Capturing the character of your favourite city corners

Discover the beauty of urban architecture through my sketches

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Downtown Tote Bags

Downtown Tote Bags, which I affectionately refer to as 'walkable art,' are adorned with a city or town theme, adding both artistic flair and functionality to the design. Two sizes are available, the Standard and Long Tote. Shipping on the totes is a bit longer, please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.

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Commissions

A commission is the perfect way to bring a personalised touch to your
home or give as a unique and memorable gift. Your favorite local bar, storefront or restaurant will be
hand drawn and coloured using alcohol-based markers and available in a 9'x12'
option. These sketches are a great gift idea and addition to any home space.
Each sketch is unique and based on photos provided by you. 

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  • Miniature works of art, the Downtown Sketcher's Toronto Coaster Collection is now available

    Miniature works of art, the Downtown Sketcher's...

    We have just launched an exciting new collection that captures the heart and soul of Toronto through beautifully crafted coasters. This collection transforms iconic city landmarks into functional art pieces that...

    Miniature works of art, the Downtown Sketcher's...

    We have just launched an exciting new collection that captures the heart and soul of Toronto through beautifully crafted coasters. This collection transforms iconic city landmarks into functional art pieces that...

  • Craft Nova Scotia Designer Craft Show 2024 - Blog - Downtown Sketcher attending

    Craft Nova Scotia Designer Craft Show 2024

    Join us at the Craft Nova Scotia Designer Craft Show from November 15-17, 2024, for an exciting showcase of local craftsmanship. This event will feature unique, handmade designs from talented makers across the...

    Craft Nova Scotia Designer Craft Show 2024

    Join us at the Craft Nova Scotia Designer Craft Show from November 15-17, 2024, for an exciting showcase of local craftsmanship. This event will feature unique, handmade designs from talented makers across the...

  • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic in Lunenburg

    Exploring the Rich Heritage of the Fisheries Mu...

    Step into a world of maritime history at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, a hidden gem nestled in the scenic coastal town of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. This captivating museum...

    Exploring the Rich Heritage of the Fisheries Mu...

    Step into a world of maritime history at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, a hidden gem nestled in the scenic coastal town of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. This captivating museum...

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    Sizes include 5"x7", 8"x10", 9"x12" and 11"x14"

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    All our prints are sealed in an eco-friendly, compostable cello sleeve made of plant fibres with thick backing cardboard and mailed in a non-bend envelope.

