Update

 I have been in touch with Jodi at MSU-B and, unfortunately, she didn't have the best of news.  The school is limiting access to their buildings so outside organizations such as The Black Hand Group will have to wait until, at the earliest, after the fall semester.  Looks like 2020 is a wash.  Let's hope we can be in a better position come January.  Stay safe and keep drawing.  We will return when it's safe for everyone involved.

It's been a month and nothing has changed

I don't know where everyone comes down with their comfort level re: Covid, but with the spikes (especially in our county) I have been very reluctant to pursue putting us all in a room, especially our models.  I know this is frustrating and inconvenient but we know next to nothing more than we did in March.  Better safe than sorry.  Wish I had better news but we all know where this stands.  Let's just stay safe and I'll keep an eye out for a break that can work for us all.

An update

If anyone has an opinion on restarting just let me know.  I know we can't use the room at MSU-B until they reopen in the fall.  Jodi Lightner has offered to host us at Billings Open Studio when she is available to be there.  Limited to no more than 10.  I assume that would be 9 artists and 1 model.  I haven't yet contacted any of our models to see how they feel about working with us now.  I plan on contacting them later this week.  I don't know if we will be charged for using BOS ($30/hr on top of model fees for a probable $100 all in for 9 - 10 artists), so that's another item to clarify.
At the moment, this is where we are at.  When I know more I'll post again.  Keep the art spirit going, we'll get back to it when the stars align.

How are the Black Hand folks doing?

Hoping everyone is still healthy and not going too stir crazy.  Looks like it's gonna be another full month before we can even consider getting together again.  Stay creative and keep your eyes on the light at the end of the tunnel.

Something new I did.

Just checking in for anyone checking in

You don't need me to tell you the obvious.  I hope all of you artists and models are doing what is necessary to keep this from harming our community.  As soon as it is safe to resume I will post it here and contact anyone whose number I have.  Stay safe and keep busy.  This will pass and we can pick up where we left off.

In case you couldn't guess, we'll be cancelling the long session

We all know why and I feel that the 26th is off the table as well.  We'll keep up with the news and recommendations from local and federal sources and make sure we aren't contributing to any unnecessary exposure.  Let's stay safe and when we can gather again I'll post that.  Thanks for understanding.

Good group for another session with Tayla

Some new faces mixed in with the old guard to enjoy a wonderful drawing session.  As a reminder, next week we are having a single pose evening so if you want to get into a pose this is your opportunity.
On another note, check back throughout the week to make sure that the current crisis doesn't shut down our access to the room.  If that happens I will immediately post the information.

Tayla takes the stand

Another superb session with a pretty good crowd.  Remember that March 19th we will be doing a single long pose as a change to our routine.

Lady A is back in the house

Lady A consistently knocks it outta the park with her poses.  Small group took advantage of this opportunity.

Mark the 19th of March on your calendars

Why?  

Because we will be having a single pose session that night.  Anyone who wants to really get into a drawing with a live model should hold this night open.  However, no opaque paints please.  Just don't want the mess in the school's dedicated drawing room.

If something happens to change this event I'll be sure and let everyone know.

Great night with a small group

Tayla gave us some really nice poses to work with.  Everyone had a great session.

Last night with Tayla and a good group

Thanks to everyone for dropping in and spending a couple hours as The Black Hand Group.  Tayla did her usual outstanding job for us.  Thanks, Tayla.