Any tips you can give me for being a nude model?

Question

Hello, i have recently been hired to be a nude model at my university. i am a woman and i have thought for a long time about this and feel i would be comfortable, however i have never done any modeling before. anyone have any tips on how i can make sure i make interesting angles for the artists?

Answer 1

It's the artists that will tell you what to pose, just try not to move.

Answer 2

I've seen many models and I'll describe the worst , good, to best.



The worst model will do poses that are extreamly uncomfortable that cant be held for any real period of time, will pose then after stuttering decide a few mins into the pose that she wants to adjust, the artists then have to either erase everything or get a new sheet of paper or just redraw everything over again but darker. The end result is a forever shifting model. A pose that starts with the head pointed one way and ends in a completely different direction. If a pose cant be held for two mins, you are doing somthing wrong, most likly you arnt relaxed enough, or the pose is too hard.



A good model will get in comfortable poses. Understand that its not about being absolutly still, but about keeping your body comfortable enough so that it doesnt want to shift out of its position.



The best models, will be aware of thier eyeline, where their feet are pointed, and where thier hips and chest are pointed and will be able to get in and out the same pose by positioning those body parts in the same direction. The model will also study works of art and mimic those poses in a mirror and be able to get into that pose. The model will also know what poses are tough to keep and which are easy, reserving the hard poses for the 2-5mins warmups,, and the comfortable poses for the longer setups.



Keep in mind, you are the boss, you set the tone, dont be a premodana, but dont let anyone make you feel like you are a mannequin either. You want to be couteous of any artist's request, but you also dont want to be uncomfortable. Models will use thier breaks because the more comfortable they are, the better they can perform. Most models bring big tmers that can be used with feet. There are also books for models that will illustrate different poses.



The Nude Female Figure: 500 Classic Poses By Mark E. Smith is one I googled. Ive seen many around though.



I'll speak for all artists and say, Thank you, you provide a much apreciated service, and while some might be oblivious to how hard your job is, most of us do know that its a VERY difficult thing to do well.

Answer 3

I can't tell you what makes for a good model (because you don't really notice them when they're good), but I can tell you some things that make a bad model:

-Little variation in poses. If you're doing a basic drawing class, you'll probably start with a block of gesture poses (brief, no longer than 3 minutes) and I've had models that don't really do much to change their pose other than turning a little to one side. Very boring.

-Not turning at all. Alright, maybe there are times when you really want to focus on one body part you've been having trouble with, but in general, drawing the model from the same angle all class gets a little repetitive. Odds are, you'll have students working around you in a circle, so rotate a little.



Other than that, I'd say if this is a class that most likely includes students who haven't done a figure drawing session before, be prepared for some of them to not know how to behave. Most likely, it'll just be some blushing, but I have had classmates go so far as to make some rude comments. You can always bring these up to the professor if it becomes a problem (but if the prof. catches it, they'll take care of it immediately).



Best of luck!

Answer 4

The art teacher asks you to pose. Come in street clothing, normal wear, and bring a bathrobe for putting on during breaks (and to warm you up, some of the rooms aren't that warm). You come out in the room after the teacher shows you where to change, and they'll tell you to sit, stand, bend, etc. Usually you don't have to hold each pose for too long, they don't want you to be too stressed with anything that will be uncomfortable.



It's nice pay, they do want all body types, and it's legit. If, though, you don't have a good feeling about the place or the class, you can back out of the job at any time. Listen to your instincts.



Come early, to talk to the teacher. They'll update you on how the models work. It should be for less than 2 hours time, and they usually have two or three people lined up, if your place is like the one here.

Answer 5

All angles, all positions of the human body are interesting to the artist.



Follow the guidance of the lecturer and do not take poses which are too difficult to hold. 30 minute poses can be held reclining, 20 minutes seated, and 10 minutes standing. If the pose involves dramatic action, like standing twisting or with arms extended, you should rest after 2 or 3 minutes.



Always take your rest, don't carry on to please the students (they will always ask for some extra time), because when the muscles tire, the body sags ever so slightly and the magic and energy of the pose is lost.



Enjoy your work. You are as vital a participant in the work of art as the artist.

Answer 6

Here is what I learned form my experiences as an artist and a model.

Make sure you gesture poses (30 seconds to 3 minutes) show action or flow. you may take a sport move and exaggerate the pose.

For longer poses practice some poses (standing, kneeling, sitting and reclining) A pose may seem simple or easy for 5 minutes but 20 minutes later your leg could be asleep.

Bring a timer, something to lay or sit on, maybe a few props and a robe to wear between poses.



Talk to the instructor, relax and have fun.



NiF

Answer 7

In addition to what every one has said, also be aware of varied time poses. Many start of with alternating 1-2 min poses for warm-ups. Leading into 5min, 10min, and 15min poses. The sessions beyond that tend to be for painting sessions than drawing. Some like normal poses, others more dynamic.



To help with your endurance with longer standing poses, try to alternate occasional sitting poses between standing ones. While many prefer standing, you need to sit sometimes. If you're lucky, all they need you to do a sitting or laying down position.



If you need to pose your arms higher than your shoulders, know that your arms will lower natually the longer you try to hold. Its helpful to have a "staff" for some support, students can always edit out the staff and change your hand position.



Stick to the time and take your breaks! Hope this helps and good luck!

Answer 8

I would suggest getting a posing guide and looking through it. The artists may also give you suggestions. It is also very common for beginning models not to know what to do with their hands. Having some props can help with that. A flower, hat, scarf, etc.

Answer 9

the artists and instructor will probably guide you till you learn the ropes.

i like to say "flirt with me" "flirt with the lens".

the photog will more than likely direct you.

another phrase is "work it girl" (got that from one of the models actually)

Answer 10

Talk to the instructor.

Answer 11

just be natural think of your body as art

Answer 12

i'm sure they will have plenty of **** for you. oops i mean tips.

seriously, just try not to be embarrassed, you're doing it for art, right?

Answer 13

just take off ur clothes