
What we’re about
We welcome serious artists of all levels to join the Society of Figurative Arts. Our studio holds uninstructed open sessions, masterclasses, and workshops.
Studio website: https://tsofa.com/
Studio location: 3306 Wiley Post, Studio 104, Carrollton, TX
Discord: https://discord.gg/ghDjAV2C
The facility is built with artists in mind. We have ample room with a large stage for the model. All of the equipment such as easels, benches, drawing boards, lighting, chairs, and tables are provided for in-studio use. The sink in the inner studio is specifically meant for washing hands after a drawing or painting session. No solvents may be disposed of in this facility.
Join us for uninstructed life drawing sessions to sharpen your skills! On Fridays, we offer nude figure drawing sessions. We invite various models for short poses which are building up to a final longer pose. The fee is $25 per open session to cover the cost of the studio, equipment, and pay our models. Please bring your own art supplies such as paint, brushes, charcoal, drawing paper, canvas etc. to these open sessions. Only odorless paint thinner is allowed at the studio. Please keep in mind, these open sessions are uninstructed.
Our masterclasses and workshops are taught by Michael Mentler. They’re usually held on weekends and consist of lectures, demonstration, and practice session from life model. Check our website for upcoming classes, they fill up fast and not always announced on Meetup. Sign up for our newsletter at https://michaelmentler.guru/ to stay in the loop.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Wednesday Studio - A Focus in PortraitureThe Society Of Figurative Arts, Dallas, TX$30.00
In addition to our live model Figure Friday sessions and Bi-Weekly Saturday Labs, we are excited to announce that we are now offering Wednesday studio days with a focus in portraiture from 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM. We will have a live model.
We encourage attendees to bring their favorite supplies. Easels, drawing horses, and boards for paper are provided. Various artists' drawing materials, paper, and used art books are available at competitive rates.
--- FAQ ---
Will there be a live model?
- A model will be present, as well as a variety of casts and props available for individual study.
Is guided instruction available?
- Open Studio can be attended without instruction for $30 per session or $50 with guided instruction from the studio master, Michael Mentler.
- Payments for this event can be made HERE online. *Cash is preferred
- Friday Figure Drawing Session - Short and Long Pose - UninstructedThe Society of Figurative Arts, Carrollton, TX$30.00
Join TSOFA for our weekly Friday uninstructed life drawing session. Space is limited, please pay ahead to reserve your spot.
We welcome all levels of serious artists to attend our uninstructed life drawing figure sessions. You must bring your own supplies – charcoal, chalks, drawing paper, etc., and whatever you may need to work from an easel or drawing bench. We will provide drawing boards to work from as well. Session length is three hours. Please come on time as door closes at 10:30 and you’ll be allowed to come in only during model’s break.
We’ll be working from a well-lit live nude model that will do a series of short poses building up to a final long pose. We will have short breaks in between poses; you are welcome to bring a snack or beverage. We have coffee, sodas, and water available.
The fee for this session will cover the cost of the studio equipment and model. Please be respectful of your fellow artists and keep your phone on silent; you may not under any circumstances take photos of the model. We have various drawing reference books and some supplies for sale.
Payments for this event can be made HERE online. *Cash is preferred
Hope to see you soon!
- Wednesday Studio - A Focus in PortraitureThe Society Of Figurative Arts, Dallas, TX$30.00
In addition to our live model Figure Friday sessions and Bi-Weekly Saturday Labs, we are excited to announce that we are now offering Wednesday studio days with a focus in portraiture from 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM. We will have a live model.
We encourage attendees to bring their favorite supplies. Easels, drawing horses, and boards for paper are provided. Various artists' drawing materials, paper, and used art books are available at competitive rates.
--- FAQ ---
Will there be a live model?
- A model will be present, as well as a variety of casts and props available for individual study.
Is guided instruction available?
- Open Studio can be attended without instruction for $30 per session or $50 with guided instruction from the studio master, Michael Mentler.
- Payments for this event can be made HERE online. *Cash is preferred
- Friday Figure Drawing Session - Short and Long Pose - UninstructedThe Society of Figurative Arts, Carrollton, TX$30.00
Join TSOFA for our weekly Friday uninstructed life drawing session. Space is limited, please pay ahead to reserve your spot.
We welcome all levels of serious artists to attend our uninstructed life drawing figure sessions. You must bring your own supplies – charcoal, chalks, drawing paper, etc., and whatever you may need to work from an easel or drawing bench. We will provide drawing boards to work from as well. Session length is three hours. Please come on time as door closes at 10:30 and you’ll be allowed to come in only during model’s break.
We’ll be working from a well-lit live nude model that will do a series of short poses building up to a final long pose. We will have short breaks in between poses; you are welcome to bring a snack or beverage. We have coffee, sodas, and water available.
The fee for this session will cover the cost of the studio equipment and model. Please be respectful of your fellow artists and keep your phone on silent; you may not under any circumstances take photos of the model. We have various drawing reference books and some supplies for sale.
Payments for this event can be made HERE online. *Cash is preferred
Hope to see you soon!