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Drawing a blank on how to get creative this summer? Etching to learn something new? We’re here to set your mind at easel.

A very special West Side Fest Sketching Nature offers a nature-inspired workshop at Gansevoort Peninsula! The Hudson River has inspired some of the greatest works of art for a reason—let the beautiful Park views ignite your inner artist!

West Side Fest is a celebration of arts and culture on the West Side of Manhattan. Enjoy artmaking, workshops, dancing, crafts and other special programming across participating organizations from the West Side Cultural Network (WSCN). See the 2025 schedule of events and experience the festival on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture app.

About Sketching Nature

  • Learn how to draw from professional artists in a relaxed environment
  • Take home a unique work of art made by YOU
  • All art supplies provide

About the West Side Cultural Network

The West Side Cultural Network (WSCN) is a group of museums, parks, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions along the West Side of Manhattan. WSCN aims to ensure New Yorkers and visitors alike know they have access to the myriad, dynamic cultural offerings along the Hudson River and the adjoining neighborhoods.

WSCN members include Center for Art, Research and Alliances; CUE Art; Dia Chelsea; Hill Art Foundation; the High Line; Hudson Guild; Hudson River Park; The Joyce Theater; The Kitchen; The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center; Little Island; NYC AIDS Memorial; Poster House; Print Center New York; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; The Shed; Westbeth; White Columns; Whitney Museum of American Art.

A diamondback terrapin stretching out its neck in an aquarium tank at the Pier 40 Wetlab

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Sunday, Jul 13
11:00 AM
Gansevoort Peninsula  ·  Other Events at This Location
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