@artsallianceofstfd
Arts Alliance of Stratford is a collective of artists, writers, musicians & other creatives in the Stratford, Connecticut area in the USA. Use our Linktree to make art with us: linktr.ee/artsallianceofstratford
A nude female model lies on her right side and supports her head with her right hand.
Long pose figure study on Zoom, with our model, Veronica, will be on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
5:45 – 9:00 PM EDT
2:45 – 6:00 PM PDT
Cost (USD):
Alliance members: $8
Non-members: $13
Register & pay: bit.ly/long-pose-figure-study.
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #digitalart #blueskyart #art
A nude female model sits on the floor and rests her left elbow on a footstool.
Four views of a nude female model. In the first view, she sits on a footstool and rests both hands on her thighs. In the second view, she lies on her back. Her left hand is on her face, and her right hand is on her lower chest. Her left knee crosses over her right thigh. In the third view, she wears a sheer piece of fabric across her shoulders. In the fourth view, she places her left elbow on her left knee and supports her head with her hand.
Five more interpretations of Sara's poses.
1. Nan Carey, watercolor
2. Steven Bové, acrylic on illustration board
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #watercolor #acrylicpainting #blueskyart #art
A nude female model is kneeling. Her shoulders, arms, and thighs are covered with a sheer length of fabric. Both hands are on her thighs.
A female model wearing a robe is kneeling. She has a sword sheathed behind her back.
A nude female model is kneeling. Her shoulders, arms, and thighs are covered with a sheer length of fabric. Both hands are on her thighs.
Three artists interpreted Sara's kneeling pose.
1. Cheri Irwin, charcoal
2. Mike Pringleton, pencil drawing
3. Yu Tokura, charcoal
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #charcoaldrwing #pencildrawing #blueskyart #art
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #procreate #digitalart #blueskyart #art
Two spooky characters emerge from the shadows.
A gate has been overgrown with vines and brush.
Two barbarians descend stone spiral steps in a fortress.
A pond with lush plants growing on its banks is seen at night, with glowing, fairy-like creatures floating over the water.
Four artists interpreted March's theme challenge, "Mystery"
1. David Bretter: They Live in the Shadows, marker
2. Marie Dallas: Dark Secrets Behind the Gate, pen & ink
3. @hannonart.bsky.social: Sherlock the Barbarian, acrylic
4. Theresa Manus-Piccolo: Pixie Mire, acrylic
#mystery #blueskyart #art
The Riddler, one of Batman's foes, holds the brim of his hat.
A two-masted tall ship sails on the ocean.
A heron flies among the clouds.
A view down some stairs to a cellar.
Four artists interpreted March's challenge theme, "Mystery."
1. Ava Picollo: Riddle Me This, pen & ink
2. Charles Lautier: The Mary Celeste, colored pencil
3. Among the Clouds, oil on canvas
4. Cynthia Loynd: Decent into Darkness, pencil drawing
#artchallenge #mystery #blueskyart #art #stratfordct
Image features artwork in which paint and collage intermingle on the page.
5 Saturdays, starting March 14.
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Ages 16+
Skill level: absolute beginner
Location:
Sterling Community Center, Stratford, Connecticut
More info, registration form via the Linktree in our profile.
#mixedmedia #artclass #watercolor #collage #blueskyart #art #stratfordct
An artist poses in front of a wall with three of her paintings hanging above her and two behind her.
Marie Dallas is the March Spotlight Artist at Obodo Serendipity Books in Stratford, Connecticut.
Meet the artist on Saturday, March 14, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.
Driving directions: maps.app.goo.gl/ibPTNxQBZiZ3...
#artshow #artistspotlight #books #bookstore #blueskyart #art #stratfordct
A nude female model lies on her back on some cushions. Her knees are drawn up, and she swivels her hips to her right so her thighs are parallel with the floor. Her left hand is on her waist, and her right hand holds a folding fan close to her face.
Figure Drawing Via Zoom, Wednesday, March 4.
Model: Sara
5:45–9:00 PM EST
2:45–6:00 PM PST
Cost (USD):
Alliance members: $8
Non-members: $13
Register & pay: bit.ly/zoom-figure-drawing
Procreate painting by @hannonart.bsky.social.
