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The Edinburgh Sketcher at The King’s Gallery

Join Mark Kirkham, better known as the Edinburgh Sketcher, to explore Drawing the Italian Renaissance at The King’s Gallery, Edinburgh on 22nd November!

The Edinburgh Sketcher at The King’s Gallery

About The Edinburgh Sketcher at The King’s Gallery

22nd November 2025
1pm - 4pm
The Palace of Holyroodhouse
The Palace of Holyroodhouse Canongate, Edinburgh East EH8 8DX
£45
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Join Mark Kirkham, better known as the Edinburgh Sketcher, to explore Drawing the Italian Renaissance at The King’s Gallery, Edinburgh.

From Leonardo to Raphael, be inspired by the Italian masters and their skill in drawing subjects as varied as figures, flowers and friezes, and discover the fun and skill of sketching under Mark's expert guidance.

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