The 9th International Urban Sketchers Symposium will be held in Porto, Portugal, July 18-21, 2018. Sketchers of all levels, experience, and backgrounds are welcome.

What is the Symposium?

The International Urban Sketching Symposium is an annual educational event organized by Urban Sketchers (USk), a nonprofit dedicated to fostering the practice of on-location observational sketching. The goal of the Symposium is to celebrate and practice the art of on-location sketching in the host city. The event offers valuable field-sketching instruction and opportunities for participants to network and socialize. Following our spirit of “sharing the world, one drawing at a time,” we aim to bring the Symposium to new cities and countries every year. Portland, Lisbon, Santo Domingo, Barcelona, Paraty, Singapore, Manchester and Chicago have hosted previous editions of the Symposium.

Symposium Passes

There are three types of passes: Workshop Pass, Basic Pass and Sketch Pass.  

All pass types includes access to the opening & closing receptions, demos, Skit Sketch presentations and Sketchwalks.

However, only the Workshop Pass & the Basic Pass will give you access to the educational event.  The Workshop Pass will give you full access with 4 choices of workshops.  If you are looking to spend time for social sketching and some educational experience, the Basic Pass which allows access to 2 workshops, would be your choice.

With the Sketch Pass, you will have a leisurely experience. You’ll meet everyone for the morning gatherings and then explore Porto between meeting up with others for sketchwalks during the day. You’ll be able to meet all the other sketchers during the receptions, demo, and social activities.

As illustrated below, you will see the access levels according to pass types, with the corresponding fee structure.

FAQs

What is the refund policy?

Urban Sketchers reserves the right to apply a $85 (USD) cancellation fee for all refunds. Due the need to finalize facilities, supplies, and programming, no refunds will be offered after June 18, 2018.  

Email symposium@urbansketchers.org for refund requests.

Can I buy a pass for someone else?

Yes, but information provided at registration, must be of the person attending the event.  Passes sold are non-transferable.  So, please ensure that the information provided is accurate.

Can I upgrade my pass type?

To upgrade a pass from Basic to Workshops you must register again and cancel your original registration. Email symposium@urbansketchers.org for a full refund.

Can I update my registration information?

The last day to change your programming choices in Eventbrite is June 18. After that, you will be able to access your information, but unable to make any changes to your programming choices.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Participants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the event, or receive special dispensation from the Organizers. Contact symposium@urbansketchers.org to discuss options for those younger than 18.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Send questions to symposium@urbansketchers.org