{"id":162,"date":"2020-01-17T03:54:54","date_gmt":"2020-01-17T03:54:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rydlinski.com\/akartmodels\/?page_id=162"},"modified":"2020-03-26T20:39:21","modified_gmt":"2020-03-26T20:39:21","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rydlinski.com\/akartmodels\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column]\n\t\t\t<!-- START FAQ Header REVOLUTION SLIDER 6.7.18 --><p class=\"rs-p-wp-fix\"><\/p>\n\t\t\t<rs-module-wrap id=\"rev_slider_5_1_wrapper\" data-source=\"gallery\" style=\"visibility:hidden;background:transparent;padding:0;margin:0px auto;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;\">\n\t\t\t\t<rs-module id=\"rev_slider_5_1\" style=\"\" data-version=\"6.7.18\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<rs-slides style=\"overflow: hidden; position: absolute;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<rs-slide style=\"position: absolute;\" data-key=\"rs-5\" data-title=\"Slide\" data-anim=\"ms:1000;r:0;\" data-in=\"o:0;\" data-out=\"a:false;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/rydlinski.com\/akartmodels\/wp-content\/plugins\/revslider\/sr6\/assets\/assets\/dummy.png?w=1140\" alt=\"Slide\" title=\"FAQ\" class=\"rev-slidebg tp-rs-img rs-lazyload\" data-lazyload=\"\/\/rydlinski.com\/akartmodels\/wp-content\/plugins\/revslider\/sr6\/assets\/assets\/transparent.png\" data-no-retina>\n<!--\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t--><rs-layer\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tid=\"slider-5-slide-5-layer-1\" \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-type=\"image\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-rsp_ch=\"on\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-xy=\"x:c;y:-284px;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-text=\"w:normal;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-dim=\"w:100%;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-basealign=\"slide\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-frame_999=\"o:0;st:w;sR:8700;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"z-index:8;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/rydlinski.com\/akartmodels\/wp-content\/plugins\/revslider\/sr6\/assets\/assets\/dummy.png?resize=1140%2C641\" alt=\"\" class=\"tp-rs-img rs-lazyload\" width=\"1140\" height=\"641\" data-lazyload=\"\/\/rydlinski.com\/akartmodels\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/ak-art-rotator-bg-fall.jpg\" data-c=\"fullwidth\" data-no-retina> \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/rs-layer><!--\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t--><rs-layer\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tid=\"slider-5-slide-5-layer-3\" \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-type=\"text\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-color=\"#fff\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-rsp_ch=\"on\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-xy=\"x:c;y:c;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-text=\"w:normal;s:60;l:90;ls:-2px;fw:700;a:center;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-dim=\"minh:0px;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-frame_999=\"o:0;st:w;sR:8700;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"z-index:9;font-family:'Noto Sans';\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>Frequently Asked Questions \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/rs-layer><!--\n-->\t\t\t\t\t<\/rs-slide>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/rs-slides>\n\t\t\t\t<\/rs-module>\n\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\tsetREVStartSize({c: 'rev_slider_5_1',rl:[1240,1024,778,480],el:[300],gw:[1240],gh:[300],type:'standard',justify:'',layout:'fullwidth',mh:\"0\"});if (window.RS_MODULES!==undefined && window.RS_MODULES.modules!==undefined && window.RS_MODULES.modules[\"revslider51\"]!==undefined) {window.RS_MODULES.modules[\"revslider51\"].once = false;window.revapi5 = undefined;if (window.RS_MODULES.checkMinimal!==undefined) window.RS_MODULES.checkMinimal()}\n\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t<\/rs-module-wrap>\n\t\t\t<!-- END REVOLUTION SLIDER -->\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;35px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;flat&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Why should I sign up to be an Art Model?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1584301335550-0e86625d-de7d&#8221;][vc_column_text]Modeling part time is a great way to earn some extra income. Anyone can become a model without special skills or training. And you can feel good doing it, knowing that you&#8217;re providing a unique and valuable service to your local artists.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What is an art model?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579234010876-efbc3873-f78d&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">An art model is someone who poses, usually nude, for an artist or group of artists while they practice drawing or work towards a finished piece. An art model should have a great deal of patience and self confidence, and be able hold poses for extended periods of time. Modeling is hard work, and art models deserve respect and fair compensation. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Why do artists draw and paint nudes, anyway?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1584302265022-19166ea4-6af8&#8243;][vc_column_text]In visual art, the nude is a form. Like the 4 movement symphony in music or the hero&#8217;s journey in film and literature, the nude is one of many visual forms that have inspired artists through the centuries. A nude body, more emphatically than a clothed one, serves as a symbol of the human being in the eternal, rather than merely an individual. Clothing can have the effect of fixing an image to a particular time. A figure of Velazquez dressed as a 17th century aristocrat may seem less relatable to us today. But a nude of Velazquez is as relatable today as the day it was painted.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Can anybody become an art model?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579234010897-9d9a8d7c-fe3e&#8221;][vc_column_text]Yes! Anybody can be an art model as long as they&#8217;re at least 18 years old. <span class=\"s1\">Art modeling has nothing to do with fashion modeling. Artists benefit from studying every kind of model they encounter. They look forward to observing differences in weight, musculature, gender, race, age, etc. It\u2019s all great practice. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Do I have to be nude to be a model?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1584830552831-bc81bbc1-f0e6&#8243;][vc_column_text]No. Models often pose in costumes. Even if you&#8217;re only comfortable modeling in plain clothes you&#8217;re still encouraged to sign up. You can indicate your preference on your profile. Life drawing groups prefer nude models, but if none are available they will be happy to get someone in to pose.