✨ Nude Art Modeling ✨
As with any art form, classical nude modeling is an inspiring and uplifting meditative practice in both balance and composition.
If you've never modeled at a live event before, we do ask that you attend a session for FREE to familiarize yourself with the event, vibes, & supportive artist community : ) No drawing experience is necessary ~ Just come appreciate the mindful experience of life drawing!
While we have very limited openings throughout the year, everyone (18-99+) is welcome to get on the waiting list ~ **Please be aware that you will (of course) be holding Very still for extended durations.**(Continuous poses range from 30-seconds to 15+ minutes)
✨ Model Notes ✨
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Please arrive by 6:30p in order to get ready. Short poses begin at 6:45p.
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Bring a comfy robe & slippers (or anything that’s easy to slip on/off during breaks).
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We have pillows, a metal staff, and a soft blanket that can be rolled for laying poses.
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I'll call out the pose timing/"next pose" so that everyone can focus on their creative flow.
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The Usual Pose Schedule
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30-seconds (10)
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1-Minute Poses (5)
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2-minutes (5)
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- Short Break -
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5-Minute Poses (5)
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- Short Break -
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10-Minute Poses (2)
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- Long Break -
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15-Minute Poses (3)
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✨ Some Posing Tips ✨
- Rotation / Dynamic-Turnings / Variation -
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Given our circular format, it's important to rotate slightly after each pose, in order to vary the portrait and back-direction. Take into soft consideration the 360-nature of your poses.
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The first 20 minutes are our short "gesture" poses, which are lots of fun! You can enter into 'flow' and be the most experimental, given these poses don’t need to be held as long as the later ones. I recommend a mix of standing, crouching, and action poses to give nice variety.
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Dynamic / Asymmetrical poses tend to have more interesting flow - considering alternating angle variations of the head, shoulders, hips to create fascinating poses. Try channeling a meaningful emotion or memory to guide the body into something that stirs personal meaning. Even “closed” poses (eg: where the arms are hugging oneself) create very moving compositions!
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It can be nice to practice a few loose ideas in front of a mirror beforehand- thinking of ballet or modern dance to sense the natural mvoement of one's limbs and torso. This is great for some pre-pose stretching.
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After the shorter poses in the beginning, be mindful of poses that might put strain on shoulders: Anything with raised arms can become very difficult after the first 3-5 minutes! Modeling is also a "learn by doing" practice, so it's ok to try out an idea and see what works. : )
Lastly, I'm always happy to offer direction as needed at the session!