Translating the Body: Life Drawing Sessions for Women in Settle

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Image: Bozena Klos / Kim Robertson

Location: The Folly, Victoria Street, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 9EY

Dates: Monday, 11th, 18th, and 25th November 2024

Time: 10:30 am – 3:30 pm

Cost: £20 per session (£15 for low waged or unwaged participants)

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Event Overview

Join life model and poet Sue Vickerman for an engaging life drawing session, held amidst her curated exhibition, Translating the Body. These untutored sessions invite participants to explore life drawing techniques and themes related to the female body in a supportive, non-judgemental environment.

Event Highlights

• Interactive discussions led by Sue on the subject of ageing as a woman, using thought-provoking questions during breaks.
• Afternoon opportunity for participants to join Sue on the podium unclothed, allowing others the unique experience of drawing a group.
• Seven A1 boards and easels provided for large-scale work, with additional smaller boards available. Participants should bring their own drawing materials and lunch.

About the Exhibition: Translating the Body

Translating the Body is an exhibition that challenges traditional roles within art photography by placing the model in a position of creative control. Curated by Sue Vickerman herself, the exhibition showcases six translations of the same female form, derived from modelling sessions with renowned artists including Ann Evans, Ashwin Vyas, Michael Kilyon, Lois Brothwell, Phil Moody, and sculptor Judith Glynn. Each work addresses themes of agency, representation, and the power dynamic between photographer and subject.

Accessibility

Please note, access to the event space is limited as it is held on the second floor of The Folly, which currently lacks wheelchair access. Entry to the museum involves three uneven steps, and entry to the coffee house has four uneven steps with handrails. Toilets, including accessible facilities, are available on the ground floor.

This event is exclusively for women, and anyone who identifies as a woman is welcome. A gender-inclusive life drawing session will also be available on Monday, 2nd December.

Food and Refreshments

Food is available for purchase at The Folly Coffee House, located on the premises.

Parking Information

The Folly does not have dedicated parking. However, several public car parks are available nearby:

• Greenfoot Car Park (2-minute walk) – BD24 9RB
• Ashfield Car Park (5-minute walk) – BD24 9AA
• Whitefriars Car Park (5-minute walk) – BD24 9JD