Discover Manon’s secrets about how to paint vibrant, light-filled Still Lifes using a split-primary palette in an impressionistic alla prima style by implementing techniques that will replace a random trial-and-error approach with intentional choices. Manon will be arranging contemporary, colorful Still Lifes in the studio and will break down her process step-by-step in order to give you the confidence to use your new skills in your own work. With a hands-on approach you will dive deeply into the pillars of making a painting, such as composition, values, color mixing, effective use of color, brushwork. There will be demos, but also plenty of time at your own easel under Manon’s guidance. This workshop will prepare you well for your future painting practice, no matter if you paint still lifes, landscapes, or figures. Oil is Manon’s preferred medium, but acrylics are welcome in this workshop. All levels are welcome, though a working knowledge of the medium and some drawing skills will be beneficial.Discover Manon’s secrets about how to paint vibrant, light-filled Still Lifes using a split-primary palette in an impressionistic alla prima style by implementing techniques that will replace a random trial-and-error approach with intentional choices. Manon will be arranging contemporary, colorful Still Lifes in the studio and will break down her process step-by-step in order to give you the confidence to use your new skills in your own work. With a hands-on approach you will dive deeply into the pillars of making a painting, such as composition, values, color mixing, effective use of color, brushwork. There will be demos, but also plenty of time at your own easel under Manon’s guidance. This workshop will prepare you well for your future painting practice, no matter if you paint still lifes, landscapes, or figures. Oil is Manon’s preferred medium, but acrylics are welcome in this workshop. All levels are welcome, though a working knowledge of the medium and some drawing skills will be beneficial.
Organizer
Manon is an award-winning modern impressionist, born and raised in Berlin, Germany, who now resides in Southern Florida, which presents a cornucopia of inspiration for her. The effects of light on a subject and the feeling it evokes are of great importance to Manon as she puts down her impressions in interesting patterns, luminous color, and juicy brush strokes in her own distinct style.
Manon participates in invitational and juried nation-wide plein air events as well as in prestigious juried national shows. Her award-winning works are in galleries and private collections on three continents and have been included in publications such as American Art Collector, Plein Air Magazine, Southwest Art Magazine, and Fine Art Connoisseur. She has been awarded signature status with the American Society of Marine Artists as well as the National Oil and Acrylics Painters’ Society and has been selected as one of the few exhibiting out-of-state members of the distinguished California Art Club.
Manon feels strongly about passing on her knowledge in national and international workshops and retreats. She was on the faculty of Plein Air South, the leading plein air convention for the South East, five times in a row. Manon’s work is represented by Park Avenue Contemporary Art in Winter Park, FL, and Lost Art Gallery in St. Augustine, Fl.
Ultimately, Manon aims to communicate her joie de vivre through paintings that reflect the color, light, and joy Manon feels surrounded by and is ever so grateful for.
Venue
The Armory Art Center campus facilities include three buildings dedicated to art classes, a sculpture garden, and an interior tented courtyard.
The Armory Art Center provides art classes for students of all ages, exhibitions, art salons, lectures, and special events. Nearly 100 courses held in 12 state-of-the-art studios are offered including
- ceramics, photography & digital media, drawing, jewelry, painting, printmaking, textiles & fiber, and sculpture.
- Youth art classes and summer art camps are offered.
- Various exhibitions are hosted throughout the year in three galleries.
- The campus, located at 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, at the south end of Howard Park, includes three buildings—the two former Palm Beach County National Guard Armory buildings and the Young Artists Studio Facility.
