Sketching and painting the human figure from life is an essential art skill that many artists continue thoughout their lives. Quimper Arts hires local model, who generally pose nude but occasionally clothed. All artists, including beginners, are welcome. There is no instruction but many participants will give helpful tips if asked. Each session costs $15 for the general public, $10 for Quimper Arts members, to cover model's pay and room rent.

The evening session is a great way for artists with daytime commitments to keep up both their short pose and long pose life drawing skills. Bring your own art materials (charcoal, watercolors paper, etc.). We have easels, tables and "horses" (drawing benches with an upright support for a drawing pad.)

We start with a series of short poses, from 2 minutes to 15 minutes. After a 15 minute break, we continue with a single pose, broken into 20 minute sections with 5 minute breaks. Doors re-open at 5:45 pm for setup. We wrap up and put our toys away at 8:30 pm.