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Instructors & Facilitators: Introduce Yourself
Bare Canvas Creations runs private, instructor-led figure drawing sessions for adult groups across the DC, Northern Virginia and Maryland area. We work with artist instructors and facilitators on a per-event basis. If guiding a room of beginners through their first charcoal sketches sounds like your kind of work, we would like to hear from you.
A note on models
We are not accepting new model applications at this time — we will update this page when that changes. This is simply about timing and current bookings, not about the work itself. We are always happy to hear from instructors and facilitators interested in leading sessions in the DC, Northern Virginia and Maryland area.
How the work runs
Events are booked in advance, typically 90 minutes to two hours, at a private residence, hotel suite, clubroom or event space arranged by the client. Every session is guided by an instructor, every format is agreed in writing beforehand, and our conduct policy is enforced: guests do not touch, do not photograph the model, and do not request anything outside the agreed format. Rates are discussed directly and paid per event. A professional figure model is booked separately for every session — your focus stays on teaching.
What to include
Where you are
Your home base and how far you are realistically willing to travel — DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Richmond, or somewhere in between.
Your teaching experience
Your teaching or facilitation background — art education, workshop leading, community studio classes — and the mediums you are comfortable guiding absolute beginners through. Charcoal and pencil experience is a plus, patience with first-timers is a must.
Availability
Most events are Friday and Saturday evenings, with some weekday and Sunday afternoon bookings. Tell us which windows generally work and how much notice you need.
Professionalism
These are private events with paying groups. We look for people who arrive on time, communicate clearly, hold a calm and friendly room, and treat the booking like the professional engagement it is.
How to reach you
Name, email, phone if you prefer it, and a portfolio, teaching CV or reference if you have one. Photos are not required to introduce yourself.
Send it over
Email us with the details above. We read everything, and we reply to people we think are a fit as bookings in your area come up.
Email artposemodel@gmail.comPlaceholder address — owner to confirm or replace with a dedicated hiring inbox before launch. All applicants must be 18 or older.