Life Drawing Session for Everyone at The Folly, Settle

About

image: Bozena Klos / Kim Robertson

• Date: Monday, 2 December 2024
• Time: 10:30 am – 3:30 pm
• Location: The Folly, Victoria Street, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 9EY
• Cost: £20 / £15 for low-waged or unwaged

For more information, visit The Folly’s event page. To book tickets, visit Eventbrite.

Event Description

Join life model and poet Sue Vickerman for an engaging untutored life drawing session held within her exhibition, “Translating the Body.” This unique event is open to artists and non-artists alike, providing a welcoming space to explore the human form and engage in meaningful discussions about body image and ageing.

In this session:

• Morning Session: Sue will lead discussions using trigger questions about ageing and body image during breaks.
• Afternoon Session: Participants may choose to join Sue on the podium, posing for the group. All are encouraged to participate for as long or short a time as they wish, with robes recommended for those who choose to pose.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own materials for the session. Drawing boards and seven easels will be provided, though attendees should bring their lunch or plan to take a short break to purchase food nearby.

About the Exhibition: Translating the Body

Translating the Body is an evocative exhibition curated by Sue Vickerman, raising questions around art photography and the portrayal of the female body. By challenging the traditional roles between photographer and model, this exhibit gives the model an empowering curatorial and creative voice. The displayed works include interpretations of Vickerman’s image from collaborations with artists Ann Evans, Ashwin Vyas, Michael Kilyon, Lois Brothwell, Phil Moody, and sculptor Judith Glynn.

Access Information

This event is held on the second floor of The Folly. Currently, there is no wheelchair access to this floor. Entry to the museum requires navigating three uneven steps, and the on-site Coffee House can be accessed via four steps equipped with a handrail. Accessible toilets and baby-changing facilities are available on the ground floor.

Additional Details

• Food Availability: Attendees may purchase food at The Folly Coffee House.
• Parking: No on-site parking is available. However, several parking options are within walking distance:
  • Greenfoot Car Park: BD24 9RB (2-minute walk)
  • Ashfield Car Park: BD24 9AA (5-minute walk)
  • Whitefriars Car Park: BD24 9JD (5-minute walk)

Who Can Attend

This life drawing session is open to all adults, regardless of gender. Whether an experienced artist or a newcomer to life drawing, everyone is welcome to explore and create in a respectful and inclusive environment.