2Model Collective

I had been reading about this group for some time on Meetup and it had always sounded intriguing to me. Once hosted by Little Red Bistro, it is a weekly drawing group that shares the cost of 2 models, usually male and female. There are a few other figure drawing groups in Seattle, but the fact this one has two models makes it very unique. Invariably, some of the poses are erotic, but not sexual in nature.
The skill level seems to vary greatly. From beginner to expert, so even if you’ve never gone beyond a stick figure, you won’t feel self conscious or out of your league. You may work in any medium and I’ve heard stories of sculptors bringing in clay which I would love to see. My friend joked that he was going to try making balloon people some day.
The atmosphere is very relaxing and serene. Ryan (the group leader and sometime model) plays a very eclectic mix of jazz, classical and new age music. The artists quite often bring in wine and beer to sip while they draw and everyone is very comfortable looking at each other’s work and chatting during breaks.
I don’t know how Ryan finds so many gorgeous female models, but I’m always amazed at the constantly rotating troop of beauties that model for us.
The group meets every Monday night from 7:30 to 10:30. Cost is $ 10.