Life Drawing Studio Series 1F26
Age Group:
Adults
Join an open, all-levels figure drawing studio where you can draw from a live nude figure model in a welcoming, supportive environment.
These two-hour sessions are designed for independent practice in a relaxed studio setting. A professional artist is present each session to answer questions and offer optional guidance or critique, but the studio is primarily self-directed with no formal instruction. A live model with dynamic poses supports exploration of the human form.
What to Expect
- Live model figure drawing (nude)
- 2-hour open studio format
- All experience levels welcome
- Optional guidance available from a supervising artist
- Easels, drawing boards, and tables provided
Participants should bring their own drawing materials (pencils, charcoal, conté, pens, etc.) and paper.
Session Options (Select One)
- 1 Session – $45 (Registered single session with guaranteed spot)
- 5 Sessions – $205 (Studio Pass for regular attendance)
- Drop-In – $45 (Pay at door, space permitting)
Drop-ins are welcome when space allows.
- $45 per session (cash only, exact amount — the instructor will not have change)
- First come, first served
- Capacity is limited
- Registered participants receive priority entry
- Drop-in arrival begins 10 minutes before the start of the session
Make Up Date: 10/20/26
“I used to draw and paint back in college so the relaxed atmosphere was nice. I love coming in and just drawing. No pressure, no instruction… I look forward to my Tuesday nights!" ~ A Happy Student
Paul Tomkavage
Paul has been drawing people for over 20 years. First, his focus was mostly portraits, at Brookline Adult Education. Since 2010 he has focused on the figure at the Eliot School. He also paints. Interests include perspective, and imagined and real landscapes. Paul recently retired from a long career in environmental engineering. He holds B.S. and M.S. degrees.
Specialty:
Drawing, portraiture
Juan Perez
Juan Perez has been creating his art for many years, using a variety of mediums, including pen and ink drawings, watercolor, oils, and pastels. He draws his inspiration from Boston city life, architecture, landscape, and childhood memories of his native Dominican Republic. He teaches figure drawing.
He attended the Arts Students League in New York, and graduated from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston in 1973. He has been featured in numerous exhibitions over his career, his favorite being his solo “Hats on For Walter” at the Boston Brewery Complex in 2013. His work has also been published in the Boston Herald, The Boston Globe, and El Mundo.
He has a plethora of teaching experience. In addition to his extensive background as an artist, Juan spent the majority of his career as a chef supervisor at Fenway Park.
Materials to bring to class:
Bring your own preferred drawing implements. You might consider any of the following,
- pencils
- conté
- chalk
- (vine) charcoal
- pen and ink, etc.
- eraser(s)
- smudge sticks, etc.
and whatever paper you prefer to work with, large or small size depending on your own personal preference and drawing style!
- basic white copy paper
- heavier weight watercolor paper for pen and ink or water(color) washes
- newsprint, etc.