The SF Sketch Crew

Sketches from last 2 gatherings

2010-02-10T22:06:00.000-08:00

Heya ladies and gents,

Here are some sketches from the Coffee to the People and the Grove Superbowl Smasher!

Sunday February 21!!!!!

2010-02-10T20:03:00.000-08:00

Beers! Models! Motorcycles! Sketchings! Did I say Beers! And there's wine I guess. But there are beers!

Tosca Cafe
$7 to Sketch $2 PBRs $5 Wines!
7-9:30PM

The Grove on Fillmore

2010-01-29T18:59:00.001-08:00

Thank you to everyone that came out for Coffee to the People. I had so much fun with all of the random characters!

So the next meeting will be Sunday February 7th, at The Grove on 2016 Fillmore Street, off Pine. As usual, I will be there at the latest 2pm, but would like to show up around noon. For more info/map go to The Grove on Yelp.

Of course everyone is welcome, so feel free to bring friends, drawing materials, well as your appetite! This place has great coffee drinks, as well amazing food. But nothing tops the ambiance. This Grove is one of two in the city and a great place to have a latte and sketch. Of course if it gets to crowded, there is plenty of other places to sketch in the area, so we can always branch out.

Here are some of my sketch pages and picks from last Sunday:

Coffee to the People

2010-01-20T21:39:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone, it has been too long!!! Thanks to those that have been sending me emails regarding getting the group back together. I miss sketching with all of you as well and I can't take much more of this rain!

Last night was Sketch Tuesday at 111 Minna Gallery. It was so much fun. The whole time, all I could think about was how I need to do this more often. Well, now I'm going too! The plan is twice a month, but lets see what kind of response we get from this first meeting.

In an effort to allow people time to work around their schedule, I'm setting up a Sketch Day for Sunday the 24th at Coffee to the People, not to be confused with Peoples Cafe. To those of you that have never been here before, it is on 1206 Masonic, off Haight Street. This place has always been one of my favorite coffee shops in the city. There are random seats of all kinds, not one matches the other. There are tons of random books and boardgames crowding the shelves on the walls. Of course there is coffee, pastries, and it is in Upper Haight, so there will be no shortage of people to draw.

Here is a link with all the info you will need:

Coffee to the People

I plan to get there around noon, but lets say 2pm to give everyone time to make the trip. As always, I will have my phone on me, so feel free to shoot me an email if you need my number. If anyone will be driving and is willing to pick people up from the bart, please shoot me an email and I'll organize that. The same goes for those that need a ride.

Well, I hope to see everyone there. Feel free to bring anyone else you know that is interested or simply show up yourself. I'm looking forward to seeing some progress since last time! Personally, I think I'm getting worse ;)

Also, Feb 27th is the next Sketch Crawl, so mark your calenders:

Sketch Crawl

If you don't have my email, comment below.

Lastly, here are some of the few images retrieved from last night at 111 Minna Sketch Tuesday

-Seth

Events Before I Leave For Vacation

2009-06-13T16:47:00.000-07:00

Though I have been crazy busy with leaving for Europe and working on my portfolio, I would like to get another couple sketch groups together before I take off. Also, due to the fact that I'll be away for a little over three weeks, I'd love to see some of you get together while I'm gone! For that reason, feel free to post some of your personal work for critique and take advantage of the local talent that regulars this blog!

As for sketch days, I'm making my own schedule up through the 22nd, so I'm open to any date and time prior. Comment below for suggestions and lets get together soon!

Events So Far:

1.
June 20th: Pirates of San Francisco Bay!- Pirate themed, Authentic Costumes in an old victorian mansion! 5 stories!, $25.00 for the night- includes open house/ live-DJ Savvy, hookah bar/ wine bar/ snacks/ authentic costumed and nude models, photo-booth! Located at a historic home on 1198 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117- at the corner of Fulton and Scott across from Alamo Square! 8pm to 1am- 5

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BTqX5MNHnk

2.
June 23rd: The third Tuesday (4th in this case) of every month Minna Gallery hosts a really cool event in which you get to sketch with professionals and sell your work while drinking beer, etc. Check the video below!

