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Daemen College

Art Class Figure Model

Buffalo, NY

$21/hr

About This Opportunity Joining our Visual and Performing Arts team, the Art Class Figure Model will be responsible for the following: * Reach and grasp objects. * Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Daemen College

Art Class Figure Model

Amherst, NY · On-site

$21/hr

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence ...

NorthEastern

Figure Model

Boston, MA · On-site

$45/hr

About the Opportunity Northeastern University's Art + Design departmentis looking for experienced figure models to fulfill our current Spring art class needs. Our class times are 3 hours long, and ...

Northeastern University

Figure Model

Boston, MA · On-site

$45/hr

About the Opportunity Northeastern University's Art + Design department is looking for experienced figure models to fulfill our current Spring art class needs. Our class times are 3 ½ hours long ...

Ohio State University

Figure Model

Columbus, OH

$20/hr

Figure Model Department:Arts and Sciences | Art-JM Figure models will be the subject matter for ... Responsibilities will include posing unclothed for art class sessions that range from one minute ...

Ringling

Figure Model

Campus, IL · On-site

... required by the class/session, for up to three hours. 3. Ability to create sequential or ... Ringling College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College provides equal ...

The Ohio State University

Figure Model

Columbus, OH · On-site

$20/hr

Figure Model Department: Arts and Sciences | Art-JM Figure models will be the subject matter for ... Responsibilities will include posing unclothed for art class sessions that range from one minute ...

Art Institute of Chicago

Model

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22 - $25.31/hr

... class resources, including the Art Institute of Chicago Museum, on-campus galleries and ... Figure Models will pose for our students as they learn to draw and paint from the human form ...

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA

Art Model (Temp)

Edmond, OK · On-site

$15/hr

Model for the UCO Art Department. Poses for students as part of the creative process, serving as a ... Must maintain an appropriate focused demeanor throughout the class. Please note: Most figure model ...

University of Minnesota

Figure Models

Minneapolis, MN

$15.15 - $27/hr

... Art classes in drawing, painting, and sculpture. Class sessions are primarily Monday-Thursday ... and the figure model coordinator Must have own telephone, voicemail capability (or answering ...

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for art class figure model in the United States is $24.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Art Class Figure Model vs Art Class Life Model?

AspectArt Class Figure ModelArt Class Life Model
CredentialsNone required, but some experience preferredNone required, often same as figure model
Work EnvironmentArt studios, schools, workshopsSimilar settings, often overlapping
Industry UsageCommonly used term for posing in art classesSynonymous with figure model, sometimes more general

Both Art Class Figure Model and Art Class Life Model refer to individuals who pose for artists during classes or workshops. The terms are often used interchangeably, with no significant difference in credentials or work environment. They serve the same purpose of providing live models for artistic practice, making them essentially equivalent in most contexts.

What can I expect during a typical art class modeling session, and how should I prepare?

During a typical art class modeling session, you will be asked to hold a variety of poses, ranging from short gesture poses to longer ones that may last 20 minutes or more. Preparation includes practicing comfortable and dynamic poses, being punctual, and bringing a robe or cover-up for breaks. It's important to communicate any physical limitations to the instructor and to be mindful of the class's professional and respectful environment. Staying hydrated and stretching beforehand can help you maintain poses comfortably.

What are Art Class Figure Models?

Art class figure models are individuals who pose for artists, typically in art schools or studio classes, to help students and professionals practice drawing or sculpting the human form. These models may pose nude or clothed, holding various positions for different lengths of time. Their work is essential for teaching anatomy, proportion, and observational skills in art education. Figure modeling requires the ability to stay still and hold poses, sometimes for extended periods, and a professional attitude towards the artistic process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Art Class Figure Model, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Art Class Figure Model, you need body awareness, the ability to hold poses for extended periods, and reliability, with no formal education typically required. Familiarity with common art class settings and pose timing tools is helpful, though no specific certifications are necessary. Professionalism, punctuality, and comfort with various levels of nudity or attire are key soft skills that set standout models apart. These qualities ensure a productive learning environment for artists and instructors, supporting accurate and respectful figure study.
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Art Class Figure Model

Art Class Figure Model

Daemen College

Buffalo, NY

$21/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.

The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.

Purpose of Role

Pose for fine arts studio classes.


About This Opportunity

Joining our Visual and Performing Arts team, the Art Class Figure Model will be responsible for the following:

  • Reach and grasp objects.
  • Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Stand for extended periods of time.
  • Receive and understand information through oral and written communication.
  • Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to varying temperatures, noise level, and other conditions.
  • Work a fluctuating as-needed work schedule.
  • $21.00 per hour.

Required Qualifications

Be able to provide a full range of traditional life drawing poses, from gestures to sustained poses, as required by tradition and the instructor. While athletic ability is not required, body awareness and the ability to twist, turn, bend and accentuate the 3-dimensional qualities of the figure in poses is highly desirable.

The work is performed under supervision of the class instructor during class hours and models must be able to work with instructors, be punctual, and record hours after each working session. Must be comfortable posing clothed or nude.


Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster vaccine.

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