Body Positive Life Drawing
Body Positive Life Drawing
Body Positive Life Drawing
Body Positive Life Drawing
Body Positive Life Drawing

Body Positive Life Drawing

5.0 (134 reviews) for this class
5.0 across all classes Β· 163 reviews

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Casual Life Drawing Workshop taught by Frances Cannon hosted at Pink Ember Studio

22 Allenby Street, Coburg North


THIS IS A FULLY VACCINATED WORKSHOP

PLEASE WEAR YOUR MASK

MUST BE 18+ YEARS OF AGE


This life drawing class will prioritise queer and marginalised bodies (both models and students) and provide a positive, affirming, and safe environment of body love and creativity


Class structure: 

6:00pm - Students and model arrive, time to socialise and chat, choose your materials

6:15pm - Class starts

This part of the class will include multiple short poses (20 second, 1 minute, 5 minute etc) and 1 - 2 longer poses (15 - 20 minute) with a 5-10 minute break halfway through the class. 

8:00pm - Class finishes


Students can expect: 

To have materials provided for (no need to bring anything except a willingness to learn and a positive attitude)

To learn basic drawing skills in a judgement free environment

To be guided through a variety of drawing exercises 

To be surrounded by positive affirmation

To learn how to use different materials including pencil, ink, charcoal etc 


Class guidelines:

No photography while the life drawing is taking place

No judgemental comments are to be made towards models or other students

Any disrespectful people will be asked to leave

All supplies must be left at the studio (you may take your drawings with you)  


Accessibility

If you are attending a workshop, please let us know if you have accessibility requirements prior to your visit. 

There are two front entrances to the space, there is a doorway entrance and a large roller door that can be opened for full access to the workshop space

The floor is sealed cement

Bathroom

Our bathroom is currently not fully wheelchair accessible. There are no steps leading to the bathroom, but there is a ramp and some doorways to manoeuvre through. The bathroom has a door with a width of 75cm

We are in the process of applying for grants to get a fully accessible bathroom put in our building, this will most likely happen in the next couple of years. 


Cancellations, refunds, reschedules:

If I need to cancel a class, I will notify the students ahead of time and I will send a full refund via Weteachme. 

If a student needs to cancel their attendance, they must notify me at least 24 hours before the class commences to receive a full refund. 

If a student would like to reschedule or transfer their ticket, they must notify me 24 hours before the class starts, and pay a transfer fee of $10. If they notify me after the class has taken place, their ticket can not be transferred. 


Details

You will learn

  • Basic drawing skills in a judgement free environment
  • How to use different materials including pencil, ink, charcoal etc

You will get

  • All materials will be provided

Appropriate for

Open to everyone interested!


Preparation

What to bring

  • No need to bring anything except a willingness to learn and a positive attitude!

What to wear

Casual


Your Teacher

Frances Cannon Art

Frances Cannon Art

163 reviews

Frances Cannon is a queer, multidisciplinary artist based in Melbourne/Narrm. Frances is well known for their work surrounding body and queerness. Frances works out of Pink Ember Studios in Coburg, which is where they and their partner Elias run most of their workshops. 


5.0 (134 reviews)
Aashvin
May 2025
Quite enjoyed the quiet evening drawing with other queers.
Phoebe
May 2025
Loved this class! Frances creates such a supportive and enjoyable atmosphere. Time flew by! The perfect way to spend a Friday evening <3
Maxeen
May 2025
Frances provides a calm, fun and welcoming environment for life drawing. There's plenty of freedom to go for it and support is offered thought the class if you're needing assistance. I've been before and the models are great - always offering dynamic and interesting poses.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

  • A refund can be requested 6 hours before class starts. Free of charge.
  • A transfer can be requested 6 hours before the class starts. Free of charge.
  • A credit note can be requested 6 hours before the class starts. Free of charge.

No changes will be allowed after these times.

Terms & Conditions

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Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Frances Cannon Art or organised by Frances Cannon Art must agree to these terms and conditions.

1.) LIABILITY WAIVER

I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Frances Cannon Art.

2.) PHOTO & VIDEO

I agree to give Frances Cannon Art unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken at Frances Cannon Art classes and events or on Frances Cannon Art’s premises. (For use of Frances Cannon Art marketing materials).

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