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DATES

Mar 15 - Dec 20, 2026

LOCATION

Newport Visual Arts Center

777 NW Beach Drive, Newport, OR 97365

COST

FREE

(Donations accepted)

Coastal Arts Guild (CAG) and Oregon Coast Council for the Arts are sponsoring a drop-in figure drawing opporunity at the Newport Visual Arts Center.

This is a chance for artists of any skill level to experience figure drawing from life – with a live model. The model will be wearing fitted clothing and will begin with a series of quick gestures, followed by longer standing and seated poses. While the event will be facilitated by a CAG volunteer, who will be available to answer questions, participants should note that there will be no formal instruction.

Every 3rd Sunday
2-4pm at the Newport Visual Arts Center
March 15th
April 19th
May 17th
June 21st
July 19th
August 16th
September 20th
October 18th
November 15th
December 20th

Standing easels will be provided, and there will be a limited number of spaces for seated drawing at table-top easels, for those unable to work while standing. Participants are also welcome to work while seated in a chair with a sketchbook in their lap. Newsprint, 18″ x 24″ drawing boards, and charcoal will be available for free, or you are welcome to bring your own paper, drawing board, sketchbook, and/or other drawing implements. Ink and watercolor are permitted. No oil or acrylic paint, and no media with a strong odor will be allowed.

There is no fee to attend; however, a $5-$10 donation to the Coastal Arts Guild is requested (to help cover the model fee).

To help ensure an enjoyable experience for all, we kindly encourage guests to consider attending fragrance-free in support of those with allergies and sensitivities.

Newport Visual Arts Center

777 NW Beach Drive, Newport, OR 97365 - Get Directions