Figure Drawing - Test Run!

I am so pleased I did a test run this week. I was amazed how much I needed to do to get ready for it! The model I had originally booked hurt his leg so cancelled on Sunday but I was lucky enough to get Mark, an extremely experienced life model, to step in at the last moment.

Mark was a delight to work with and needed no direction at all. I had six paying volunteers (just to cover Mark's fee) who helped with useful feedback which I will take note of!

Originally I had planned to register 8 people per session but to be quite honest, 6 is enough. I want my learners to feel comfortable and creative not cramped and creative! So, 6 is the maximum for the life drawing sessions and 8 for the others.

I have a busy week planning the open day on 12th March and making a sample for the community project I hope to be successful in getting.

thewhitegallery is a small quality gallery in Bollington that I pass every day. I finally managed to nip in today to introduce myself to Fiona Bailey, the owner. What a lovely lady! The gallery is small but packed with powerful images and objects.

My new favourite shop in Macclesfield...hm - does it sell clothes, or shoes or cakes? No - MDF! S&M Supplies in Macclesfield is an absolute MUST for friendly staff, providing a cheap and quick service! I love it round here.

Well, I'd best get on - samples to prepare, leaflets to design, visitors to invite...

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We have models!

Wow! How exciting is this! Not only is my ankle a lot better, I have had three replies to my search for life models.

I have yet to do interviews and check references but am positive I can get some classes going soon!

The studio is looking so organised now. Waiting for the gallery fixings to get the mosaics on the wall and the tables and chairs but feeling confident.

Classes will start the first week in March!

Please let me know if you have any particular requirements for workshops.

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Bookcases

Who would have thought one could get SO excited about bookcases! They are in and once I have filled them I may just reward myself by breaking some glass.

The studio is taking shape - I am snuggling into it and finding my 'space'.

I have decided to hold some life drawing workshops in the studio. I imagine I will only be able to fit a maximum of 6 people in but I think it will be a good service to local artists plus it will make ME do some drawing.

Details coming soon.