Model Lab Coordinator

Carol Rensink


Portrait Session / One Pose Last Wednesday of each month

Figure Session / Quick Poses Other Wednesdays

Draw and paint from live models in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  No instruction given.

Artists must be age 18 or older.  Bring your own drawing and painting supplies (watermedia only, no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints).

Seats are limited and registration is required.  Walk-ins must also register online and may join if there is space.

Interested in becoming one of our models?  Send a headshot and a full-bodied picture (clothed) of yourself to admin@watercolorhouston.org.  Include information regarding previous modeling jobs (who, when, where, how often did you model for them?


Rotating Monitors & Lab Assistants:

Louise Bateman, Chris Bunger, Marie Schaer, Leslie Wolf, Xylina Wu, Susan Allen, Katie Steck, Brian Riker, and Carol Rensink.

Model Lab

  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • December 18, 2024
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    December 18

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • January 08, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    January 8

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • January 15, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    January 15

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • February 05, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Feb 5

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • February 12, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Feb 12

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • February 19, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Feb 19

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • March 05, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    March 5

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • March 12, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    March 12

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • March 19, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    March 19

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • April 02, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    April 2

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • April 09, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    April 9

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • April 16, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    April 16

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • April 23, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    April 23

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • May 14, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    May 14

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • May 21, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    May 21

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • June 04, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    June 4

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • June 11, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    June 11

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • June 18, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    June 18

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • July 02, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    July 2

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • July 09, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    July 9

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • July 16, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    July 16

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • August 06, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Aug 6

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • August 13, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Aug 13

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • August 20, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Aug 20

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • September 03, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Sept 3

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • September 10, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Sept 10

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • September 17, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Sept 17

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • October 01, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Oct 1

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • October 08, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Oct 8

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • October 15, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Oct 15

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • October 22, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Oct 22

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

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  • Model Lab - Figure Session / Quick Poses

    • November 05, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • WASH - 1601 West Alabama at Mandell, Houston, TX 77006
    • 22
    Register

    Figure Session - Quick Poses

    Wednesday

    Nov 5

    12:30pm - 3:30pm


    $20 Members


    $25 non-Members


    Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props.  Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and water-media painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.