Mistur Photography wrote:
A robe is appropriate between sittings.

I have to agree but some talent you just can't keep clothed EVER!!!!!

JC Digital Photography wrote:
Honestly I don't care either way... it is nice when the model does not get dressed in between, since I often get some candid and interesting shots I would not have otherwise gotten... When she does put a robe on or clothes, it is good to, since I don't become to acclumated (spelling) to seeing her nude...

Most of the figure models I know, start out posing nude for art classes at colleges, universities, and community centers.  The art instructors tend to be fairly conservative (maybe for survival purposes).  The art instructors that I know, seem to be very concerned about the professional image they present to their students.

I understand that photographers have different needs than drawing instructors.

Ken Marcus Studios wrote:
We provide robes for the models.

As soon as they enter the dressing room, they are handed a robe and told to undress completely so there will be no lines from clothing on their bodies. The robes keep them warm and comfortable.

Only a few have forsaken the robes and chose to sit naked while the MUA does her work.

KM

can i work for you?

I wanna be naked when somebody else does my make-up...

Stann Hoyle wrote:
Some of the models I work with are just getting started posing for art classes where the students sketch them with charcoal on paper.  Some of the models tell me they always bring a robe just in case the instructor has a rule that they must wear something while the instructor is lecturing.  Some models just slip on some regular clothes when they are not posing.  I would like to hear from some models who pose nude for art classes, so I can pass on those little tips that make a figure model come accross as a serious professional.  Do you think a professional attitude helps you get more gigs or better pay?

From experience I've found that when you are posing for art classes at art schools/spaces to have a robe or an easy slip on dress to put on inbetween poses eg breaks or lectures.

I do find a difference when I pose for private artists and don't always feel the need to get dressed during breaks.  Though I do bring one just in case the private artist I'm posing for prefers it.

Stann Hoyle wrote:
Some of the models I work with are just getting started posing for art classes where the students sketch them with charcoal on paper.  Some of the models tell me they always bring a robe just in case the instructor has a rule that they must wear something while the instructor is lecturing.  Some models just slip on some regular clothes when they are not posing.  I would like to hear from some models who pose nude for art classes, so I can pass on those little tips that make a figure model come accross as a serious professional.  Do you think a professional attitude helps you get more gigs or better pay?

yes they should, but not at my shoot:)

Janice Marie Foote wrote:

From experience I've found that when you are posing for art classes at art schools/spaces to have a robe or an easy slip on dress to put on inbetween poses eg breaks or lectures.

I do find a difference when I pose for private artists and don't always feel the need to get dressed during breaks.  Though I do bring one just in case the private artist I'm posing for prefers it.

Your response seems to fit in with what the local (Chicago, IL) models are telling me.  Your attitude agrees with what the art instructors seem to want.  The models I work with usually bring a chaperone when they first work a new gig for a private artist.  Do you agree with this proceedure?

John Milton Photography wrote:
I always tell models to bring a robe.  I don't have one to provide.  Most models forget the robe after the first lighting change.  The rest never use one in the first place.

I keep a supply of robes just in case the models want one.  I agree that on private shoots, many of the models don't care whether they wear a robe or not.  The art instructors however, who teach life drawing classes in colleges, universities,  and community centers seem to have special issues about their professional image. 
I find also that many female models feel comfortable posing for artists who sketch them with charcoal on paper, but some of them don't want to be photographed completely nude.

Janice Marie Foote wrote:
From experience I've found that when you are posing for art classes at art schools/spaces to have a robe or an easy slip on dress to put on inbetween poses eg breaks or lectures.

I do find a difference when I pose for private artists and don't always feel the need to get dressed during breaks.  Though I do bring one just in case the private artist I'm posing for prefers it.

Stann Hoyle wrote:
Your response seems to fit in with what the local (Chicago, IL) models are telling me.  Your attitude agrees with what the art instructors seem to want.  The models I work with usually bring a chaperone when they first work a new gig for a private artist.  Do you agree with this proceedure?

I've sat for many private artists, and from the get go never had a chaperone,
and never had any problems.  But again you're talking to someone who at 17 1/2
left a State Fair with a hot long-haired mid-20s something that I met that night to go to his hotel room, so I've sort of been considered bolder than most people.

