We've heard your requests and are thrilled to announce additional sketch events each month! Join us for Detroit Queer Sketch Series (DQSS) at Detroit GT Studio in Ferndale.

Upcoming Dates:

  • Thursday, June 27th (Popup sketch at Pontiac Creative Center during their Kaleidoscope a queer art expo) address 47 Williams St, Pontiac, MI 48341

  • Monday, July 1st

  • Thursday, July 18th

  • Monday, August 5th

  • Thursday, August 15th

Where: Detroit GT Studio, 2301 Wolcott, Ferndale

**note: Please use the actual address for your GPS. Searching for the name may take you to the wrong location.

Details: Join James Staycation and Chris Gorski of Detroit GT for an evening of artistic expression and community. Detroit Queer Sketch Series brings together artists of all skill levels for life drawing focused on the human form. We'll feature a model holding poses from 5 to 30 minutes, with breaks every 15 minutes to stretch, socialize, and enjoy refreshments.

Goal: DQSS aims to unite our community through art, offering both beginners and experienced artists a chance to network and grow together.

Materials: We provide sketching supplies, or feel free to bring your own—pencils, charcoals, paints, or even your iPad.

Cost: Pay what you can, with a suggested donation of $25 to support our inclusive environment. All adults 18 and over are welcome, regardless of financial ability or gender identity.

Refreshments: Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks will be provided. You're welcome to bring your own adult beverages.

Questions or Interested in Modeling? Complete this quick model information form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1eez-_RI90rdPTsybApgl6khErAZ4iyTv5HXeAyrgU-A/edit

RSVP: Please register each person individually through the green RSVP link at the top of this page.

Looking forward to sketching together and building our artistic community!