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Should Figure Models Wear A Robe When Not Posing?
Do wear a robe on breaks- not everyone is comfortable with social nudity. Jon Jul 02 09 01:19 pm Link Stann Hoyle wrote: I can't remember ever hearing of any art classes other than those called "Figure Drawing" (or "Figure Painting", etc.) having nude models. And every art class I've ever heard of with "Figure" in it's course title DOES always have nude models in it. That's what drawing or painting the "figure" is - a "figure" isn't a body with clothes on it, it's a body without clothes on it. So why would someone even enroll in a "figure" art class if they aren't okay with seeing nude bodies. It's always mentioned in the course description that the course includes live nude models! Jul 02 09 01:40 pm Link I only use a robe if i am cold. But i have only worked for very casual classes (not in educational establishments). If a photographer seems uncomfortable with my nudity it does make me feel a little uncomfortable. Jul 02 09 01:54 pm Link Depends with who I shoot. And if I'm cold. I barely notice I'm nude sometimes. Jul 02 09 10:13 pm Link I always bring or have a nice clean warm robe for the model, they never use it! Most just say OK lets go! Jul 02 09 10:14 pm Link And oh yeah, it's especially important to have a robe or some covering on when one goes to use the bathroom, eat at their cafeteria (if they have one) or roaming the halls on a longer break!!!  Jul 03 09 06:15 am Link The more time I have to study the model, the more ideas I can think up for poses. Jul 03 09 08:27 am Link Fiddlers Green Photo wrote: At my studio, I find that some of the new models appreciate when I offer them a robe, even if they only wear it for one minute. Occasionally I have a day when up to twelve models will be here; on those days, there are usually a couple of models who like wearing a robe. Jul 05 09 08:50 am Link I have a robe ready - But very few of the models I have worked with, have had much inclination to use it - unless we are in an outdoor location shoot when it is cool/cold. I've asked some of them about this - and several replied that it was appreciated that I had it to offer - but, that the robe is one more thing to fuss with - CrimsonC Jul 05 09 09:03 am Link Thomas DelPorte wrote: I think this is the best point so far. Jul 05 09 09:28 am Link I haven't modeled for an art class but I did graduate with a BFA in painting so I've had a lot of experience in a classroom environment with nude models.. Most of this may have already been said, but my two cents pertaining to art classes in a public setting: In the figure drawing/painting sessions I've attended, the model come in with loose clothing on (to avoid lines). They don't put clothing on between poses, unless there is a long break, in which case they often throw on a robe or their original outfit. During breaks many of the people drawing/painting go to stretch their legs or get a snack, often the model does as well. The classes I took were anywhere from 4-6 hours long, a very long time for a model to stay in the room without a break! While there's nothing wrong with nudity in an art class, it would be rather inappropriate for them to go off to grab a coffee on a campus or wherever in the buff. I would tell them to bring a robe as well as wearing loose clothing to begin with, the rooms can often be cold and robes make for quick changes so you don't keep people waiting. Even if they don't end up using it, what's the harm? A private drawing session or photoshoot is very different from a public figure drawing/painting session, some of it's a question of what's professional but a lot of it's just common sense. Jul 05 09 09:30 am Link Thomas DelPorte wrote: The classrooms I've been in this hasn't been a problem, most students very professional about it and are so used to the nude figure that they hardly pay attention to someone being nude in the room. I don't know if this is the norm but I suspect it's pretty common. Best bet would be for the model to bring a robe and talk to the teacher before hand about what they prefer. Jul 05 09 09:36 am Link Mistur Photography wrote: I've done some modeling. The only thing appropriate is nudity. Jul 05 09 09:42 am Link JC Digital Photography wrote: Stella Dean wrote: I was wondering about that. Jul 05 09 11:27 am Link Laura UnBound wrote: dave wright art wrote: There are people who hire figure models who respect their professionalism and judgment, and base hiring choices on how well the model's look, skills, and price fit the project. Jul 05 09 11:35 am Link One thing that I don't hear here, is the exhibitionist perspective. It's been my experience that many of my models are exhibitionists and enjoy any excuse to be naked in front of other people. In those cases, a robe is of no interest to them and they like the opportunity to walk around nude. They prefer nudity. KM Jul 05 09 11:36 am Link Ken Marcus Studios wrote: Exhibitionism