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Why do artists work from live models?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579308344241-c54eb391-b25e&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Every great artist from every century has worked from live, mostly nude models. The human body is the most familiar yet difficult thing to draw. Practicing to understand the proportions, shapes, and rhythm of the human form is the surest way to improve all areas of one\u2019s artistic skills. Experienced artists know that to truly understand the human form you must study it live, in three dimensions, rather than from photographs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What is a good pose?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579308913757-4a030070-a7a6&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Good poses usually show the rhythm and movement of the human form, even while at rest. The simplest approach is to show twists at the major axes. For example, the head might be facing a different direction than the chest, and the chest might be facing a different direction than the pelvis, etc. <\/span><span class=\"s1\">Good poses often show the body distributing weight unequally, for example 80% of your weight on one foot and 20% on the other. These are the principles of\u00a0 \u2018contrapposto,&#8217; the ancient Greek innovation that made their figures feel alive with movement, compared with the rigid figures of the ancient Egyptians.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;How long will I be expected to hold a pose?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579309658290-feb0d270-8884&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Typical life sessions last around 3 hours. Most groups divide that time into many different poses: 1 minute, 5 minute, 10 minute, 20 minute, and 45 minute poses, for example. Some groups prefer to study the same pose for the entire session with a short break every 15 minutes. Art models always have the option to take a short break any time they need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What is it like to be an art model?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579310030860-ced72cb0-4006&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Modeling is different for every person. Some find it meditative, some enjoy the physical challenge, some find it empowering and freeing. Most models find it fulfilling to be part of the creative process, and many models are artists themselves. Life sessions are quiet, laid back, and hopefully stress-free events.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What if I have never modeled before?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579310447009-5c5dc3b1-df6c&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">No problem! The artists will kindly help you throughout the session. People of all experience levels are invited to become art models. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What should a model bring to a session?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1580320157076-86317d77-69ac&#8221;][vc_column_text]Models should bring a robe to wear on breaks. They can also bring any costumes if needed. Artists should have everything else, including props and lighting. If they&#8217;re really cool they will provide refreshments.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What if I only live in Alaska seasonally?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1580319097236-7be630ce-8b8a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Modeling can be a great way to earn some extra income even if you&#8217;re only in Alaska for part of the year. We ask that you indicate your seasonal status on your profile. If you like, you can contact the site admin to temporarily hide your account while you&#8217;re out of town.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;If I create an AK Art Models profile, will all of Alaska see me nude?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579310621109-0022f823-0671&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">No. You\u2019re in control of all the images you upload to the site. We ask that you upload a photo headshot, but please DO NOT upload any nude photos of yourself. We encourage you to fill your profile with drawings or paintings from life modeling sessions, and only those you\u2019re comfortable with sharing online. You don\u2019t have to use your real name on your profile if you choose not to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What if I don\u2019t want my personal email address to be visible on my profile?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579310747284-feea0fb0-86a9&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">No problem, don\u2019t post your email address in your \u2018about\u2019 section. You must provide your email address when registering, but it will be set up on the site as a contact form. Artists can use the contact form to get in touch with you, and you can decide whether or not you want to email them back. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What can an art model expect to earn?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579311016431-237c27f0-7305&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Payment for a 3 hour life session is usually $60, or $20 per hour. Some groups pay more, some pay less. If you decide to work with individual artists, you should agree on the payment before beginning the session. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Can models choose who they work with?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579311112271-8d167712-ceda&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Absolutely. Some models only feel comfortable working in public spaces like universities or community centers. Other models feel more comfortable working one-on-one with individuals in their studios. As a model you are completely in control of who you contact and work with, and if you have a preference you can indicate it on your model profile. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>When accepting a new modeling gig, always be aware of your personal safety and make sure you feel comfortable with those you&#8217;re working with. This website connects artists and models but the admin has no access to any conversations, which are done offsite through email. It&#8217;s up to you to stay safe out there![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Should I know some basic poses before I show up to model?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1579311212304-f374dc53-1d11&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">It\u2019s up to you. If you\u2019re working with a drawing group or university it\u2019s likely that there will be many short poses within the session. Because of this, it would be useful for you to know a handful of basic academic poses so you can quickly switch between them. 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