The Graphite Stallion studio in Toronto offers life drawing sessions that are a little bit different from the average art class. Rather than being about perfecting your drawing skills, the establishment caters specifically for party events to mark a bachelorette, gay bachelor, divorce, birthday, retirement and even corporate team-building.
Aside from providing the nude models and art supplies, the studio provides different party packages that include interactive instruction, alcohol, light snacks and party hosts. In terms of pricing, it's a lot more costly than going to a local drawing class, but the atmosphere is bound to feel much more fun and relaxed, especially if you're headed with a group of friends. As for the male models that are chosen for the classes, Graphite Stallion describes a recruiting process that evaluates "PECS"—guys must be Professional, Easy on the Eyes, Charming and Sophisticated.
What's Driving This Trend
- Party Events
- There is a trend of hosting specialized party events, such as bachelorette, divorce, and retirement parties, that incorporate unique activities like life drawing.
- Interactive Instruction
- There is a trend of offering interactive instruction as part of party packages, providing a more entertaining and engaging experience for attendees.
- Alternative Art Experiences
- There is a trend of seeking alternative art experiences that offer a fun and relaxed atmosphere, attracting groups of friends for a different kind of social gathering.
Who This Affects Most
- Event Planning
- The event planning industry can take advantage of the trend of hosting specialized party events by offering unique and tailored experiences for different occasions.
- Art Supplies
- The art supplies industry can capitalize on the trend of offering interactive instruction by providing specialized products and tools for these types of art-related party activities.
- Hospitality
- The hospitality industry can benefit from the trend of alternative art experiences by incorporating them into their offerings, attracting customers looking for unique social activities to enhance their overall experience.