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The Toronto Collection is complete and I’ll be posting a couple of the sketches before the One of a Kind show in November. This is @casalomatoronto a Gothic Revival-style castle located in midtown Toronto. Built between 1911 and 1914, it was the former residence of Sir Henry Pellatt, a prominent Canadian financier and military man. The castle’s name means “Hill House” in Spanish, reflecting its position on a hill overlooking the city. #OneOfAKindShow #TorontoArtists #toronto #TorontoArt #HolidayShopping #ArtAndCraft #TorontoLife #halifaxartist #OOAKToronto #casaloma #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk
Loads of houses sketched up recently. Another one that was part of an 8 piece collection. #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal
A special family home sketched up. It was part of an 8 piece collection. #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal
Another commissioned sketch of a special family home. #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal
Another commissioned sketch of a special family home. #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal
As we wrap up another amazing @makermarketns (huge thanks to Harmonie & Kimi), we’re excited to shift our focus to preparing for the upcoming Christmas shows! Yesterday, we sold one of our first Toronto sketches, “Ball game at the Rogers Centre,” and it brought such joy to hear it reminded a happy shopper of hotdogs and cheering for the @bluejays. Stay tuned for more Toronto-inspired pieces as we gear up for the One of a Kind Show from November 21-26. Check out the link in my bio or visit my website for more! @ooak_toronto #OneOfAKindShow #TorontoArtists #toronto #TorontoArt #HolidayShopping #ArtAndCraft #UniqueGifts #ChristmasShopping #TorontoLife #CreativeToronto #halifaxartist #halifax #halifaxlocal #TorontoArtScene #TorontoCreatives #TorontoArts #OOAKToronto #CanadianArt #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #copic #copicmarkers #urbansketchers #usk
Super exited to attend the @makermarketns on Fri (4-8pm) and Sat (9-5pm)! I’ll also officially launching these cute new Christmas cards. Come get one or two or a whole pack. For those who don’t want to pay cash at the door or can’t wait in line! Skip the line but purchasing your tickets on Eventbrite. See you there! #hfxcrafters #halifaxcrafters #shoplocal #supportnovascotiabusiness #halifax #halifaxlocal #halifaxcrafters #supportllocal #SpringMarket #Handmade #HfxEvents #DiscoverHalifax #MadeInTheMaritimes #HalifaxNoise #ShopLocalHFX #HalifaxCrafters #NovaScotiaLove #MaritimeArt #NauticalArt #downtownhalifax #peggyscove #capebreton #christmascards
This sketch of a street scene in Windsor Nova Scotia, focusses on the very audacious purple Windsor Maker Studio storefront. Maker studio a is a community-focused space located in downtown Windsor that serves as a hub for creativity and collaboration, offering various workshops and courses designed to engage the local community in hands-on making and learning experiences. We will be at the Garlic Festival tomorrow from 11 AM to 5 PM in the heart of Windsor. If you happen to miss us there, be sure to visit the Maker Studio, where you can find a selection of our prints, cards, totes, and magnets. 📍 @makersstudiowindsor #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #sketchbook #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #windsornovascotia
As part of my new Toronto Collection, I’m creating a sketch in my style of the Hockey Hall of Fame and need your help choosing which four players’ names to feature in the windows. How to Enter: 1. Select your four favorite players who are already inducted into the Hall of Fame. 2. Ensure your selections are appealing to a wide audience. By participating, you’ll have a chance to win some fantastic prints! Choose wisely, and good luck! TWO lucky winners will win: ANY TWO 8x10” PRINTS from the Downtown Sketcher’s online store. ⁠TOTAL Prize Value: approx. $104 CAD⁠ Contest ends Saturday Sept 21st 2024 11.59pm Atlantic. Winner will be notified via email on or before Sunday, Sept 29th. #hockey #nhl #hockeylife #hockeyplayer #hockeyfan #TorontoArtists #toronto #TorontoArt #ArtAndCraft #UniqueGifts #halifaxartist #halifax #TorontoEvents #TorontoCraft #ArtInCanada #CanadianArt #hockeyhistory #hockeymom
YAY! The Toronto Collection is now live! 🎉, well the first few sketches anyway. I’ve been busy sketching some Toronto-inspired pieces in preparation for the One of a Kind Show event happening from November 21-26. Check out my latest sketches and please let me know what you think! This is the first sketch, a city view from Teillium Park. You can find a link in my bio or visit my website to see more. 🖌️✨ @ooak_toronto #OneOfAKindShow #TorontoArtists #HandcraftedWithLove #SupportSmallBusiness #ooakdiaries #ooakdiarieschallenge #toronto #TorontoArt #HolidayShopping #ArtAndCraft #UniqueGifts #ChristmasShopping #TorontoLife #CreativeToronto #halifaxartist #halifax #halifaxlocal #TorontoArtScene #TorontoCreatives #TorontoArts #OOAKToronto #TorontoEvents #TorontoCraft #ArtInCanada #CanadianArt #HandmadeInCanada
