{a little warning, though it’s not offensive to most people, if you don’t want to see drawings of a semi nude lady, don’t scroll further!}
When I was about 17, I used to attend life drawing classes at school after hours. At first I wondered how on earth could I draw a girl with no clothes on, would it be awkward, wouldn’t she be cold? {yes, I worried that she would be cold!}
But after one class, it was a non-issue. No awkward, and there was a heater.
My time in life drawing class taught me more than any other time I can remember. I started off very heavy handed, but eventually worked on different techniques.
It helped me to understand human form and how to draw it. It was enormously important as it helped me in my university studies {fashion} to know how garments drape on a body – knowing what the body was doing underneath.
After secondary school we did some life drawing during our course, but it was never as great as my time drawing in year 11 & 12 at school. The teacher was amazing and we all came such a long way under her guidance.
So, a while ago, an old friend asked me if I’d be interested in attending a life drawing class at the Burlesque Bar in Fitzroy. I was SO nervous, I hadn’t drawn from life in such a long time. When I create now, it’s mostly in my head, or gowns from people’s photographs.
So Friendy, Kirstie and I went along, and I thought I’d share with you what I drew. The first two drawings were 10 minutes each, and the last two rough ones were 5 minute sketches.
The girl is a former ballerina, now a burlesque dancer.
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And this last drawing was a guy who we had to draw with our opposite hand! I’m a leftie, and it was very weird trying to draw right handed….
We haven’t gone back as it’s just not been a good day or time, but I would love to go again.
It keeps the creativity fresh and helps you just to do it, without thinking.
Have you ever taken a life drawing class?
Until next time,
Natasha xo
OH, I want to do this! If I lived close to you, I would definitely go with you. I can't believe you drew that guy with your lesser used hand! amazing.
ReplyDeleteGreat drawings! When I started college at age 17, I was very young and sheltered. My first art class, there was a nude male we were suppose to draw. I was so nervous. I didn't know if I was suppose to draw "everything" or not. I kept peaking at others drawings to see what they were doing!
ReplyDeleteI'll be the bold one and comment first :) I will say I am more of a landscape artist (I posted my latest painting on my blog just today as well...we must be on the same drawing page:) !) While at University I have had to draw and sculpt live models I have found it does help me in my art all around. I personally perfer not to do it, but will say it was not a vulgar or uncomfortable experience...at least not for the model LOL! xoxo
ReplyDeleteGOOD JOB by the way...these are amazing! Your talent oozes and I can't wait to play and create together in Oct!!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou did great drawings! Love from Friendy :-)
ReplyDeleteThey are all lovely Natasha but I'm particularly impressed with the male sketched with your right hand. I'd really struggle with that. Are you going to frame them?
ReplyDeleteHugs ~ Kerryanne
I loved my life drawing classes in college. I wish I could find another one that would fit in with my schedule and budget! I, too, am impressed you were able to do so very well with your non-dominant hand! I can barely write legibly with my left hand, much less try to draw with it! I am intrigued and think I may have to try it for a little shake up!
ReplyDeleteGreat drawings Natasha. I finally went to the Sisters Market after saying I will go for so long. I didn't see you there don't you do that market anymore. Carol
ReplyDeleteI never been into a drawing class before but I do appreciate your creativity in drawing.
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