Update

2009-06-04T23:08:00.001-07:00

Up was amazing! If you haven't seen it yet, get to your local theater as soon as possible.

Here are some pages from the last few sketch gatherings we've had. I hope you like:

Up!

2009-05-29T20:43:00.000-07:00

Between eye surgery, my birthday skydiving trip, leaving for Europe, and putting my 2 weeks at the 9-5, I've neglected the Sketch Crew! Well, to make amends I'm getting us all together for a night no serious artist can opt out of, Up. Yes, thats right, we're all getting together to watch the long anticipated release of Pixars Up! If you've already seen it watch it again! Time is 6:45pm, Thursday June 4th at the AMC theater for the 3D showing. Tickets should be $13.50, $12.50 with student ID's. Be there or be square.

CORRECTION: It's playing in 3D at 845 Market Street in the mall.
I'll be there at 6!

Marina

2009-05-26T23:04:00.001-07:00

Marina
Originally uploaded by jjutt

San Francisco, Marina
05.17.09 w/Seth Henderson

MonkeyBum

2009-05-26T23:03:00.001-07:00

MonkeyBum
Originally uploaded by jjutt

it just came out that way!

Memorial Day

2009-05-26T22:54:00.000-07:00

"If I can make art for a livin' I win!"

Marina Sunday

2009-05-13T00:32:00.000-07:00

Hey Crew,

This Sunday we're all going to meet at my house 11ish and after a little getting to know you conversation we can grab some coffee and/or food nearby around noon, then branch out from there. The address is 2495 Lombard Street in the Marina. Ring when you get here and be sure to bring any drawing materials you wish, while being prepared for the weather. I expect nice with a chance of wind.

Also, see post below for Saturday Gallery hopping

Gallery Hopping on Saturday

2009-05-11T22:26:00.000-07:00

Seeing if anybody is down to do some gallery hopping on Saturday! I'd say we can meet up on Union Square around 1, and start going through the Geary Blvd. galleries. Hoping to end up at the Shooting Gallery on Larkin. I think those are the only ones I know of by Union Square. Then there are also some neighboring galleries by 111 Minna as well. Any interests?

- Angelo

Metamorphica Sketches

2009-05-09T22:21:00.000-07:00

To those of you that don't know, my eye surgery went well and though I'm not yet 100%, expect another drawing day here shortly.

As for posts, here are my belated images from the Metamorphic drawings session. I'm trying to track down the artist that did the imagery in the background of the photos to credit her work here...

04.30.09 - Yerba Buena & Westfield Sketches

2009-05-01T00:36:00.000-07:00

Here are my sketches from tonight's session. I think it was a great night altogether, despite the cold sneaking up on us in the park.

We moved over to the Westfield when it got too much outside and, after a brief run at Mai Do, an awesome stationary store that has great brushes and pens, we got down to business at the food court. There were lots of people just waiting to be drawn.

After we parted ways, I got on the train and continued sketching for a little bit before drifting off to slumberland.

Hope to see you all at the next one.

Sketches From Yerba Buena

2009-04-30T22:46:00.000-07:00

Thanks to David for bringing the almond cookies!

My Sketches from the GG Park Meet

2009-04-26T19:50:00.001-07:00

I almost forgot to post these up!

This time I decided to step out of my usual comfort zone and took a stab at non-character related subject matter in various media. I'm happy with the way the watercolor turned out and anxious to discover the way to add more layers for a thicker look.

Also, I tested out toned paper for the first time as well. The charcoal gave me some trouble, but over all, it was fun.

Sketching @ Yerba Buena, Thursday, 6pm

2009-04-25T14:44:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone,

We're going to try and get together for an evening of sketching this Thursday evening at 6pm. The place? The park between the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts and The Metreon. I figure we got a couple hours in the sun before we have to move inside and I'm really getting used to the springtime sun. So bring your sketchbook, drawing pad, random pieces of paper and your drawing sticks and let's do this thing!

