Pop-up exhibition - Urban Sketchers Maryborough

To celebrate the 4th anniversary of Urban Sketchers, a selection of works will be on display upstairs at Gatakers Creative Space.

The Urban Sketchers mission is to raise the artistic, storytelling and educational value of on-location drawing, promoting its practice and connecting people around the world who draw on location where they live and travel.

"See the world, one building at a time".

Nestled on the banks of the mighty Mary River, Maryborough is a beautiful town, rich in history, industry and culture, the choice of stunning architecture and scenery is a feast for the eye and inspiring to those wanting a diverse urban landscape. 

This pop up exhibition is a selection of on-location drawings and paintings from various artists of the Urban Sketchers Maryborough group. 

Throwdown

As part of the 4th Anniversary celebrations, a Throwdown of Artworks will take place in the Creative Studio. 

Join the sketchers for an exciting showcase of sketches created throughout the morning! The group will lay all the artwork out on the ground and gather around for a fun and inspiring group chat.

This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow sketchers, share your work, and see the creativity that’s unfolded during the morning.

If you would like to join the morning sketch. The group will meet in the Gatakers Courtyard at 9.30am.

When: Sunday 3 August 2025 -  9.30am Group meets for sketching | 11.30am Throwdown of works 

Where: Gatakers Creative Space, 311 Kent Street Maryborough 

Visit the Urban Sketchers Maryborough Qld Facebook group to find out more.

Urban Sketchers Manifesto

1. We draw on location, indoors or out, capturing what we see from direct observation.
2. Our drawings tell the story of our surroundings, the places we live and where we travel.
3. Our drawings are a record of time and place.
4. We are truthful to the scenes we witness.
5. We use any kind of media and cherish our individual styles.
6. We support each other and draw together.
7. We share our drawings online.
8. We show the world, one drawing at a time.