Atelier de sculpture : Niki de Saint Phalle avec Floriane Roussel

(Le français suit)

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

Inspired by the French American sculptor, painter, filmmaker, and author of colorful hand-illustrated books Niki de Saint Phalle, Chicago-based French artist Floriane Roussel will lead a sculpture workshop exploring the idiosyncratic style of de Saint Phalle’s “outsider art”.

Guests will enjoy: 

• A complimentary glass of French wine 
• An 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, June 24—merci pour votre compréhension.

About the Artist

Niki de Saint Phalle, born Catherine Marie-Agnès Fal de Saint Phalle (1930–2002) was a French American sculptor, painter, filmmaker, and author of colorful hand-illustrated books. Widely noted as one of the few female monumental sculptors, Saint Phalle was also known for her social commitment and work.

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 dateliers d’art en français !

Inspirés par la plasticienne, artiste peintre, graveuse, sculptrice et réalisatrice de films franco-américaine Niki de Saint Phalle, les participant.es exploreront ses oeuvres fortes et démésurées et ses prises de risques, 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 24 juin—merci de votre compréhension.

Getting Here

The Alliance Française de Chicago is one block from the CTA Red line stop at Chicago Avenue. Best bus routes are the 22 on Clark and the 66 on Chicago Avenue. 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.

Photography Notice

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.