Illustrator meet-up at Regent’s Park / London illustrator meet-up / Blend

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Join fellow illustrators for a morning of sketching leading up to an afternoon event: the Children’s Publishing Picnic.

The Waterside Café

The next meet-up for London-based (or visiting!) illustrators is officially scheduled and EVERYONE is welcome!Join us on Saturday, 16th August, from 10:30 to 13:00 at the Waterside Café in Regent’s Park –with the option to stay on until 17:00 to join the Children’s Publishing Picnic run by Steven Lenton.About the Location: Regent’s Park is one of London’s Royal Parks, known for its formal gardens, open spaces, and diverse wildlife habitats. It features Queen Mary’s Gardens with its famous rose collection, an open-air theatre, and London Zoo. The park also offers boating, sports facilities, and picturesque scenery – the perfect setting for a morning of sketching!What’s Happening: After our morning of sketching, you’re welcome to join us for another event: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DLM6KTwKrH5/?hl=en" title="https://www.instagram.com/p/DLM6KTwKrH5/?hl=en" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the Children’s Publishing Picnic</a>, organised by the wonderful Steven Lenton! This is a great opportunity to meet even more illustrators and take part in a children’s book swap: bring your own book, pop it into a bag, and blindly pick another to take home! <h3>What to Expect</h3>10:30 AM: Meet at the Waterside Café in Regent’s Park for a friendly meet-and-greet.11:00 AM: Disperse for sketching! You can choose from several options:<ol><li>Stay by the lake, where it’s cooler and more shaded.</li><li>Sketch some action! There’s a football club near the café that often hosts informal games on Saturdays. If a match is on, feel free to sketch players in motion from the sidelines!</li></ol>12:50 PM: Regroup at the Waterside Café for a quick wrap-up. Then, for anyone interested, we’ll head over to the Children’s Publishing Picnic – about a 10-minute walk from the lake.<h3>What to Bring</h3><ul><li>Your sketchbooks, paints, tablets – anything and everything is welcome!</li><li>All skill levels are encouraged to join – from hobbyists to seasoned illustrators. Everyone brings something unique to the table.</li></ul>Note: If you're planning to attend the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DLM6KTwKrH5/?hl=en" title="https://www.instagram.com/p/DLM6KTwKrH5/?hl=en" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Children’s Publishing Picnic</a>, please bring a children’s book to swap (and maybe some snacks to share) <h3>Details</h3>Please arrive at The Waterside Café by 10:30 AM.Facilities:<ul><li>Café on-site for snacks and drinks</li><li>Public toilets available</li></ul>Access:Regent’s Park is easily accessible via public transport.Postcode for guidance: NW1 4NR (note: this covers a large area).Nearest tube station: Baker Street About Blend<a href="https://www.instagram.com/blend_illo/" title="https://www.instagram.com/blend_illo/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Blend</a> is the London AOI Meet Up, hosted by illustrator <a href="https://wendyillustrates.com/" title="https://wendyillustrates.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Wendy Warren</a>. All Illustrators across London are welcome. Come along to share ideas, inspiration and more at Blend meet ups, talks and drawing sessions. Please follow Blend on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blend_illo" title="https://www.instagram.com/blend_illo" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">instagram</a> to be notified of their events. Accessibility:The AOI would like to make events accessible to all, where possible. Please let us know your access requirements at least one week in advance by emailing info@theaoi.com

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