Happy Hours is a small studio in West Asheville for people with big ideas and no excuse left not to try them.
•Tiny and intentional
•Tucked inside Taco Billy on Haywood Road
•Woman-owned
•Local and independent
•Flexible and low-commitment
Upcoming Events
Figure Study Session — 2 Models
A focused figure study event for experienced and developing artists. Two live models will pose in succession. Sessions emphasize gesture, proportion, anatomy, light and shadow.
Who should attend
Intermediate to advanced artists working in drawing, painting, charcoal, ink, pastel, or mixed media
Art students seeking extended life-drawing practice
Illustrators and character artists refining anatomy and interaction
When
Date: June 14, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Please arrive early to set up; session starts promptly.
Where
201 Haywood Rd #101
Models and Poses
Two models with experience in extended and dynamic poses
Combination of short gesture poses (1–5 minutes), medium studies (10–15 minutes), and long poses (30 minutes)
Format
3-hour session divided roughly as:
Warm-up gestures: 6–8 poses (1–5 minutes each)
Medium studies: 2–4 poses (10–15 minutes)
Long pose: 1–2 poses (30 minutes)
Quiet, focused environment; friendly but professional atmosphere
Basic easels provided; bring your own drawing boards, preferred materials, and stool or chair (optional)
Materials to bring
Preferred drawing/painting materials (charcoal, vine charcoal, graphite, conte, ink, pastels, oils, acrylics)
Drawing paper or canvas (paper size suggestions: 9x12, 11x14, 18x24; bring larger for long poses)
Masking tape or clips, erasers, fixative (if using charcoal/pastel)
Portable easel or drawing board and a stool
Apron or smock, water container (for paints), rags or paper towels
Pricing and Registration
Drop-in fee: [Insert amount]
Student/senior rate: [Insert amount with ID]
Series pass (5 sessions): [Insert amount] — best value; reserve a spot in advance
Registration required; space limited to maintain working space and sightlines
Payment due at registration; cancellation policy: full refund up to 72 hours before event, 50% refund within 72–24 hours, no refund under 24 hours
Studio Guidelines
Respectful, professional conduct required toward models and other artists
No photography or video without explicit model and organizer consent
Cell phones on silent; minimal conversation during poses
Food and beverages allowed in designated areas only; studio will provide bottled water
Safety and Accessibility
The studio is wheelchair accessible; please indicate accessibility needs at registration
Models are trained in safe posing and will communicate any discomfort
If you have health concerns or special requirements, notify organizers before the session
How to Register
Contact Light Touch Creative Studio to reserve a spot (registration instructions provided upon request)
Include your name, contact info, and any accessibility or material needs
Bring your curiosity and focus — this session is designed to help you sharpen observational skills, deepen understanding of human anatomy in space, and explore expressive compositional relationships between two figures.
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and register for a workshop.
Your Questions, Answered-
Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
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How can I contact you?
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.