Upcoming stuff.
Groups are every Monday (long pose), Tuesday (classic session), & Wednesday (wildcard) @ 630. Check out this month’s wildcard sessions below.
For more going on at 72 Joy St check out the calendar at The Loov!
Historical Portraiture w/ Cas
REJOICE FOR SPOOKY SEASON!! 🎃 👻 🥀
You know as an Oct baby I love all things spooky...and no one does that better than the Victorians (except maybe the Ancient Egyptians, well put a pin in that) so I'm suuuuper excited to have one of our most nichely knowledgeable HPN models (& author/researcher/salem local/tour guide/historic interpreter/PARANORMAL INVESTIGATOR) yet: @ghostsbooksandcats !! I was giddy when she told me about her background in this, and I can't wait for her to share her wealth of knowledge with you all!!! She's also so funny and clever, it is going to be an awesome night!
Also..... this is on MY BIRTHDAYYY 🎂 🎈 SO YOU BETTER COME!!! If you haven't gotten to one yet, this is the one I wanna see you at. Wear something spooky, bring a lil treat (if you love me), come thinking about your dearly departed ancestors, and get ready to learn some awesome spooky history 🖤
(Also get ready for us to talk a lot of shit about the W@rren M*seum.....)
This Historic Portrait Night is happening at @lifedrawingboston 72 Joy St Somerville, 6:30-9:30, right off the east somerville green line stop!
Cosplay Night w/ Blake
Chapter 7! New model, same concept, great time. These guys go so hard - the costumes last month were outrageous! All you nerds and cosplayers and anime kids - this one is for you!!!
Paint the Band! w/ Justin
This is Justin’s second Paint the Band - the first was a huge success.
For this we’re bringing in LIVE MUSICIANS to perform and be your models! We’re blending the senses, people; music, art, salami (taste).
Justin’s got a wild run of show prepared. All sorts of nuanced prompts, artistic guidance, it’s going to be great! The night will progress with longer songs and longer poses. Although… it’s kinda like drawing on a train. We’re capturing a vibe.
Y’all are encouraged to break out your paints and colored pastels for this one! We’ll have some acrylic paint for you if you don’t have any.
LDB x BFAC: Queer Figure Drawing
The collab you all have been waiting for….
Join us (Boston Figure Art Center) for this bewitching Halloween collab with our creative neighbors at Life Drawing Boston, one night only, at The Loov!
Queer artists. Queer models. Spooky vibes.
A Halloween-themed figure drawing session for queers, by queers - Allies welcome!
Anyone who comes can opt into a 5-20 minute modeling slot (clothed or nude or somewhere in between), in a space built around comfort and empowerment.
✍🏻 Queer figure drawing
🕸️ Spooky drag performance
🦇 Costume contest with prizes
🛍️ Haunted vendors market
🎶 Community playlist, add your own tracks!
Costumes HIGHLY encouraged!
Historical Portraiture w/ Cas
More info coming for September’s very own HPN run by LDB’s very own CAS.
Shibari Night w/ Mr. R
Back again! Mr. R (from Bondage n Boston) is tying people up and we’re drawing. And learning?
This time there will be two tying teams!
No experience with drawing or tying necessary. Come meet people and have a good time!
This event is 18+
Salsa at The Loov
Featuring our FAVORITE BAND Los Mambiseros, Salsa is coming to The Loov!
For all levels, it's going to be an absolute fucking blast.
Cosplay Night w/ Blake
Chapter 5! New model, same concept, great time. These guys go so hard - the costumes last month were outrageous! All you nerds and cosplayers and anime kids - this one is for you!!!
Yes & Everything: Sports!
Y'all know the drill. Open mic (kinda), variety show, absolute banger. Best crowd in the city, feel it to believe it.
Yes & Everything is a big loud fun show that showcases all sorts of local talent, from magic to music to acrobats to drag queens. We've got big sound, big emcees, cabaret-style seating & vibes. Patrons have described it as "it's hard to tell where the art ends and the venue begins." That is to say, it's good to bring this show home.
