Young woman sketching on clipboard in front of wildlife exhibition
Event

The Sunday Sketch

Sun 20 Sep 2026 – Sun 21 Mar 2027, 14:00 - 16:00.

National Museum of Scotland

Tickets from £13

About The Sunday Sketch

Join artist Sheena Russell to take a new look at our collections and be guided through a range of drawing activities within the museum’s galleries. 

All abilities are welcome at this relaxed and informal session. Each month we will explore a different theme, and all materials are supplied.

Meet at the Entrance Hall Information Desk on Level 0 at 13:45.    

About the artist 

Sheena Russell studied Fine Art Drawing & Painting at Glasgow School of Art. She works as a professional artist from her studio in Glasgow and has exhibited her work in the UK, Europe and New York.

Monthly themes 

  • 20 September – Faces in Traditions in Sculpture gallery
  • 25 October – Shadows, silhouettes, and shapes in Early People gallery
  • 15 November – Highlights and shiny metals in Art of Living gallery
  • 31 January 2027  – Domestic objects and everyday items in Industry and Empire gallery
  • 21 February 2027 – Architecture, interiors, and structures in the Scotland galleries
  • 21 March 2027 – Money and power in Early People gallery

Pricing information

Ticket prices
Ticket typePrice
Member£13
Adults£15
Concession (Student, Unemployed, Disabled, Young Scot)£13

 

Terms and conditions

National Museums Scotland have a non-refundable and non-transferable ticketing policy.

See our full Ticketing Terms and Conditions.

Accessibility and facilities

We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.  

Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Scotland. 

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