Who we are
The Donderdag Collective was founded in 2011 by a group of artists in York, and includes both professional artists and keen amateurs who want to hone their technique or explore new ideas by working freely with a life model.
We meet once a fortnight on a Thursday evening (Donderdag means 'Thursday' in Dutch) and the sessions are friendly, informal and untutored. As we are a collective, it is not run for profit and there is no one person in charge – everyone has a say in how the group is run and what we do.
We work with a number of fabulous and experienced models who give us an array of poses from short standing poses and movement, to longer static poses, allowing us time to paint. Occasionally, we arrange longer day-long sessions, or special themed sessions (subject to budget and attendance).
We meet once a fortnight on a Thursday evening (Donderdag means 'Thursday' in Dutch) and the sessions are friendly, informal and untutored. As we are a collective, it is not run for profit and there is no one person in charge – everyone has a say in how the group is run and what we do.
We work with a number of fabulous and experienced models who give us an array of poses from short standing poses and movement, to longer static poses, allowing us time to paint. Occasionally, we arrange longer day-long sessions, or special themed sessions (subject to budget and attendance).
When we meet
We meet at 7.30–9.30pm. The room is booked on a termly basis, and our upcoming dates are as follows (more will be added as they are booked):
2024
January 18
February 1 & 15
March 7 & 21
April 18
May 2 & 16
June 6 & 20
July 4 & 18
2024
January 18
February 1 & 15
March 7 & 21
April 18
May 2 & 16
June 6 & 20
July 4 & 18
Where we meet
We meet at St Olave's Hall in York, just behind Museum Gardens. There is a public car park (Marygate) next door to the Hall and it easy to get to on foot, by bike or by bus.
Membership and fees
Members pay £50 a year and £10 per session – the cheaper option for regular attendees. Non members pay £15 a session. Payment is on the night and receipts can be given if you require them for your accounts.
To enquire about becoming a member, please complete the form, right, and one of the Collective will get back to you with more details. |
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ARE YOU A LIFE MODEL?
We are always looking for good life models. Our modelling slots get booked up quickly, so if you are interested in working with us, please enquire using the contact form above and we will get back to you to discuss details.
We are always looking for good life models. Our modelling slots get booked up quickly, so if you are interested in working with us, please enquire using the contact form above and we will get back to you to discuss details.