Urban Sketchers Sarasota: Sketch Out at Historic Spanish Point
About this Event
Join Urban Sketchers Sarasota for an October sketch out at one of our area’s most beautiful combinations of Old Florida, local history, gardens, and waterfront scenery — Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point in Osprey.
Set on 30 acres along Little Sarasota Bay, Historic Spanish Point offers an incredible variety of subjects for sketchers. Wander among historic pioneer buildings, towering palms and native Florida plants, formal gardens, boardwalks, archaeological sites, and sweeping bay views.
You might choose the charming White Cottage, the stained-glass windows and bell tower of Mary’s Chapel, the 1901 Guptill House, Bertha Palmer’s Sunken Garden, the elegant Duchene Lawn, the waterfront Packing House, or simply find a shady spot and capture the landscape of Little Sarasota Bay.
There is plenty here to keep your sketchbook busy.
As always, artists of all skill levels are welcome — from brand-new sketchers to seasoned pros. Selby Gardens specifically welcomes sketching and other creative activities throughout the gardens.
Meet Up
We’ll gather at 10:30 AM in front of the Bayside Cottage for a quick welcome before heading out to explore and sketch.
Choose whatever catches your eye and settle in for a couple of hours of sketching. At approximately 12:45 PM, we’ll come back together for our traditional throw-down to share our sketches, followed by a group photo.
What to Bring
- Your favorite sketching supplies
- A portable chair or stool if desired
- Water — Selby Gardens encourages guests to bring their own
- Sun protection and bug spray
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Your sketchbook and your curiosity
Join Urban Sketchers Sarasota for an October sketch out at one of our area’s most beautiful combinations of Old Florida, local history, gardens, and waterfront scenery — Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point in Osprey.
Set on 30 acres along Little Sarasota Bay, Historic Spanish Point offers an incredible variety of subjects for sketchers. Wander among historic pioneer buildings, towering palms and native Florida plants, formal gardens, boardwalks, archaeological sites, and sweeping bay views.
You might choose the charming White Cottage, the stained-glass windows and bell tower of Mary’s Chapel, the 1901 Guptill House, Bertha Palmer’s Sunken Garden, the elegant Duchene Lawn, the waterfront Packing House, or simply find a shady spot and capture the landscape of Little Sarasota Bay.
As always, artists of all skill levels are welcome — from brand-new sketchers to seasoned pros. Selby Gardens specifically welcomes sketching and other creative activities throughout the gardens.
Meet Up
We’ll gather at 10:30 AM near the entrance/Welcome Center for a quick welcome before heading out to explore and sketch.
Choose whatever catches your eye and settle in for a couple of hours of sketching. At approximately 12:45 PM, we’ll come back together for our traditional throw-down to share our sketches, followed by a group photo.
What to Bring
- Your favorite sketching supplies
- A portable chair or stool if desired
- Water — Selby Gardens encourages guests to bring their own
- Sun protection and bug spray
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Your sketchbook and your curiosity
Location
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens – Historic Spanish Point Campus
401 North Tamiami Trail
Osprey, FL 34229
Admission is required. Current admission is $20 for adults, $12 for ages 5–17, and free for Selby Gardens members and children 4 and under. Member guests are $12. Tickets may be purchased online or onsite.
Want to make a day of it?
Our official sketch out ends at 1:00 PM, but there’s no reason to rush off. Historic Spanish Point is open until 5:00 PM, so you can continue exploring after our meetup. The Bayside Cottage Café is open from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM and offers sandwiches, beverages, and snacks with bayfront views.
Come spend a beautiful October morning sketching a place where Florida history, architecture, gardens, and the bay all come together.
As always, Urban Sketchers Sarasota follows the Urban Sketchers motto:
“We show the world, one drawing at a time.”
Bring a friend, grab your sketchbook, and join us in Osprey!
Please RSVP so we know you’re joining us.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens – Historic Spanish Point Campus
401 North Tamiami Trail
Osprey, FL 34229
Admission is required. Current admission is $20 for adults, $12 for ages 5–17, and free for Selby Gardens members and children 4 and under. Member guests are $12. Tickets may be purchased online or onsite.
Want to make a day of it?
Our official sketch out ends at 1:00 PM, but there’s no reason to rush off. Historic Spanish Point is open until 5:00 PM, so you can continue exploring after our meetup. The Bayside Cottage Café is open from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM and offers sandwiches, beverages, and snacks with bayfront views.
Come spend a beautiful October morning sketching a place where Florida history, architecture, gardens, and the bay all come together.
As always, Urban Sketchers Sarasota follows the Urban Sketchers motto:
“We show the world, one drawing at a time.”
Bring a friend, grab your sketchbook, and join us in Osprey!
Please RSVP so we know you’re joining us.
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