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Continuing Education at PAFA

Fifteen-Week Extended Studio: Figure Modeling, FY 117 (In-Person)

with John Horn

$1,400

Wednesdays, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM*  
Instructor: John Horn 
Fifteen-Week Extended Studio Course (45 – 90 Hours) 
Note: No class during Spring Break, March 2 – 8.

PAFA’s Extended Studio Courses offer fifteen-weeks of comprehensive instruction taught by PAFA's core faculty for an immersive fine arts experience. PAFA's selection of Continuing Education traditional-length and short courses will be coming soon!

Figure Modeling is a comprehensive figure modeling course for first year students. The class will focus on geometry, anatomy, and proportion, as well as the crucial elements of gesture, rhythm, spontaneity, and spirit of form making.Students will be encouraged to work in a variety of sizes. Outside projects should be expected. Independent study and experimentation are always encouraged. Broader topics/discussions, such as the nature, history and philosophy of figurative art will also be discussed. Course Modality: in-person.

*Optional: This course is also available for full-day attendance (morning, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. and afternoon, 1 - 4 p.m.) for $2,800. Select length with tuition adjustment during checkout.

Image: John Horn

Register by: January 2  
Materials will be addressed via PAFA’s Canvas online platform (if applicable) or on the first day of class. 
Please review the CE Winter/Spring Policy Guide, including withdrawal/refund policies 
Notes:
Extended Studio Courses are not eligible for PAFA membership or promotional discounts. A minimum 10% fee applies to withdrawals, including same-day – students are advised to confirm their schedules before registering.

  • Spring 2026: Jan 7 - Apr 22nd, 2026
    Wed for 15 weeks from 8:30 - 11:30 am

Samuel M.V. Hamilton Building

(215) 972-7600

128 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102 Get directions

Room: 513

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