Explore Brooklyn Heights Through Urban Sketching

New To The Site! Brooklyn, USA

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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

This tour is for people who love to wander — to people-watch, slow down, and notice the city as it unfolds around them. Together, we’ll make time for looking deeply instead of moving quickly, allowing space for serendipity within New York’s fast-paced, bustling rhythm.

We’ll begin with a few quick sketches to loosen the hand and ground ourselves in the neighborhood, paired with short stories about the streets and spaces we’re moving through. From there, we’ll travel in gentle 30-minute intervals to a series of pre-selected spots around Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Along the way, you’ll discover my favorite corners of the area alongside a small group of curious, creative people. You’ll hear stories, share observations, and experience the city— a quiet counterpoint to the rush. Whether you’re visiting New York for the first time or seeing it anew, this walk is designed to slow you down, sharpen your eye, and help you begin your time in the city with intention.

What's Included

  • Custom Bingo Card
  • Sketched Map of the Area

    Meeting Location

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    Furman Street
    Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

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    End point

    Columbia Place
    Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

    We end our sketches at Nako, one of the best coffee shops in Brooklyn. Lets have a coffee and review the sketches that we did together over a latte!

    What To Expect

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    Jane's Carousel

    From the outside, you can sketch the carousel as an object—perfect circles, strong verticals, mirrored surfaces. From the inside, it becomes something else entirely: a study in rhythm, rotation, and time. Children blur into streaks of color. Adults stand still at the edges, watching. The carousel becomes the calm center, and the city moves around it.For sketching, Jane’s Carousel offers endless entry points:Repetition and pattern Circular composition Motion without chaos Reflection as distortion
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Brooklyn Heights Promenade

    One of my favorite views of the Manhattan skyline, Statue of Liberty, and bridges — one of the most photogenic and sketchable spots in all of NYC.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore Brooklyn Heights Through Urban Sketching?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5626525P1


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    • Custom Bingo Card
    • Sketched Map of the Area

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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