Sanguine drawing of three quarters view of two figures on tan toned paper. One figure is facing forwards, and the other one is facing backwards.

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Sanguine drawing of three quarters view of two figures on tan toned paper. One figure is facing forwards, and the other one is facing backwards.

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Current Schedule

Every Wednesday

Portrait Drawing Sessions

Drawing from model, long pose
10:30am – 1:30pm

Every Friday

Figure Drawing Sessions

Drawing from nude model, short and/or long pose
10:30am – 1:30pm

February 20-22, 2026

Mentler Méthode Master Lab at the Coppini Academy of Fine Arts

3-day Figure Drawing Master Lab
9:00am – 4:00pm
Location: San Antonio, TX

Upcoming Labs & Workshops

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Art by Michael Mentler

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