Sketching at Chateau Bellevue: Castle Vibes

🏰 Sketching at Chateau Bellevue: Cinematic Castle Vibes

**Date is changed to 10/11

🎬 Movie Intro: *Elvis and Anabelle* & Austin’s French Chateau

Next in our Austin Cinematic Sketching Series, we’re visiting Chateau Bellevue! Built in 1874, this grand, castle-like landmark stood in as a backdrop for the 2007 indie film *Elvis and Anabelle* starring Blake Lively. The film’s plot leans dark and quirky: during a live broadcast, pageant contestant Anabelle (Blake Lively) collapses on the catwalk and is pronounced dead, only to miraculously awaken on the embalming table right before a young mortician begins his work. While the story is eccentric, the location itself is pure fairytale architecture—featuring romantic courtyards, sweeping arches, and historic stone detail. Have a favorite local film set in mind? We welcome everyone to propose places for our next stop!

🤔 IS THIS EVENT FOR YOU?

• Meet Creative & Fun Fellows: Connect with local sketchers, photographers, and film lovers. • Practice Architectural Composition: Capture 19th-century French Chateau stonework, arches, and courtyard shadows. • Sketch, Photo, or Just Hang Out: Bring a sketchbook, draw digitally, snap photos on your phone/camera, or just walk around and chat—you are 100% welcome!

🕒 DETAILS & TIMELINE

• When: Sunday, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM • Where We Meet: Corner of 8th St & Nueces St, near the main entrance of Chateau Bellevue. • Sketch & Explore (11:00 AM – 12:30 AM): Find a cozy vantage point to frame the historic stonework and castle-like details. • Show & Tell (12:30 AM – 1:00 PM): Optional showcase to share sketchbooks, photos, and ideas for future movie spots! `#sharingiscaring` • Parking: Street parking meters in downtown Austin are FREE on Sundays!

🎒 WHAT TO BRING

• Materials: Sketchbook, tablet, phone, camera, or favorite drawing tools. • Mindset: Capture the mood, character, and historic charm of the space—no technical perfection required!