and "being comfortable in your own skin" are two very different things and generated from different psychological profiles. Easy to confuse one from the other. Jul 05 09 11:47 am Link I'm new to figure modeling in the Chicagoland, IL area, so I appreciate all the advice I can get. I hope I can get enough gigs to pay my rent. Jul 05 09 05:36 pm Link BeautyIsACurse wrote: I think the same. Jul 05 09 11:38 pm Link Stann Hoyle wrote: Yes, please; ROBE ! Jul 05 09 11:45 pm Link Robes are OK,.... but only if the model isn't chilled. Perky is good. Jul 05 09 11:54 pm Link i wore a sheet yes coming off proffesional is a big plus ofcourse Jul 06 09 12:18 am Link As far as I'm concerned, it's the model's call, not mine. On the subject of candids if the model is not wearing a robe... my take is that the model has already given me permission to take photos of her without clothes on. Every now and again a model will take a position in relaxation that is artistically irresistable. But generally I prefer get my un-posed stuff between posed shots. "Okay, that was a good shot. For the next shot I want you to (click) move over here...." Of course, I review all the images with the model and give them the opportunity to declare an image "bad"-- I've only had it happen a couple of times, once when a shot just didn't work and made the model look bad, and once when one of the angles accidentally included about 3/4 of her vagina. In both cases, the image was deleted, never to be seen again. Jul 06 09 07:30 am Link Cather Steincamp wrote: I am sure you ask your model if such shooting is ok before doing it. I feel it is a matter of courtesy and my experience has been that some may perfer only non candid well posed and thought out images "out there." Jul 06 09 07:38 am Link Models should be naked, all the time.  Jul 06 09 07:56 am Link Ms Shelia wrote: Keep in touch with me, and I will send you info as I find leads to who hires figure models in the Chicagoland, IL area. Jul 09 09 06:40 am Link For all the models I have seen in open studios or classes: most will robe for the breaks, a few times I have seen easy on/off dresses, and sometimes sweats and t's on the males. It is not exactly warm and sunny here. It is also more sanitary. Same with slippers or flip flops, as I recommend those as well. Filthy feet are not thrilling to draw. Jun 08 10 01:33 am Link Stann Hoyle wrote: I always wear at least a pretty wrap (often one from Nepal or Afghanistan or somewhere else from my travels which I use to pose on anyway) to cover myself. Usually its green as it goes with my hair and eyes and sometimes artists like me to drape it. Often in winter in cold draughty places a long fur in winter does the trick nicely. Often they ask to draw me nude in that - it seems quite popular at a number of groups: Jun 08 10 02:09 am Link not on MM anymore 2010 wrote: I agree. Have one handy just in case, right. Jun 08 10 02:23 am Link I tend to get a little chilly if I'm nude for long periods of time, so I pop something on at breaks. Usually a light robe or even just a towel. Also, for example, one artist I sit for, his studio is in a big warehouse with a lot of other studios/workshops. The bathroom is down the hall, and I might give some people a bit of a fright if I just prance down the hall naked... Jun 08 10 02:26 am Link I have robes available to any models who wish to use them. I am comfortable with casual nudity if the model does not wish to use the robe. Whatever makes the model more comfortable. Jun 08 10 02:28 am Link The models that I have photographed didn't cover up. Models that I wasn't shooting nude have changed in front of me. One model opened the door of her hotel room for me totally nude! Jun 08 10 05:46 am Link That's not for the photographer to decide - it's up to the model. I ALWAYS make available 2 (different sizes) largish, plush, white terrycloth robes in the changing room and I always mention them - In practice what normally happens is they wear them immediately, and between the first two or three shot breaks - and then forget them altogether... but it's her choice. Jun 08 10 06:19 am Link Of course sometimes one can be a little creative while sparing ones dignity on a break...  Jun 08 10 06:25 am Link Eliza C wrote: Cute shot! Jun 08 10 06:31 am Link I offer a robe. It is a nice red satin VS thing. The model usually wears it coming out of the changing room then it never gets put back on. Jun 08 10 06:37 am Link Jerry Nemeth wrote: Not casual Jerry; I would rather say 'unashamed'. However propriety and decorum is always important. Jun 08 10 06:38 am Link FYI - this is a year old thread that someone has dug out... Jun 08 10 06:40 am Link Thomas DelPorte wrote: best answer yet Jun 08 10 06:43 am Link Always have a robe. clean, ready should anybody want to use it. But I cannot remember the last time a model actually used it. But its there if anybody feels the need. Jun 08 10 06:44 am Link |
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