33 Revolutions Live Band performance

2009-04-22T22:32:00.000-07:00

hi all,

Just wanted to post this sketch I did at 33 Revs while this jazz band was playing. I had no idea was going to take it as far as I did and as quickly as I did it. This took me two hours to do altogether. I am so proud of myself for getting something done very quickly.

Metamorphica

2009-04-21T12:31:00.000-07:00

I went to the very first one and I have to say it was a blast. This is a monthly event that my friend hosts. It's pretty intense - you're surrounded by a whole bunch of other creative artists, drawing practically non stop. It has a pretty chill atmosphere and if you're interested to draw some costumed figures, this is the place to go!

Here's a link to some of the sketches I did that night: http://nocturnalconcept.blogspot.com/2009/03/metemorphica-workshop.html

And for more info, here's their blogspot that has a whole bunch of pictures from previous events and other people's drawings: http://busstopgallery.blogspot.com/

Saturday May 2nd, 7pm -1am
135 Dore St, San Francisco, CA
Theme: Butoh
Designer: Bad Unkl Sista
Price: $25 ($20 with student ID)

RSVP required, no tickets at door. Space is limited to 25 people. Contact Nadia Mogilev for more info and to purchase tickets: busstopgallery@gmail.com

Sketches from GG Park

2009-04-20T17:52:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone,

It's Vincent. Just checking in to post some sketches from Sunday's trip to the Park.

This was my view out from the De Young Cafe. It was a nice day out that day and everything was looking great. I got bored of this pretty quick though and moved on.

During the conversation one of our sketchers said that if he had a superppower, it would be to speak every single language fluently. I'm a visual person and a comic book artist so I immediately thought of this.

I had to leave a little earlieer than everyone else, but before I left I got in a few nice sketches of some things from the Japanese Tea Garden. I wish I had more time there because the flowers and plants were amazing to look at. Great for still life practice!

That's it for now. Hope you all had a great weekend and I want to see you at the next one. That means YOU!

GG Park Photos

2009-04-19T22:19:00.000-07:00

Though sketches are on the way, our trip today was so beautiful I had to take some quick snapshots with my phone. Here are some that turned out okay:

Bringing Old to New

2009-04-17T00:28:00.000-07:00

Take the oldest drawing of yours that you can find and redraw it to the best of your current ability. Post both versions below for comments:

Amazing Artist Has Drawing Contest!

2009-04-15T19:17:00.000-07:00

Here is a link on DA, put on by one of my favorite artists. Check it out and lets post up some submissions!

http://news.deviantart.com/article/77159/

...better late than never

2009-04-14T17:55:00.000-07:00

see you sunday gang!

This Sunday the 19th in GG Park!!!

2009-04-14T01:00:00.000-07:00

Sunday is the next meeting and I can't wait to see all the new faces! Weather permitting, I would like to visit Golden Gate Park. It should be nice but if the weather does change, so will the location. As always, feel free to post up ideas below under "comments"

I'm thinking noonish we can meet at the De Young and spread out from there. When are you available?

SketchCrawl Apr 11?

2009-04-10T11:36:00.000-07:00

Is anyone going to the sketch crawl tomorrow (sat apr 11) ?

...meet at the park right above the parking lot on kearny street ... it's called Portsmouth Square. Let's meet at 10:30am.

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=kearny+st ... 7&t=h&z=18

We usually meet close to the kids playground

The plan will simply be spread around chinatown and little italy ... follow your nose and enjoy the day.
We'll meet for the end of crawl sketchbook sharing at the same spot at 4:30pm.

People Watching

2009-04-03T19:35:00.000-07:00

Here are a few sketches from my people watching expedition Thursday. What do you think?

Cartoon Art MuseumTomorrow (Thursday)!

