The Heliconian Club has been a welcoming space for life drawing sessions since the early 1970's.
The Monday Life Drawing Group provides an opportunity for the public to participate in life drawing sessions featuring, nude models.
Two sessions are available, morning and afternoon. There is no instruction.
Chairs and boards are provided for drawing.
The participants are to provide their own paper and mark-making materials (i.e., graphite, conte, pastel, ink and wash, watercolour).
Please note that oil or acrylic paint is not permitted in the Hall.
Time:
Morning: 10 am – 12 pm short poses. Doors open at 9:40 am
Afternoon: 1 pm - 3 pm sustained pose(s).
The doors are locked at 9:55 am (for morning sessions) and 12:55 (for afternoon sessions) so sessions can start on time.
Price:
Full day (4 hours): members $20; public $25.
Half day (2 hours, morning or afternoon): members $12; public $15.
On-line registration, payment and cancellation:
Please register online and pay in advance to secure your space. There are a limited number of spaces available and this will ensure your space is held. Registration at the door will only be accommodated on a first come basis if any spaces remain.
Cancellation with refund is allowed up to 3 pm the Friday afternoon before the Monday, after which no refund will be possible. Please email [email protected] if you require assistance in cancelling your registration.
Cancellation by Club:
Should there be a session cancelled because of inclement weather or other unforeseen reason, all registered artists will be emailed in advance of the date. Registered artists will be provided the option to defer payment to another date (dependent upon seat availability) or to donate your fee to the Club.
Code of Conduct:
For the comfort of our models, no photography or phones are permitted. Participants are requested to read the Monday Life Drawing Group Policy on Harassment and Sexual Harassment.
Hall set-up:
A centre stage is set-up where the model is located during the session. Staff will set up the model stage and grey fabric chairs. Help with putting out the black chairs and boards, is appreciated.
Breaks:
Coffee will be provided. Donations of cookies and, goodies are welcome. There is a filtered water dispenser outside the main floor washroom. Bring your own container.
Masks:
You may choose to wear a mask to protect yourself and others. If you feel unwell, please stay home. Be considerate to your fellow artists.
To register: Link
Select the session you wish to attend. Only sessions where there are available seats will be presented. You will need to register for each date you wish to attend, separately.
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