Program Description
Event Details
Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments.
From the artist
"I discovered the joy of painting en plein air (a French term for 'in the open air,' referring to the practice of painting outdoors rather than in a studio) seven years ago and found it incredibly enjoyable. While painting outdoors is delightful, it presents numerous challenges, including weather conditions, equipment, supplies, and more.
"The subject matter is not limited to landscapes, as the 19th-century French impressionists captured; cityscapes are also commonly depicted. The primary goal is to capture the beauty and essence of the scene directly from observation. It offers a delightful way to immerse oneself in the natural world or the hustle and bustle of urban scenes while expressing creativity through painting.
"My body of work reflects my passion for painting outdoors, and I hope to share it with more people."
Art exhibit
The Joy of Plein Air Painting by Priscilla Huang will be on view from August 27 to September 28 in the Main Library Gallery.
About the artist
Chicago-based artist Priscilla Huang works primarily in oils, painting both in her studio and outdoors. Her work explores and captures the essence of the natural world, often inform of flora. Huang was born in Taiwan and immigrated to the United States with her family as a teenager. A self-taught artist, she left behind 30 years in the corporate world as a financial professional, deciding to pursue the challenge of painting full-time.