The Art of the Figure Workshop at MOCA

This life drawing series, led by local artist Keila Elisabeth on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, is designed for artists of all levels of experience. Learn and practice general proportion and key anatomical landmarks by studying a live model. A focus will be placed on creating dynamic figures, demonstration and practice of gesture drawings, and intentional consideration of different levels of finish.

Materials are not provided for this class. Bring your own materials to draw. Newsprint and charcoal are recommended for gesture drawing, but any drawing medium is acceptable for longer poses.

Questions? Contact mocaeducation@unf.edu. To get in contact with someone the day of the event, please reach out to MOCA Guest Relations at 904-366-6911.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Keila Elisabeth is a visual artist from Jacksonville, Florida. She earned her BFA in drawing and painting from the University of North Florida in the spring of 2025. Since then, she has attended a summer residency at the New York Academy of Art in New York City, where she refined her understanding of the figure. She has also exhibited her work at Southlight Gallery and is active within the Jacksonville arts community.

She works across various media, including oil painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture, and digital media. Her work focuses on the figure through the lens of the feminine experience. To her, the body is a vessel for storytelling. Through personal narratives and symbolism, she explores the complicated yet beautiful journey of self-realization.

Keila began teaching at The Art Garage in 2022, where she developed her approach to helping students refine their skills and find their voice. She has worked with a wide range of ages, from children to adults, in both multimedia classes and intensive drawing and painting workshops. Her teaching philosophy centers on building confidence and nurturing a broad, adaptable skill set that students can carry into their own artistic practice.

Ages 18+

MOCA Members $20* | UNF Students, Faculty, and Staff $20 | Non-Members $30
If you would like to claim the MOCA Member discount, and additional perks such as complimentary parking and invites to exclusive events, become a MOCA Member today!

*The MOCA Member price does not include NARM and SEMC reciprocal members. Reciprocal members receive free general admission at MOCA Jacksonville.

SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

About MOCA

Located in the heart of historic Downtown, the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville is one of the city’s most significant cultural assets. As the oldest art museum in Northeast Florida and one of the first contemporary art museums to be established in the United States, MOCA is focused on promoting the discovery, knowledge, and advancement of the art, artists, and ideas of our time.

Among the most prominent contemporary art museums in the Southeast, MOCA’s exhibitions and programs set the pace for arts and art-integrated programming on a regional and national stage. Renowned in this community, MOCA casts the spotlight on Jacksonville as a burgeoning, vital arts destination.

The museum is also a cornerstone of Jacksonville’s multibillion-dollar downtown revitalization plan with exhibitions and programs that bring new visitors to the civic core during the day, at night, and on weekends.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE PROGRAM CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

At MOCA Jacksonville, we understand that plans can change. We strive to accommodate the needs of our guests while ensuring that our events and programs continue to run smoothly for everyone involved.

Cancellation by the Guest:

• More than 2 days before the program: Full refund available minus Eventbrite ticketing fee.

• 1-2 days before the program: Refund requests must be sent to museum contact.

• Less than 24 hours before the program: Refunds are not available.

Rescheduling:

• Guests may request to be rescheduled to a later program, subject to availability, with no penalty if done more than 2 days in advance of their program.

Cancellation by MOCA Jacksonville:

• MOCA Jacksonville reserves the right to cancel any event due to unforeseen circumstances or events beyond our control. In such cases, a full refund or rescheduling option will be offered.

Notification:

• All cancellations or rescheduling requests must be made in writing to our Education Department at mocaeducation@unf.edu. Please include your event details and contact information for prompt processing.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with our cancellation policy. Our goal is to provide a seamless experience for all our guests and patrons.

MOCA JACKSONVILLE MEMBERSHIP TICKET POLICY

Ticket Allocation:

• Individual Members: Individual members are entitled to reserve or purchase one (1) member ticket for each event or program in which a member level ticket is offered.

• Dual Members and above: Dual level memberships and above are entitled to reserve or purchase two (2) member tickets per event for each event or program in which a member level ticket is offered.

• Avant Garde Circle Members and above: Members at this level and above are entitled two (2) free tickets to one program of their choice per year. Contact Development at mocadevelopment@unf.edu to reserve.

Membership Level Association

• Your membership level is directly associated with your ticket privileges. We encourage you to explore the various levels of membership to find the one that best suits your cultural interests and event attendance desires.

• Donor Circle Members may request additional event and program tickets by contacting the Development Department at mocadevelopment@unf.edu.

• Your membership number may be required to complete certain reservations. This can be found printed on your membership card. Please contact mocamembership@unf.edu if you need assistance locating your membership number.

Policy Adherence:

• We kindly ask that all members adhere to the ticket allocation policy. This ensures fairness and opportunity for all members to participate in our exclusive events.

Ticket Transfer:

• Tickets are non-transferable and are intended for use by the member(s) registered under the membership account. Identification may be required at the event entrance to match our membership records.

Enjoyment for All:

• Our policy is designed to maximize enjoyment for all our members. We believe in the power of art to connect, inspire, and engage our community.
  

We thank you for your understanding and for being an integral part of MOCA Jacksonville. Your support as a member allows us to continue offering a diverse range of events and programs.

Please feel free to reach out to our membership services team at mocamembership@unf.edu if you have any questions or need further clarification on your membership benefits.