2009-04-01T19:35:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! I'm leaving at 2pm to check out the Cartoon Art Museum, and will be sketching after. As always, I'm open as to locations, so comment below if your available and we can all meet up!

sketching in golden gate park

2009-03-31T18:17:00.000-07:00

hey guys, i'm going to be sketching in golden gate park this friday afternoon if anyone wants to meet up. if the weather is less than pleasant, then i'll probably end up in a cafe in the area.

@ the 33

2009-03-30T00:35:00.000-07:00

33 Revolution was a great place. Here are the two sketches I did while I was there. The third image is the page I was drawing the foreground characters for. The parents still need some work, but I'm getting there...

Sunday 33 Revolutions

2009-03-29T00:57:00.000-07:00

Though I'll be there at 1:30, feel free to drop in anytime between 10 and 5pm. We will all be sketching and working on art. I look forward to seeing some new faces!

33 Revolutions in El Cerrito

2009-03-28T17:25:00.000-07:00

Just a note to all the sketchers out there. I'll be @ 33 Revolutions on Central Ave. and San Pablo Ave. in El Cerrito tonight and tomorrow. I got to get some comic strips done so I'll be chillin' with my headphones on and my supplies out. If you want to come down all the directions and goodies are on their site: http://www.33revolutions.com . I'll be there most of the day tomorrow, too and will post my sketches and page progress on the site when I get home.

Meeting Sunday!

2009-03-26T16:09:00.001-07:00

Where too?

I'm finishing some freelance work, so I can't do all day, but would love to take a break and do some drawing! Lets hear some thoughts on time and location. So far I've heard the Wharf. Hit the comments button below to comment.

The Grove

2009-03-26T09:34:00.000-07:00

Hey guys, I'm headed to The Grove in an hour or so to do some artwork. It's a coffee shop in the Marina off Chestnut and Avila, between Scott and Pierce. It's got the coolest atmosphere! I'll take pictures and post them below. If anyone is in the area, stop by. I should be there through 2pm.

Update! Here are the photos and sketches, plus one I colored quickly in PS:

Sparky's Diner Sketches

2009-03-25T18:20:00.000-07:00

I had a lot of fun at Sparky's last night meeting all the folks and getting my draw on. Haven't been that inspired in a wulie and it was great to be in that atmosphere among fellow struggling (!) artists just trying to do our thing.

These are the sketches I got from the group plus one from when I was hanging out before the session since I got there REALLY early. Next time I'll be fashionably late like the rest of y'all. ;)

Sparky's Diner

2009-03-24T23:03:00.000-07:00

It was great to meet all of you! Thanks again to everyone that could make it, and to all of those that will be there next time, PICK A PLACE!!! Anywhere that there is to draw, hit me up. I suggest "The Grove." It is a spot over in the Marina that has the coolest atmosphere; very inspirational. I'm open to any ideas.

I witnessed some great artwork and enjoyed tossing my sketchbook around. I can't wait to see those drawings I missed and look forward to being reminded of the ones I remember. Please post up our work as soon as you get a chance. So there is no lag, try to go with 72 dpi at around 750 tall. Here are some drunken sketches that made it to my sketchbook at Sparky's:

Next Meet: Tuesday @ Sparky's Diner

2009-03-19T22:07:00.000-07:00

Bring all your art friends! With a $1.50 Happy Hour, Sparky's at 242 Church Street should be a great place for all of us to meet up. There we can have a beer while getting to know each other and sketching the random characters we come across.

Happy hour is 5-9pm this Tuesday. I'll get there 7ish, though several people will be there earlier.

Lastly, obviously the blog is up! I tossed up the sketches I've received so far. We should have some photos up soon as well. Feel free to toss me ideas as to the look, etc.

-Seth

First Meet at the SF Zoo

2009-03-19T18:25:00.000-07:00

Though it rained off and on most of the day, we got some nice sketches out of the experience. Here are some of the ones I've received so far: