Dates & times
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- 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Check the organizer’s latest schedule ↗Drop-in Figure Drawing at AMFA: Timed Poses, Independent Practice
This figure-drawing session is structured around timed poses, not step-by-step teaching. Participants work independently, with instructor Michael Lierly available for questions and critiques when requested.
Work at your own pace, with feedback on request
The untutored format leaves participants to make their own drawing choices during the session. Lierly moderates and is available when students want to ask a question or request a critique; the listing does not describe ongoing, step-by-step instruction.
AMFA welcomes both first-time students and experienced artists. The useful distinction is less about prior experience than whether you’re comfortable practicing independently and asking for input when you want it.
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Draped and undraped models are possible
The session offers a variety of timed poses with models who may be draped or undraped. It is not a clothed-model-only session, so that detail matters when deciding whether the format is right for you.
Because an undraped model may be used, AMFA limits the session to students 18 and older.
Further reading: Drop-in Figure Drawing – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
Bring drawing tools and studio-appropriate shoes
AMFA recommends graphite drawing pencils, charcoal and a kneaded eraser. Students can bring their own supplies or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store; basic drawing materials will also be available. The event listing does not say whether those available materials are included in the session fee.
Windgate Art School requires closed-toe shoes in all studios for safety; sandals and Crocs are not allowed.
Further reading: Drop-in Figure Drawing – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Windgate Art School – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
A range of timed poses
Participants draw from timed poses with draped and undraped models. The session is untutored: Michael Lierly moderates and can answer questions or offer critiques when asked.
2026-11-11 · Windgate Art School
- Drop-in Figure Drawing: timed poses with draped and undraped models; instructor Michael Lierly moderates and can provide critiques or answer questions on request.
Plan the session
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
The session runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Central time.
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$30; $25 for AMFA members
The registration listing gives these prices for the session. Members must log in to see the discounted price. AMFA says its Reduced Tuition Program is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
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Students must be 18 or older
The session may include an undraped model.
Bring your own or use available basics
Recommended supplies are graphite drawing pencils, charcoal and a kneaded eraser. You may bring materials or buy them from the AMFA Museum Store; basic drawing materials will be available, though the listing does not specify whether they are included in the fee.
Getting to Windgate Art School
Entrance and arrival
The session is at Windgate Art School, 501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock. Follow the covered walkway to the double doors on your left and press the call-box button; security will ask which class you are attending and let you in.
The Art School entrance is open for entry until 8 p.m. Students can exit after that but cannot enter, so plan to arrive by 8 p.m. at the latest.
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Parking and transit
Students may park in guest spaces in AMFA’s lot; the museum lists its on-site parking as free. If that lot is full, the Art School says students may use the lot at the Firehouse Museum & Hostel, 1201 Commerce Street, or street parking along Commerce, Rock or 11th Streets.
Little Rock METRO Route 6 serves Commerce Street. The map links can calculate directions from your own starting point.
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Accessibility
AMFA’s general visitor guidance says wheelchairs are available at Guest Services on a first-come basis, mobility aids are permitted in museum areas, and sensory bags and weighted blankets can be borrowed. It does not describe the setup in this drawing room; for session-specific questions, contact Guest Services at 501-372-4000 or [email protected].
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Before you make a plan
Is this a taught drawing class?
It is described as untutored practice. Michael Lierly moderates and can answer questions or offer critiques when requested.
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Can the models be undraped?
Yes. The session may use undraped models, so attendance is limited to students 18 and older.
What should I bring?
AMFA recommends graphite drawing pencils, charcoal and a kneaded eraser. Bring your own or purchase supplies at the Museum Store; basic drawing materials will also be available. Closed-toe shoes are required in the studios.
Drop-in Figure Drawing – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Windgate Art School – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
What is the member price?
The listed fee is $25 for AMFA members and $30 otherwise. Members must log in to see the discounted price.
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Location & Google Maps
Windgate Art School
501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72202
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