Dr Sketchy’s – The Museum of Contemporary Art Sydney

The Museum of Contemporary Art showcased artists of a different sort last week when it hosted a burlesque life-drawing class.

Dr Sketchy’s Anti-Art School, which originated in New York as an antidote to “boring life-drawing classes”, held a cabaret and drawing session at the museum’s Foundation Hall on Friday night.

Burlesque dancers posed for students, protecting their modesty with sequins, fishnets and feathers. One of the dancers, Rachel St James, based her performance out of an over-sized champagne glass.

The museum’s curator of public programs, Christine Morrow, said modern burlesque performers continued an artistic tradition that dated back more than 100 years.

“Edgar Degas and Toulouse-Lautrec used to draw showgirls and dancers so it’s something very traditional but because burlesque is going through such a resurgence at the moment it’s also very contemporary.”

A trained artist, Morrow said a clothed (or semi-clothed) figure wasn’t as easy to draw as a nude. “As soon as you put a sequined G-string or feather boa on, it’s much harder. There’s all this extra fluffy stuff going on.”

Dr Sketchy’s also runs fortnightly cabaret and life-drawing sessions at the Arthouse Hotel.

Article courtesy of SMH
http://www.smh.com.au/news/stay-in-touch/inspiration-from-cabaret/2008/02/17/1203190648150.html

For photos of this event, please head to:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacbowie/sets/72157603928191984/

Dr Sketchy’s at LIVE08 – Feb 7-10 Melbourne Showgrounds

On Feb 7-10 at The Melbourne Showgrounds, we held 3 Dr Sketchy’s at the LIVE08 Expo.

We had Sarah D, Lauren LaRouge and Vesper White as models and Little Kelly Doll made her debut as Dr Sketchy’s host – and she was fantastic!

We had the lovely Melanie Knight from Dr Sketchy’s Melbourne and Erin from Dr Sketchy’s Edinburgh assisting us also.

For more info on Live08 head to www.live08.com.au

For more pictures of Jac Bowie Artists performing at LIVE08 – Head to

Dr Sketchys @ The Museum of Contemporary Art – Feb 15th 2008

   

Art meets cabaret as three of Sydney’s most celebrated burlesque stars model for you to draw. Includes a glass of wine, burlesque performances and the opportunity to compete for prizes. Caters to all degrees of drawing experience.

FRIDAY 15 FEB 6.00 – 9.00pm
$20/$15 MCA MEMBERS
(bring your own sketch pad and pens or pencils)

Bookings Essential:
02 9245 2484 or education@mca.com.au

Dr Sketchy’s – 15th January 2008

Yes make good of that New Years resolution – GET DRAWING!!!

We are thrilled to announce the return of Dr Sketchy’s this Tuesday 15th January at:

The ArtHouse Hotel
275 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW
(next door to The Hilton Hotel)

This week we have Vivi Valentine performing and Aisha supporting her!

We have been getting lots of bookings, so if you don’t want to miss out..
simply reply with your name, and number of guests,
or book online at www.drsketchy.com.au or sms (only) to 0439 078 606.

PLEASE NOTE: Dr Sketchy’s will be held fortnightly until further notice.
To check the date of the next Dr Sketchys please visit the website

The Burlesque Ball Brisbane – Tomorrow night at The Tivoli

Tomorrow night is your last chance to get tickets to The Burlesque Ball for 2007!!

We will be selling tickets on the door at the venue, or you can call Jon Wright on 0415 535 002 for special rates Group Bookings.

For more information, head to www.jacbowie.com

First pictures of The Burlesque Ball Sydney 2007

Pictures are available to view at http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacbowie/

One week to go till Sydney Burlesque Ball 2007

THE BURLESQUE BALL SYDNEY

Only one week to go!!! Head to www.jacbowie.com to not miss out!

FIRST RELEASE SOLD OUT
VIP $120 GEN $79
+ Booking Fees

SECOND RELEASE
VIP $130 GEN $89
+ Booking Fees

FINAL RELEASE – & DOOR
GENERAL ENTRY ONLY $100
+ Booking Fees

A night of vintage decadence featuring Australia’s top Burlesque Artists and Vaudevillians.

Welcome to Australia’s BIGGEST night in Burlesque!

Featuring:

MC The Birdmann (SYD/BNE)
Rachel St James (SYD/BNE)
Gypsy Wood (SYD/BNE)
Suzie Q (SYD)
Lorelei & Sarina (SYD)
Adam Mada (SYD)
Imogen Kelly (BNE)
Lena Marlene (BNE)
Devotchkin (BNE)
Tigerlil (BNE)
Lauren LaRouge (SYD)
Little Kelly Doll (SYD)

Music by The Velvet Set

Come dressed in Black, Red or Burlesque!

For more information on the Ball in Sydney and Brisbane, contact info@jacbowie.com

BEST DRESSED AWARD
Once again, we will have a Best Dressed Award in both events.
With a much bigger and better prize pack this year, it’s definately another reason to dress to impress.

Prizes for Best Dressed supplied by:
Nocturnal Designs
Gorgeous Cosmetics
Pash Parties

VIP TICKETS INCLUDE:

Access to VIP Area
Mingle with VIP, Media & Performers
Gorgeous Cosmetics MakeUp Artists on hand for Make-Up Touch Ups!
Complimentary Drinks (For a Limited Time)
Complimentary Canapes
Private Performances
VIP Bag

The Burlesque Ball 2007

The Burlesque Ball 2007 tickets are now on sale from www.jacbowie.com

Dark Angels Starring Katie Underwood now on Sale!


Click on poster to visit www.darkangels.com.au to find out more

This Week at Dr Sketchys Sydney – 3rd July 2007 – The Amazing Wood Sisters!

Click on the poster to go to www.drsketchy.com.au

Reserve your place via emailing to jac@jacbowie.com

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