Giving back. Ive done this sketch for Hope Cottage to help with their fundraising efforts. Its a charitable organisation whose mission is to provide meals to those who cannot afford to obtain these meals themselves. #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal #charity
A commissioned sketch of a special family home. #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal
Another cute lakeside cottage commission. Those lazy days are almost at an end. Enjoy the last bits of summer! #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal #cottagelife
This recent commission by a local agent served as a housewarming gift for a proud new homeowner. Wishing you joyful moments in your beautiful lakeside home! #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #sketchbook #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal
Neve played a big role in the Spongebob musical @neptunetheatre. This sketch was commissioned by her super proud dad! Go Neve, go! #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #urbansketching #markersketch #sketchbook #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #theatre #theatrelife #musiclife
Exciting news! 🎉 I’ve been accepted to showcase my work at the One of a Kind Show in Toronto! This flagship event attracts over 200,000 visitors and features 800+ exhibitors dedicated to celebrating craft and its makers. I’ll be sharing Toronto-inspired stories through my sketches, along with a range of Toronto-themed Christmas cards, totes, magnets, and coasters — perfect for last-minute holiday shopping! Can’t wait to see you there, Nov 21-26! @ooak_toronto #OneOfAKindShow #TorontoArtists #HandcraftedWithLove #SupportSmallBusiness #ooakdiaries #ooakdiarieschallenge #toronto #TorontoArt #HolidayShopping #ArtAndCraft #UniqueGifts #ChristmasShopping #TorontoLife #CreativeToronto #halifaxartist #halifax #halifaxlocal
The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, located in downtown Halifax, is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada. Established in 1908, it moved to its current location in the historic Dominion Building on Hollis Street in 1988. The gallery houses over 17,000 works of art, showcasing a diverse collection that spans historical and contemporary pieces, with a strong focus on Nova Scotian and Canadian art. Check out the Gallery shop after your visit and find my prints, cards and magnets of you’d like to pick up a momento. 📍 @artgalleryns , Halifax #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketch #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #markersketch #sketchbook #copic #copicmarkers #sketcharchitecture #archisketch #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #urbansketchershalifax #halifaxlocal #discoverhalifax #downtownhalifax
Nova Scotia on display in @buildnovascotia Popcan on the Halifax Waterfront! We’re here until Aug 12th, 9 to 6ish. Come for an ice cream and some art! #SupportLocal #HalifaxWaterfront #NovaScotiaLoyal #ShopLocal #buildnovascotia #mywaterfrontns #novascotia #eventsinhalifax #halifaxevents #hfxnoise #canadalife #NauticalArt #downtownhalifax #ShopLocalHFX #HalifaxCrafters #NovaScotiaLove #MaritimeArt #NauticalArt #downtownhalifax
Mix and Match your own Maritime Coaster Collection! Imagine sipping your morning coffee or evening cocktail while being transported to the charming sights of the Maritimes! These delightful coasters feature hand-drawn sketches lovingly capturing the essence of local landmarks, storefronts, and iconic eateries. With their practical cork backing, they make the perfect gift for loved ones or a delightful addition to your own home or office - bringing the region’s beauty and maritime spirit to your daily routine. Cork base that avoids slipping | Measures: 90x90 mm | Thickness: 4 mm. Every 4 coasters ordered gets packed in an envelope sleeve. #halifax #halifaxns #halifaxnovascotia #halifaxart #halifaxartist #canadianartists #urbansketching #downtownsketcher #sketching #marker #markertechnique #sketchartist #urbansketching #sketcharchitecture #urbansketchers #usk #novascotia #novascotialife #downtownhalifax #maritimes #coasters #mahonebay #newfoundland #peggyscove #lunenburg #dalhousie #wolfville #annapolisroyal #capebreton #dartmouth
We’ve got a week in Popcan on the Halifax Waterfront! Its a retail initiative arranged by @buildnovascotia to provide local crafters and businesses exposure to the tourist buzz at the waterfront. We’ll also be launching our awesome new Downtown Coasters with cork backing too! More details to follow! Don’t miss your chance to grab a print, card, Christmas Card, magnet, tote or coaster pack! Oh, and we’ll have aircon! #SupportLocal #HalifaxWaterfront #NovaScotiaLoyal #ShopLocal #buildnovascotia #mywaterfrontns #novascotia #eventsinhalifax #halifaxevents #hfxnoise #canadalife #NauticalArt #downtownhalifax #ShopLocalHFX #HalifaxCrafters #NovaScotiaLove #MaritimeArt #NauticalArt #downtownhalifax