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Drop-In Sketching: Exotic Animals from Africa and Asia

Thursday, July 16, 2026
5:30pm to 7:30pm

Royal Alberta Museum
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Have you ever wished you could use the museum’s collections for sketching inspiration? Now’s your chance! We'll be showcasing rarely-seen museum objects to create a still-life setup for you to practice your drawing skills.   

This month, take a safari without taking a flight! This month’s Drop-In Sketching showcases exotic animals from Africa and Asia. From a leopard to a water buffalo, get up-close and inspired by specimens from around the globe.

Royal Alberta Museum

9810 103A Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB, T5J 0G2


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