Uniquely the
Human Figure

The Genesis

The Figure Society was founded on January 1, 2025 by Shane Wolf. Given that no artistic organization exists that focuses solely on this long-standing artform, The Figure Society firmly refocuses the paramount importance of the Nude in Art and in culture.

The Rule of Three’s

Via its annual symposium, The Figure Society will invite three painters, three  sculptors, and three models to gather in a common venue and celebrate their passion for the figure. Spaces will also be available for a limited public to witness living legends in the heat of their creation and collaboration.

The Annual Symposium

March 26-28, 2026
in St. Louis, Missouri

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Meet us in St. Louis

Small City, Mighty in Cultural History
Not only is St. Louis geographically centrally located in the US, the city offers richness of culture as well as accessibility—you can get anywhere in 15 minutes. Though there are divides, there are bridges. Free internationally-recognized museums, food traditions, music scene, large parks, and the origin of The Figure Society.

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The Figure Society is proud to have the support of so many brillant contemporary artists, including the indomitable @oliversin . Olivier needs no introduction, but we will elaborate on his work & involvement in due time. Stay tuned for announceme
The Figure Society’s Inaugural Symposium will be held in March of 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri! With great restaurants, parks, museums and music culture, there will be plenty to see and do in this midwestern gem. Please go to the website and sub
The Figure Society will be a safe haven for all painters, sculptors, and models who render the Nude. We are thrilled to share more in due time. Follow us and join the adventure. Photo courtesy of the bold, American contemporary sculptor @kevinsculptu
The Figure Society is so excited to incorporate and give a rightful, prominent place to figurative models who make our work possible! This shot is of Italian figurative model @andrea.morani_lifemodel 🤩 #art #artcontemporain #figurativeartist #figura