3. B1+/ B2 | Peindre l'automne: French Painting in Fall Colors | In Person

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Tuesdays (Oct 21 - Nov 18), 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$280

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For non-members

$330

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About this Class

"PEINDRE L'AUTOMNE": French Painting in Fall Colors, from Impressionism to Modern Art.

Step into the golden light of autumn and explore French through art. Peindre l’automne is a B1–B2 level course that takes you on a seasonal journey through the French countryside—from the forests of Île-de-France to the rustic landscapes of Brittany—guided by the brushstrokes of French masters.
We’ll explore how major French art movements — the Impressionists, Pont-Aven School, Barbizon School, and the Nabis — captured the essence of autumn in their landscapes. The course also highlights the classical tradition of autumn still life, from Chardin’s quiet elegance to Cézanne’s vibrant apples.

In this course, you will:
- Learn to observe, interpret, and discuss artworks in French with precision and sensitivity
- Build your vocabulary and grammar through rich, visual contexts
- Identify the styles, techniques, and themes of key French art movements


Featured painting: Gauguin, l'automne à Pont-Aven.

About Lucile Chaurin Ablanedo

Lucile
Lucile was born and raised in Tours, France, and holds a Master of Fine Arts in Painting and Theory of Art from the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts de Paris. A longtime Boston resident, she was an art educator and French teacher at the French Library for many years. After a hiatus involving motherhood, writing, and artistic projects, she is back and eager to share her love of the French language and culture with you!