Marc Bélanger ©2008
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Information for Models
How long does it take?
A drawing session can last from one to 6 hours... It depends on the project, size, medium, etc... A sketch takes from 10 to 50 minutes; but it's fun to do more than one! The availibility of the model is also another factor... So, basically, it's a joint decision between the model and the artist.
What to wear (or not to wear)?
Partial of full nudity is ok but it is not a requirement ! It's up to the model to fix her boundaries. The importance is presence. I also love beautiful clothes ! For pencil sketches, pale clothes are preferable, and outrageously colourful ones for pastels or watercolors. Jewels, tatoos and accessories are nice to draw too.
Where and When?
I am mostly available on week-ends – and my preference is given to Sundays. I like starting around noon... I usually do drawing sessions at home, in downtown Toronto (Harbourfront).
What do you get out of it?
Usually, people pay to get their portrait done by an artist, but in this case, models help me in my artistic development, so some form of compensation is only fair.
Unless a financial arrangement has been agreed upon, the default compensations are:
The works produced are cleaned-up, scanned and sent in jpg files to the model's email account.
Transportation (taxi/TTC) costs and food and beverage costs (during the session) are covered.
The models get one signed sketch of their choice and also prints of all the other sketches produced.
Later, if a model wants to acquire one of the original works done with her (pastel or watercolor), she, of course, gets a (really good) preferred price.
I have been exhibiting in the past and will do so again! I also post the works I produce on this website, so a model has to expect her portrait to be "broadcasted"... I fact, your portrait could very well end-up on a gallery wall!
Important notes:
I always meet models first, in a neutral public space, like a Second Cup or a Starbucks café. It allows both the model and me to gage each other's seriousness and motives. (the Internet IS a jungle indeed!)
Models can bring someone along (friend, boyfriend, brother, mother, father, etc.) but, due to limited space and concentration requirements, I prefer to be alone with the model during drawing/painting time. He/she (the "chaperon") can come back once the session is over.
Models have to be 18 or older.
Thanks for considering posing for me!
If you are serious and interested, please consult the Contact Me page for my email address.
Enjoy your visit and hope to hear from you !