Another quote: "I invited four of my friends tonight but one couldnt make and the other one couldnt get in. How do I explain the show to them? It’s so unique and different. There truly isn't a way to explain what I just witnessed tonight."
This month's theme is SPORTS!!
Sign-ups are still available to perform at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6oxl4L_918hVSWjZIEDMZw9BcPpTJta24f2_gOjhRzaAZVw/viewform?usp=dialog
This show consistently sells out. The past two events, people have been turned away at the door (even though we sometimes hold a few tix for stragglers). Don't sleep on these.
Paint the Band! w/ Justin
This is Justin’s FIRST time producing & facilitating a figurative art event at The Loov! Big fucking deal y’all.
For this we’re bringing in LIVE MUSICIANS to perform and be your models! We’re blending the senses, people; music, art, salami (taste).
Justin’s got a wild run of show prepared. All sorts of nuanced prompts, artistic guidance, it’s going to be great! The night will progress with longer songs and longer poses. Although… it’s kinda like drawing on a train. We’re capturing a vibe.
Y’all are encouraged to break out your paints and colored pastels for this one! We’ll have some acrylic paint for you if you don’t have any.
Cosplay Night w/ Blake
Chapter 4! New model, same concept, great time. These guys go so hard - the costumes last month were outrageous! All you nerds and cosplayers and anime kids - this one is for you!!!
Community Model Night w/ David
If you've ever thought "hey, figure modeling would be cool" - but haven't known how to pull the trigger - this Wednesday's session is for you!
Volunteer models will be able to pose for 1-2 poses (depending on interest) and try out figure modeling!
You are welcome to come draw even if you don't want to model.
This is REPLACING the rat-themed night because David had some scheduling issues :)
Tuesday Night
Every Tuesday!
This is not a class.
I AM NOT AN INSTRUCTOR. Both because I don’t like class and because I literally don’t know how to teach art stuff. Everyone’s style is different! Everyone’s voice is different! Ideally on Tuesday night, you get to let go of perfectionism, tap into the flow of art-making, touch the magical thing that is art energy, and let your voice sing. $15. snacks and supplies included.
Elbow Room: Long Pose
A perfect compliment to the Tuesday night scene, Monday nights are a chiller evening that gives you some space to dive into your art practice. Great vibes, great people, less chaotic playlists.
A loose run-down of the evening: warm ups, breaks, 1-pose for the whole night.
No RSVP required, tickets at door, snacks & supplies provided.
Yes & Everything: Zoo!
Y'all know the drill. Open mic (kinda), variety show, absolute banger. Best crowd in the city, feel it to believe it.
Yes & Everything is a big loud fun show that showcases all sorts of local talent, from magic to music to acrobats to drag queens. We've got big sound, big emcees, cabaret-style seating & vibes. Patrons have described it as "it's hard to tell where the art ends and the venue begins." That is to say, it's good to bring this show home.
Another quote: "I invited four of my friends tonight but one couldnt make and the other one couldnt get in. How do I explain the show to them? It’s so unique and different. There truly isn't a way to explain what I just witnessed tonight."
This month's theme is ZOO! Dress as your favorite animal, zookeeper, Steve Irwin, idk get creative. Hay. Zoo.
Sign-ups are still available to perform at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6oxl4L_918hVSWjZIEDMZw9BcPpTJta24f2_gOjhRzaAZVw/viewform?usp=dialog
This show consistently sells out. The past two events, people have been turned away at the door (even though we sometimes hold a few tix for stragglers). Don't sleep on these.
Figure Drawing w/ Spanish Facilitation
Still ironing out the kinks here but this is basically Spanish-speaking figure drawing. Want more instruction/facilitation in Spanish? Want more people around you to socialize with who speak Spanish? Come to this night. If you’re an English speaker obviously you can still come but you better be attempting to speak Spanish.
Tuesday Night
Every Tuesday!
This is not a class.
I AM NOT AN INSTRUCTOR. Both because I don’t like class and because I literally don’t know how to teach art stuff. Everyone’s style is different! Everyone’s voice is different! Ideally on Tuesday night, you get to let go of perfectionism, tap into the flow of art-making, touch the magical thing that is art energy, and let your voice sing. $15. snacks and supplies included.
