Call for Art Models
Seeking Professional & Semi-Pro Art Models!
We're looking for professional & amatuer art models for both in-studio and remote figure drawing sessions. Join a respectful, creative community dedicated to the essential art of figure drawing. Your role is crucial in helping artists hone their craft, understand form, and capture the human figure.
Opportunities & Compensation:
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Pay: $20-$75 per hour, based on session type (draped vs. undraped), location (in-studio vs. Zoom), and art model experience.
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Session Times: We typically hold sessions on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Saturday afternoons from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, or Sunday evenings from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (all times are Central).
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Remote Zoom Sessions: Seeking models anywhere in the world with proper equipment, a high-speed internet connection, and good lighting.
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In-Studio Sessions: Seeking models within a two-hour drive of Starved Rock State Park in North Central Illinois.
This is a professional and respectful gig for artists to learn and practice figure drawing & painting. We are building a community focused on the foundational skills of figurative art.
Join Our Creative Community
Thank you for your interest in becoming a professional art model for our figure drawing sessions. Your participation is essential to the artistic process, providing artists with the opportunity to study and practice the foundational skills of figurative art in a respectful and professional environment.
We host a variety of sessions, both in-person and remotely via Zoom, to accommodate artists and models from different locations and backgrounds. Please read the requirements below to determine which opportunities are a good fit for you.
About the Opportunity
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Professional and Respectful Environment: Our sessions are dedicated to the serious study of figure drawing. We maintain a respectful, focused atmosphere where models and artists collaborate to create meaningful work.
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Session Times: Sessions are typically held on Wednesday evenings (6:30-8:30 PM), Saturday afternoons (2:00-4:00 PM), or Sunday evenings (6:30-8:30 PM). All times are Central.
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Compensation: We offer competitive pay ranging from $20 to $75 per hour, based on the type of session and your experience.
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Model's Role: You will be asked to hold poses for specific lengths of time, ranging from quick gestures to long-term poses, helping artists capture the human form
Requirements & Session Types
In-Studio Art Model:
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Must reside within a two-hour drive of Starved Rock State Park, Illinois.
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Reliable transportation is required.
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Experience as an art model is a plus, but we are open to working with dedicated individuals who are new to the field.
Remote Zoom Art Model:
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Must have a dedicated, private space for modeling.
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Requires a stable, high-speed internet connection.
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A high-quality webcam or camera and a strong, consistent lighting setup are essential for clear visibility.
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Experience with posing for virtual sessions is a plus.
To apply, please fill out the form below. We will use this information to determine you are a fit for our upcoming sessions and contact you with potential opportunities.
