Atelier d'art : Sonia Delaunay avec Floriane Roussel

Join us for a craft night as part of our French-immersion art workshop series!

Inspired by the Franco-Ukrainian painter and textile artist Sonia Delaunay, Chicago-based French artist Floriane Roussel will lead a painting workshop discovering the geometry and vibrant colors of Delaunay’s works.

Guests will enjoy: 

• A complimentary glass of French wine 
• The opportunity to speak French with fellow Francophones
• A chance to get crafty and go home with a new artistic creation

No previous art experience is required! All levels of French are welcome. 

*Doors at 6:00 pm. Workshop at 6:30. Please enter via 54 W Chicago Ave. Non-alcoholic options will be available. Tickets are non-refundable after Wednesday, August 26—*merci pour votre compréhension.

About the Artist

Sonia Delaunay

Sonia Delaunay was born in Ukraine in 1885 and formally trained in Russia and Germany before moving to France. She co-founded the Orphism art movement, which featured her abstract geomtric style and her use of vibrant colors. She was the first living female artist to have a retrospective exhibition at the Louvre.

About the Workshop Facilitator

Floriane Roussel

Floriane Roussel is a Chicago-based French painter, illustrator, and graphic designer. From big international campaigns to small French children’s books, Floraine adapts her unique style to all kinds of projects.

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Rejoignez-nous pour une soirée créative dans le cadre de notre série d’ateliers d’art en français !

Inspirés par l’artiste peintre et textile franco-ukrainienne Sonia Delaunay, les participant.es exploreront son style géométrique et éclatant, guidé.es par Floriane Roussel, une artiste française basée à Chicago.

Les participantes apprécieront : 

• Un verre de vin français gratuit
• L’occasion de parler avec d’autres francophones 
• L’opportunité de créer une nouvelle chef-d’œuvre 

Aucune expérience préalable nécessaire ! Tous les niveaux de français seront les bienvenus. 

Ouverture des portes à 18h00. Atelier à 18h30. Veuillez entrer par 54 W Chicago Ave. Des boissons sans alcool seront disponibles. Les billets ne sont plus remboursable à partir de mercredi 26 août—merci de votre compréhension.

Getting Here

The Alliance Française de Chicago is one block from the CTA Red line stop at Chicago Ave. Best bus routes are the 22 on Clark St and the 66 on Chicago Ave. A Divvy station is located in front of the 54 W Chicago Ave entrance.

Parking Information

$10 for 12 hours at 100 W Chestnut St. Validation is available at reception.

Please be advised that students, members, and attendees at cultural events or programs may be photographed, and these images may be used for marketing purposes.