Elbow Room: Long Pose
A perfect compliment to the Tuesday night scene, Monday nights are a chiller evening that gives you some space to dive into your art practice. Great vibes, great people, less chaotic playlists.
A loose run-down of the evening: warm ups, breaks, 1-pose for the whole night.
No RSVP required, tickets at door, snacks & supplies provided.
Salsa at The Loov
Featuring our FAVORITE BAND Los Mambiseros, Salsa is coming to The Loov!
For all levels, it's going to be an absolute fucking blast.
Poetry + Figure Drawing w/ Cail
Back by popular demand! This one’s for all you poets and poetry appreciators.
Tuesday Night
Every Tuesday!
This is not a class.
I AM NOT AN INSTRUCTOR. Both because I don’t like class and because I literally don’t know how to teach art stuff. Everyone’s style is different! Everyone’s voice is different! Ideally on Tuesday night, you get to let go of perfectionism, tap into the flow of art-making, touch the magical thing that is art energy, and let your voice sing. $15. snacks and supplies included.
Elbow Room: Long Pose
A perfect compliment to the Tuesday night scene, Monday nights are a chiller evening that gives you some space to dive into your art practice. Great vibes, great people, less chaotic playlists.
A loose run-down of the evening: warm ups, breaks, 1-pose for the whole night.
No RSVP required, tickets at door, snacks & supplies provided.
Wildcard Wednesday: Historical Portraiture w/ Cas
More info coming for JULY’S very own HPN run by LDB’s very own CAS it’s diff every time but they go hard every time.
Tuesday Night
Every Tuesday!
This is not a class.
I AM NOT AN INSTRUCTOR. Both because I don’t like class and because I literally don’t know how to teach art stuff. Everyone’s style is different! Everyone’s voice is different! Ideally on Tuesday night, you get to let go of perfectionism, tap into the flow of art-making, touch the magical thing that is art energy, and let your voice sing. $15. snacks and supplies included.
Elbow Room: Long Pose
A perfect compliment to the Tuesday night scene, Monday nights are a chiller evening that gives you some space to dive into your art practice. Great vibes, great people, less chaotic playlists.
A loose run-down of the evening: warm ups, breaks, 1-pose for the whole night.
No RSVP required, tickets at door, snacks & supplies provided.
Portrait Club w/ Big Dave
Everyone loves Portrait Club. It’s the community-centered portrait session where one cherished community member brings their favorite cool outfits and everyone draws them and hugs and cries. Seriously it’s an absolute banger.
Yes & Everything: Beach
Y'all know the drill. We're BACK AT THE LOOV - AGAIN. Open mic, variety show, absolute banger. Best crowd in the city, I swear.
Yes & Everything is a big loud fun show that showcases all sorts of local talent, from magic to music to acrobats to drag queens. We've got big sound, big emcees, cabaret-style seating & vibes.
This month's theme is BEACH! BEACH BEACH BEACH! Come in your bathing suits. Come in your beach linens. Come with your pool noodles, your visors, your kites. Come ready to get some SUN!!!
Sign-ups are still available to perform at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6oxl4L_918hVSWjZIEDMZw9BcPpTJta24f2_gOjhRzaAZVw/viewform?usp=dialog
THERE MIGHT NOT BE ANY TICKETS AT THE DOOR. LAST MONTH SOLD OUT. BE WARNED!
Cosplay Night w/ Blake
Chapter 3! New model, same concept, great time. These guys go so hard - the costumes last month were outrageous! All you nerds and cosplayers and anime kids - this one is for you!!!
Community Model Night w/ David
If you've ever thought "hey, figure modeling would be cool" - but haven't known how to pull the trigger - this Wednesday's session is for you!
Volunteer models will be able to pose for 1-2 poses (depending on interest) and try out figure modeling!
You are welcome to come draw even if you don't want to model.
This is REPLACING the rat-themed night because David had some scheduling issues :)