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #sketch #blueskyart #art
Three abstract drawings of a nude female model.
Izzy Valenti created some cubist interpretations of Nicole's poses.
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #abstractart #cubism #pencildrawing #blueskyart #art
Elizabeth Stocker works on a watercolor during Nicole's 10-minute pose.
#figuredrawing #paintingdemo #lifedrawing #watercolor #video #blueskyart #art
A nude female model sits on a chair with her right foot on the seat, drawn up to the inside of her left thigh. Both hands are on her right ankle.
A nude female model sits on a chair with her right foot on the seat, drawn up to the inside of her left thigh. Both hands are on her right ankle.
A nude female model sits on a chair with her right foot on the seat, drawn up to the inside of her left thigh. Both hands are on her right ankle.
A nude female model sits on a chair with her right foot on the seat, drawn up to the inside of her left thigh. Both hands are on her right ankle.
Four artists interpreted Nicole's 20-minute seated pose.
1. @asketchbook91.bsky.social, pencil and crayon
2. David Bretter, charcoal
3. Kat C, charcoal
4. Vincent Cimorelli, charcoal
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #crayon #pencildrawing #charcoaldrawing #blueskyart #art
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #procreate #digitalart #blueskyart #art
A tree-lined paved walkway at night in heavy fog. Street lights glow in the haze, and two figures walk together.
Join us at our March art challenge and artist networking event at Sterling Community Center in Stratford, CT.
The challenge theme is "Mystery"
Attend in person or on Zoom.
Free with registration: Use the Linktree in our profile.
#artchallenge #mystery #noir #gumshoe #blueskyart #art #statfordct
A nude female model is lying on her back on a blanket. Her right arm is lying flat on the blanket by her side. Her head is turned to face over her right shoulder. Her hips are swiveled slightly to her left, and both knees are bent.
In-Person Figure Drawing at Sterling Community Center in Stratford, Connecticut.
Our model will be Nicole.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, @ 6:20 – 8:50 PM Eastern Time.
More details are at bit.ly/stfd-figure-drawing2
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #sketch #blueskyart #art #stratfordct
A nude female model lies on her left side. Her head rests on her left hand, and her right hand is on her hip.
A nude female model lying on her back, in bed, rests her head on a pillow. Her left hand is on her left thigh, and her right hand is on the bed.
Two views of a nude female model. In the first view, she sits with her right knee raised and her left arm resting on a tall cushion beside her. Her right elbow rests on her knee, and her right hand is on the side of her face. In the second view, she sits cross-legged with her right hand on her right knee, and her left hand is on her left shin.
Four views of a nude female model. In the first view, she stands on her left foot and holds her right ankle with her right hand. Her left hand is on a small table beside her to steady herself. In the second view, she kneels and leans forward, resting her left arm on tall cushions. In the third view, she sits at the edge of a bed and leans back onto her left hand. Her right hand is on her head. In the fourth view, she lies on her back and raises both legs off the bed.
Procreate paintings, drawings, and gestures of our model, Paula.
From a February 18, 2026, Zoom figure drawing session hosted by @artsallianceofstfd.bsky.social.
#figuredrawing #lifedrwing #drawing #procreate #digitalart #blueskyart #art
Excellent work by Paula Ailén at @artsallianceofstfd.bsky.social
Awesome! Love them.
Two views of a nude male model sitting on the floor, leaning forward to place his hands on the floor
Vincent Cimorelli's charcoal drawings of our model, Quentin.
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #pencildrawing #blueskyart #art
A nude male model stands with his right hand on his hip, and his left hand holds a cane.
A nude male model sits on the floor and leans forward to place his hands on the floor.
Two views of a nude male model. In the first view, he stands, and in the second, he is seated.
Two views of a nude male model. In the first view, he sits on the floor and leans back on both hands. In the second view, he stands with his right hand on his hip, and his left hand holds a cane.
Four artists interpreted Quentin's poses:
1. @asketchbook91.bsky.social, colored pencil & crayon
2. Kat C, charcoal
3. Kyla Seleno, white pencil on black paper
4. Michiko Hughs, charcoal
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #coloredpencil #crayon #pencildrawing #charcoaldrawing #blueskyart #art
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #procreate #digitalart #blueskyart #art
Headline: Call for artists. The image shows William Shakespeare holding a cupcake with a lit birthday candle. The image caption says: "…Though this be madness, there is method in't."
