Boulder School of Fine Art
A classical atelier in
the modern tradition
Classical Figure
April - June 2023
The Long Pose
Instructor: Elena Cantor
In the Long Pose Figure class, students use the sight size and comparison measurement techniques over multiple sessions to create drawings and paintings that are accurate in overall shape and true to life in value and color of a nude model.
Sketches are first made to explore the gesture, shape and values of the subject, then a final finished drawing of charcoal on Roma paper is completed before painting begins. If time permits, a historically based limited palette of oil paints is used on linen canvas to create a la prima paintings that reflect the overall light and shadows of the model's form.
Students are encouraged to enroll in both Wednesday and Thursday afternoon long pose figure to have time enough to finish a detailed classical figure drawing or painting
The Long Pose Wednesdays, April 19 - June 21 from 1-4
10 sessions
Elena Cantor
Price: $550
The Long Pose Thursdays, April 20-22 from 1-4
10 lsessions
Elena Cantor
Price: $550
The Long Pose Wednesdays and Thursdays April 19-June 22 from 1-4
20 sessions
Elena Cantor
Price: $1050
The Draped Figure


"Loren" by Raz Seri.
Costumed Figure
Instructor Ben Harden
Tuesday figure class offers a unique opportunity to draw a model in the classical pose of guitar player in costume. Type of guitar and costume to be determined by class on first day of pose.
Costumed Figure Tuesdays, April 18-June 20 from 1-4
10 essions
Ben Harden
Price: $550

“Guitar Player” by Eduourd Manet