INSTAR 'ARKADE': Shoreline Sketching
Join INSTAR for this fun shoreline sketch and strand line safari event.
INSTAR will guide you through simple creative drawing techniques in composition, tone and texture, using pencil and pens.
Starting at the yellow Beach Bar you and INSTAR will walk along the beach and take a closer look at strand line treasures and coastal plant life to inspire Your sketches and also TO take photographs.
All materials will be provided free.
This event will depend on dry weather. Alternative arrangements will be organised if it is raining.
Suitable for all ages and interests. No experience necessary.
Supported by the Essex County Council Arts and Cultural Fund.
Event details
Explore Essex
Search our parks and places to plan your perfect day out
Need to know
Explorer Pass
Save money with your Explorer Pass
Our annual Explore Essex Pass will give you and your family the freedom to explore some of the incredible places and green spaces that Essex has to offer, as many times as you like throughout the year, with free parking at seven country parks, 2 or 1 on Sky Ropes, priority booking on specific events, and 10% discounts at many cafes and visitor centres.
Related events
Essex Libraries: Winter Reading Challenge
Join the Pawfessionals for a winter of reading and fun!
- Dates: January 10 - February 22, 2026
- Times: 12:00pm - 12:00pm
- 4 to 12-years-old
- Price: Free
Essex Outdoors Danbury: School Holiday Activity Days
Action-packed kids holiday club activity days at Essex Outdoors Danbury.
- Dates:
February 18, 2026- February 19, 2026
- February 20, 2026
- Venue: Essex Outdoors Danbury
- Times: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- 8-16
- Price: £20.00 per child per day. Half price for February.
Essex Outdoors Mersea: School Holiday Activity Days
Action-packed kids holiday club activity days run at our four Essex Outdoors centres during the school holidays.
- Dates:
February 18, 2026- February 19, 2026
- February 20, 2026
- Times: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- 8-16
- Price: £20.00 per child per day during February.