April 23 is William Shakespeare's 462nd birthday. In honor of this milestone, we announce our new call for artists, "All's Well The Arts Well."
Prospectus, info & guidelines, and submission form: bit.ly/cfa-shakespeare-art-show
#shakespeare #artshow #plays #literature #thebard #blueskyart #art
A canvas tote bag with a floral painting printed on it.
Own some art that goes wherever you go!
Visit our new Merch Store and choose from 9 tote bag designs featuring artwork by our members on the front, and our logo on the back.
bit.ly/alliance-merch-store
Artwork by Marie Dallas
#totebags #supportthearts #supportlocalart #blueskyart #art
A nude male model is seated on the floor. His upper body leans to the left and is supported by his left arm. His head is turned to look over his right shoulder.
In-Person Figure Drawing at Sterling Community Center in Stratford, Connecticut (USA).
Model: Quentin
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, @ 6:25 – 8:50 PM Eastern Time.
More details are at bit.ly/stratford-figure-drawing
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #sketch #blueskyart #art #stratfordct
A nude female model lies on a bed on her right side. Her left hand is on her stomach, and her right hand supports her head. Both knees are drawn up.
A nude female model lies on a bed on her right side. Her left hand is on her stomach, and her right hand supports her head. Both knees are drawn up.
Two more artists interpreted Sami's long pose.
1. Kim Casey, charcoal
2. Steven Bové, acrylic
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #charcoaldrawing #acrylicpainting #blueskyart #art
Two views of a nude female model. In the first view, she sits with her right lower leg crossing over her left thigh. She holds a pole in both hands, and her head turns to look over her left shoulder. In the second view, she sits on the floor with her left knee bent, so her foot is touching her right thigh. Her right knee is bent, so her foot is behind her. Both hands are on her left thigh.
A nude female model lies on a bed on her right side. Her left hand is on her stomach, and her right hand supports her head. Both knees are drawn up.
A nude female model with rabbit ears and a wing lies on a bed on her right side. Her left hand is on her stomach, and her right hand supports her head. Both knees are drawn up.
A nude female model lies on a bed on her right side. Her left hand is on her stomach, and her right hand supports her head. Both knees are drawn up.
Some interpretations of Sami's poses.
1. Giovanna Zampagni, charcoal warm-up poses
–Long pose interpretations
2. David Bretter, oil pastel
3. Mike Pringleton, pencil
4. Yu Tokura, watercolor
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #charcoaldrawing #oilpastel #watercolor #blueskyart #art
#figuredrawing #lifedrawing #drawing #procreate #digitalart #blueskyart #art
An artist poses next to his painting, which hangs on the wall behind him.
An art opening reception. The artist and several of his admirers pose for the camera.
A table with cupboards and drawers in a bookstore that serves as the sales counter and beverage station at an art opening.
A small crowd gathers for an art opening and reception in a bookstore.
The opening reception for the February Artist Spotlight at Obodo Serendipity Books featured Alliance member David Bretter.
#artshow #openingreception #acrylicpainting #abstractart #stratfordct
A sketchbook page with a grid of watercolor-painted swatches.
A watercolor painting class is in session. The students are seated working on their paintings, and the instructor stands and demonstrates a technique.
A diagram on a whiteboard to guide students who are working on their paintings of a hay bale field.
A watercolor painting teacher talks to her students to guide them in their paintings.
Four more photos from week 4 of Watercolor, Beginner and Intermediate.
#artclass #watercolor #landscapepainting #blueskyart #art #stratfordct
An artist holds up his painting of a winter landscape.
A tray of watercolor paints, a plastic palette, and a variety of paintbrushes.
A watercolor painting of a winter landscape.
A TV screen displays a photograph of a hay bale field, and a watercolor painting based on it.
Week 4 of Watercolor, Beginner and Intermediate for the Winter 2026 session at Sterling Community Center in Stratford, CT.
Instructor Donna Brien had the students paint a hay bale field to explore color, composition, and value.
#watercolor #artclass #landscapepainting #blueskyart #art #stratfordct
