-7923) or Patti Connell at pattic9063@gmail.com (text (301) 801-6590). 

Request:  Please contact Lynn or Patti at least 24 hours in advance if you have registered and later decide that you cannot attend this event (or cancel your registration on the MAA site).