Sketch Factory LIFE DRAWING Extravaganza: Medieval Sword Games
Life drawing with a difference!
Step into a realm of steel and imagination at our Medieval Sword Games Life Drawing Extravaganza — where armored warriors, rogues, and enchanted heroes come to life before your eyes. Bring your creativity (and perhaps a touch of cosplay) as we blend classic figure drawing with a playful gaming twist of quests, poses, and epic scenes. Prepare your crayons — your adventure awaits!
Draw yourself inspired with relevant music, readings, upcycled and recycled creative outfits customised to each event, bar with hot and cold drinks, all materials and fun atmosphere provided.
There will be a special prize for the most imaginative sketches, chosen by our models!
Our LIFE DRAWING extravaganza is perfect whether you’re looking for inspirations or just want to fill your black-books with curious themes or see how fabric behaves on skin – you are in for a treat. Different theme each and every time.
All abilities, ages, looks, smells, dogs, are very welcome!
Tickets £10, free if you can’t afford it, we won’t ask. Book in advance for your ticket, or just show up on the night! Have a peek at our previous events, or if you have any questions email email hidden; JavaScript is required
See you there
Sketch Factory Team
People's Art Fair: Friday 24 April - Sunday 3 May 2026
The People's Art Fair encompasses a group exhibition, performances, creative workshops & activities. Open to artists, makers, photographers, painters, sculptors and creatives of all flavours, the People's Art Fair acts as a celebration of culture and expressive art. Aiming to break down financial barriers to the art world, it is free to exhibit in the show (sign up here) - and free to visit of course!
Most of the artworks are available to buy, along with prints, cards, badges, stickers and other smaller bits, and the bar will be open for soft drinks, hot drinks and locally sourced beer, cider & wine.
People’s Art Fair: Opening Party
Join us for art, drinks, music, and a first look at this massive exhibition - this is a great opportunity to meet some of the artists involved!
Thu 23 Apr, 2026 @ 18:00 - 21:00
People’s Art Fair: Spring 2026
Acting as a celebration of culture and expressive art, the People’s Art Fair is open to artists, makers, photographers, painters, sculptors and creatives of all shapes and flavours. We know art isn’t just paintings hanging on walls, so the People’s Art Fair includes all sorts of creative workshops and activities. Register your interest now if you're up for getting involved!
Fri 24 April, 2026 @ 12:00 - Sun 3 May, 2026 @ 18:00School of Activism Presents: People’s Emergency Briefing
A new film featuring Chris Packham, leading climate and nature scientists, a former general and Jennifer Saunders - all being pretty frank about where things are heading and what can be done about it.
Mon 27 April, 2026 @ 19:00 - 21:30School of Activism Presents: Anarchy 101
Anarchy 101 is a 2-hour in-person workshop that combines participatory elements and individual reflection about anarchist ideas, values, and practices.
Wed 29 April, 2026 @ 19:00 - 21:00Sketch Factory LIFE DRAWING Extravaganza: Medieval Sword Games
One of a kind poses in a fun atmosphere with drinks & music. No nudies, but lots of creative outfits & accessories!
Thu 30 April, 2026 @ 18:30 - 21:00The People’s Comedy @ PAF
A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!
Fri 1 May, 2026 @ 19:00 - 22:00Bizarre Bazaar
Part jumble sale, part makers market, full of weird and wonderful things – art, bric-a-brac, clothing, stories, fortunes, songs... ANYTHING GOES!
Sat 2 May, 2026 @ 11:00 - 16:00
