| Endorsements and Reviews "I rarely give a book five stars, but — for this topic — I can’t think of any way the author could have improved the book. Every working artist and every classroom that uses models should have a copy of this book in their studios. When you have a question, the answer will be right there. And, of course, every working model should own one as well. I read many books about and for artists, and this one stands out as a brilliant idea, well executed and long overdue. It’s well-written and easy to read, but — even more importantly — it’s a useful reference that provides far more than just the basics." entire review
"I read the book carefully and showed it to a couple of models, and we were impressed with the clarity and scope of it. From his vantage point as a serious professional, Cahner covers what aspiring and experienced models need to know to be successful. From my standpoint as an artist, I would love to see more models read this book and apply its instruction. The material is clear, interesting and thorough. ... It is highly recommended and very affordable." entire review
"...loaded [with] tips... everyone can relate to... This book is like an informative and interesting documentary. I learned a lot even though I'm not a model and not going into modeling. It's recommended to models, would-be models and people who work with models." entire review
"Everyone involved in representational figure drawing from the model to the artist should take a look at this book to get a perspective on the experience different from their own and to make the experience a profitable one for everyone involved." entire review
“An invaluable resource for the new art model, the professional art model, art schools, art instructors, art students, and anyone wanting to learn more about the complexities of creating inspiration as a professional artist’s model.”
"This is an excellent book for the curious or inexperienced, through the accomplished model, artist, instructor, and those trying to work with models." entire review
"The Art Model's Handbook should be available in every library of every art organization, art school, and anywhere else that models and artists may seek out information about figurative art." entire review
“Given the importance that the figurative arts community places on the model, one would think that they would have addressed proper training a long time ago. Yet the vast majority of these communities throughout the country have little or nothing that would help new models to become the inspirational figure that artists look for to unleash the creative spirit essential to produce the best outcome. This work has all the tools one needs to develop into a skilled professional model—a boon to art instructors, art students, model coordinators and those artists who meet in groups to work from the nude figure.”
"There is vast and impressive insight into this little understood field" entire review
"This is a long overdue book on everything related to being or hiring an art model. Andrew himself is a very experienced model, but instead of just relying on his own experiences he interviewed artists and photographers, managers of art programs and other models. The result is comprehensive, and extremely helpful in telling both the artist and the model what to expect and how to make a session professional and productive." entire review
"a thorough, wide-ranging how-to guide... which will also be tremendous help to artists who work with models." entire review
"There are so many aspiring models out there that I talk to on a daily basis and the same questions always come up; 'where do I start, what should I do, not do….' ? In The Art Model's Handbook I think Andrew, an experienced life and photography model, really captured a lot of topics essential to both models, artists, art teachers and everyone involved in figurative art." entire review
"From handling bookings and typical business practices, to preparing for poses and keeping one's mind entertained during long stretches, this book covers it in a down-to-earth fashion that is succinct and clears the air of those ridiculous historical stereotypes. This is a great book for those looking to become an artist's model." entire review
"This is quite a unique book. At first glance it's obvious it should be read by anyone who is thinking about modeling for artists. It certainly covers every aspect of what a model should know in order to properly function in this specialized business. ... But it's even bigger than that. This 141 page paperback guide is written through the eyes of a model. An unusual perspective in comparison with what has been available on the topic. And it contains valuable information for everyone involved with this art process." entire review
"It's a great book that explains what art modelling is about (i.e. it's NOT run way fashion modelling) - what to expect, what to bring, what makes a good pose, what teachers and students expect from models, etc. ... Obviously I recommend it for art models but also I recommend it for basically anyone who has an interest in figure drawing and wants to get a different perspective on it in contrast to the large amount of "drawing/anatomy-centric" books on the subject. There are lots of drawings from all kinds of artists included as well (painting, sculpture, pencil, ink, etc)." entire review
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The Art
Model's Handbook: The Naked Truth about Posing for Art Classes and
Fine Artists • by Andrew Cahner
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