Lumigraphics wrote:
Art classes it makes sense.

For a private gig, whatever the model wants to do.

Many of us do not allow escorts for adult models regardless of nudity.

I always tell models they are welcome to bring a chaperone; however I warn them that they may not feel comfortable expressing their creativity if their chaperone happens to be a boyfriend, husband, or father.

Raelyn Monstrosity wrote:
Robe robe. Who needs a robe? I have a kimono and a slip dress.
Unless I'm cold, I don't feel any need for a robe.
Naked is good, and just as appropriate given the setting.

Personally, I think a wrap-dress or a pair of shorts and a simple blouse are just as good as a robe, however some art instructors tell me they prefer models to bring a robe. 
You seem to be both creative and professional, so whatever you are doing must be right.

Rebel Photo wrote:
I was at a studio party for a model once where one of the models attending just stripped. She was stone cold sober. She walked around 15-20 people, inside and out for about an hour then asked "Who's ready to shoot".  Me and one other photographer grabbed our cameras.
I thought it was great that she was so comfortable .... I guess when you've been see naked by millions, 15-20 ain't nothing.

This has also happend to me when I do workshops at my place; that's why I don't allow anyone under 18 at my workshops.

BeautyIsACurse wrote:
whatever makes them feel comfortable

+1  I always keep a robe handy for models in my studio.

JC Digital Photography wrote:
Honestly I don't care either way... it is nice when the model does not get dressed in between, since I often get some candid and interesting shots I would not have otherwise gotten... When she does put a robe on or clothes, it is good to, since I don't become to acclumated (spelling) to seeing her nude...

You take nude pictures of models when they aren't expecting it?

Poses wrote:
For art classes/groups, it's absolutely a must.  The dynamic is very different.

I agree with this.

When I sit for a class I have a robe. If it's just the painter and I, I follow his lead, but usually just stay nude the whole time.

Duane  Allen wrote:

I have to agree but some talent you just can't keep clothed EVER!!!!!

Agreed, I have had a couple that just said "I'm fine" when offered the chance to get a robe. I think some are just exhibitionists to that point.

Stann Hoyle wrote:

I keep a supply of robes just in case the models want one.  I agree that on private shoots, many of the models don't care whether they wear a robe or not.  The art instructors however, who teach life drawing classes in colleges, universities,  and community centers seem to have special issues about their professional image. 
I find also that many female models feel comfortable posing for artists who sketch them with charcoal on paper, but some of them don't want to be photographed completely nude.

And to add to a model being photographed nude in an art space/class they're posing at, artists should never take models photo without permission.  I have been asked and I let them, but I have nudies on the net already so there's no difference for me!

Janice Marie Foote wrote:

Janice Marie Foote wrote:
From experience I've found that when you are posing for art classes at art schools/spaces to have a robe or an easy slip on dress to put on inbetween poses eg breaks or lectures.

I do find a difference when I pose for private artists and don't always feel the need to get dressed during breaks.  Though I do bring one just in case the private artist I'm posing for prefers it.

I've sat for many private artists, and from the get go never had a chaperone,
and never had any problems.  But again you're talking to someone who at 17 1/2
left a State Fair with a hot long-haired mid-20s something that I met that night to go to his hotel room, so I've sort of been considered bolder than most people.

I appreciate your free spirit; however many of the models I work with, tell me they feel more comfortable if they have a chaperone the first time they work with a new client.  When I chaperone models, I usually work out some sort of signal they can give me if they feel totally comfortable about me leaving while they pose.

Caperucita Roja wrote:
I like wearing a robe when there's no modeling needed for 5 mins+, as it keeps me nice and warm! ^_^

Sometimes I forget that I am standing up and wearing clothes, while the model is reclining with nothing to keep her warm.  If I see shivers or goose bumps or if the model says she is cold, I turn the heat up; I also keep a small electric heater handy that I can put close to the model.  I'm learning to listen to the cues the models give me.

Mountain Image wrote:
Agreed, I have had a couple that just said "I'm fine" when offered the chance to get a robe. I think some are just exhibitionists to that point.

That's exactly the point. If a model doesn't wear a robe, she's nude for no particular reason. People will start to wonder why that is, and some will even guess it's a sexual thing. It's best to avoid that kind of thing.