The Art of the Figure Workshop

This life drawing series is designed for artists of all levels of experience. Learn and practice general proportions, along with key anatomical landmarks by studying a live nude model. A focus will be placed on creating dynamic figures, demonstration and practice of gesture drawings, and intentional consideration of different levels of finish. During longer poses, artists will be encouraged to work from initially placing joints and being mindful of bone structure, before building general shapes on top of the bones.

Materials are not provided for this class. Bring your own materials to draw. Newsprint and charcoal are recommended for gesture drawing, but any drawing medium is acceptable for longer poses.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

Ages 18+

MOCA Members $20 | UNF Students, Faculty, and Staff $20 | Non-Members $30

The MOCA Member price does not include NARM and SEMC reciprocal members. Reciprocal members receive free general admission at MOCA Jacksonville. If you would like to claim the MOCA Member discount, and additional perks such as complimentary parking and invites to exclusive events, !

SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Elevator Upgrade // Through Nov 18

There is no upper level access during this time. The museum has exhibitions on the first and second floors, with lower level and second floor access available by stairs only. Admission is free while the elevator is under renovation. We appreciate your patience as we make the museum more accessible! For questions or accommodation requests contact [email protected] or 904-620-1214.

The Art of the Figure takes place in the Theater, which is accessible by stairs only. Please contact us if you have questions or accommodation requests.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

William McMahan grew up in Urbana, Illinois, and received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Printmaking from Washington University in St. Louis in 2007. He then studied at Indiana University where he taught Drawing Fundamentals to undergraduates for two years before receiving his Master of Fine Arts in Printmaking in 2010. William moved to Jacksonville, Florida in 2011, and he has started teaching drawing through the Art League of Jacksonville. William has had work exhibited at the Danforth Museum in Framingham, MA, Manifest Gallery in Cincinnati, OH, and at the Grunwald Gallery of Art in Bloomington, IN, where he had a piece win “Best in Show” at the 2011 NSAL Emerging Talent Show.

Learn more about William McMahan

Instagram: @mcmprints

Website: artsjax.org

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

MOCA Jacksonville, 333 North Laura Street, Jacksonville, United States