How can we engage with figure drawing and garment-making—two practices with extensive histories—in fresh, creative ways? This is the question we’re exploring through an alternative take on fashion illustration with Studio Wenjüe Lu.

​We’re putting a twist on the classic practice of nude figure drawing by clothing models in the work of Studio Wenjüe Lu. The playfulness of their garments takes center stage, twisting and morphing in unpredictable ways on models who will move between short and long poses surrounded by artists. Come ready to experiment and create with us in a fresh, new environment.

​​Charcoal, pencils, acrylic/tempera paints, illustration markers, hard boards, and refreshments will be provided. We invite you to bring your own materials if you would like to work in other mediums.

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​​Schedule

​300pm — short poses (10x 1-min poses, 5x 2-min poses)
320pm — 5-min break
325pm — medium poses (2x 5-min poses, 1x 10-min pose)
345pm — long break (15 mins); artists share work, mingle, grab drinks
400pm — long poses (1x 15-min pose)
415pm — artists share work, event concludes

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​This event is part of the broader Wenjüe Lu weekend at telos.haus. Slow Illustration will be followed by a reception with themed bar, snacks, and a live performance by Cultivated Sound. The next day, we’ll enjoy a sound bath from friends of Wenjüe Lu, Many Ohms.

RSVP for Wenjue Lu Reception (Saturday evening): https://lu.ma/ytlgsprz

RSVP for Many Ohms Sound Bath (Sunday evening): https://lu.ma/jyxqwb69

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​In 2020, Wenjue launched her eponymous Studio Wenjüe Lu with partner Chufeng Fang as an artist duo. Studio Wenjüe Lu seeks to restore a sense of “slowness” to the ever-accelerating world. Though majored in fashion design, Wenjue seeks to disintegrate fashion, along with the construct known as trend.

​telos.haus is a multi-use warehouse space in East Williamsburg. During the day, we offer a quiet workspace for artists, technologists, and other professionals. In the evenings and on weekends, our space is a hub for many community gatherings and events.