•  What is it and how does it work?

Produced by DCA Fine Art, Live Draw! is a 3-4 hour event where a group of diverse artists draw nude models in front of a live audience. Audience members get a rare glimpse into the the hidden world of life drawing and become part of the creative environment. The artwork is priced and sold on the spot, allowing attendees to purchase a piece created right in front of their eyes. Grooves spun by renown DJs, tasty appetizers, and fine cocktails are typically part of the Live Draw! experience.

 

As the master of ceremonies, DCA Fine Art owner Delia Cabral choreographs the evening, working with artists, models and DJs to create a truly dynamic environment. She orchestrates various poses lasting anywhere from 5-20 minutes. Artwork produced by each pose is numbered, priced, and bagged. Most artwork tends to sell "right off the pad", others are hung up for display for audience enjoyment and later purchase.

•  How do I purchase art at Live Draw?

Art may be purchased in several different ways during the event. One rule of thumb is that you must act quickly! If you hesitate, there is very good chance somebody else will snatch the piece out from under you. Especially since Live Draw! prices (typically between $50 - $200) tend to be a real bargain in the art world.

 

To purchase, you should get the attention of any gallery representatives and lay claim to your piece. You may purchase at any step in the creative process - after the work is finished and priced, while the work is being produced (prior to pricing), or even before the artist even starts!

 

In fact, purchasing a work before it is created may be the only way to secure a piece. Often, people line up behind a "hot artist" to buy whatever they may produce during the next pose. Another Live Draw! strategy is to buy a  whole "flight", meaning that you claim every piece (generally one from each artist) generated by a particular pose. This is an incredible opportunity to capture one moment from the perspective of many accomplished artists.

 

Once you indicate your desire to buy a piece, you may opt to pay for it immediately. However, most people elect to start a "stack" and return to the event. You may add to your stack throughout the evening and then check out when desired.

•  What does it cost?

Each Live Draw! event is priced separately. Ticket price are typically around $50 and feature a discount for pre-sale. A portion of the proceeds goes to a chosen community charity. The event includes appetizers (usually during the first hour only) and complimentary cocktails.

 

Attendees also have the chance to buy artwork created at the event. Ranging from $50-$200, the art at Live Draw! is a phenomenal buy and great gift buying opportunity.

•  Can I talk to the artists?

•  Can I bring my drawing pad?

No. Unless you are an official Live Draw! artist, you may not, under any circumstances, draw or photograph the models. This is non-negotiable. If you insist upon this course of action, you will forfeit your attendance and will be asked to leave.

•  Do I have to get there at the start?

No. Live Draw! is not a movie, play, or a dinner party - it's an art happening! Feel free to come at any time during the event. However, it's such an electric event, you probably won't want to miss too much of it. Part of the beauty of Live Draw! is getting familiar with the various artists and their particular styles. We strongly recommend you come early and stay for the majority of the event.

•  What kind of art is created?

Live Draw! can be seen almost as a labratory of varying styles, media, and artistic approaches. It's incredible to see how artists look, interpret, and render the same subject in such diverse ways. At the event, you may encounter charcoal, pastel, graphite, colored pencil, ink, conte, oil paint, acrylic, and even photography. A variety of substrates are utilized includeing archival paper, watercolor paper, canvas, plexiglass, vintage maps, and more.