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1874 to 2024 Impressionism Then and Now
A look toward the future of impressionism
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Erin Hanson recently returned from a whirlwind adventure across France, following in the footsteps of Monet and van Gogh. She stood in many of the exact locations they stood and painted, seeing the French landscape from their point of view, finding inspiration from the same beautiful light and colors that inspired these two artistic pioneers. Scroll down to see the story behind a few of Erin's newest France-inspired works.
In the late 1800s, Monet settled in Giverny, a quaint village between Paris and the French coast. Over time, he meticulously designed and cultivated his gardens, which were not only an extension of Monet's artistic vision but also a source of endless inspiration. He carefully curated every aspect of the landscape, from the arrangement of flowers in vibrant colors to the serene water lily pond adorned with a Japanese bridge.
Monet's Bridge
Original Oil Painting by Erin Hanson
50 x 70 inches
2024
"This painting immerses you into the green and blue hues of Giverny, capturing the iconic view of Monet's green bridge and his expansive water lily garden. I spent two days in Giverny to capture Monet's garden in different lighting and times of the day. This painting celebrates the inspiration that Monet has always given me."
~ Erin Hanson
Claude Monet
This piece is located at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC.
Sunset at Etretat
Original Oil Painting by Erin Hanson
40 x 60 in
2024
Cliffs Of The Porte d’Aval, 1885,
Claude Monet
Erin continued her journey with a visit to the south of France, where she experienced the ancient olive trees that seemed to embody the vibrant colors and depth seen in van Gogh's iconic olive tree paintings.
Olive Trees at Arles
Original Oil Painting by Erin Hanson
24 x 30 in
2024
"When I visited Arles to see van Gogh's stomping grounds, I went to as many olive groves as I could. I found several very old groves -- one boasted several 'centennial' trees over one hundred years old. I was inspired by their gnarled branches and unique coloring, just as van Gogh was." ~ Erin Hanson
Olive Trees, 1889
Vincent van Gogh
From Place to Painting
(above) Erin Hanson in the Musèe l'Orangerie, Paris.
(above) Erin Hanson Giverny, France at Monet's house and gardens.
Erin Hanson back in her studio in Oregon painting Monet's Lilies.
Original Oil Painting by Erin Hanson
2024
72 x 83 in
Explore the entire collection (called "Reflections of the Seine 2024") and join us for the collection release party on Saturday, September 14th, here at The Erin Hanson Gallery. We can’t wait to share this very special artwork with you.
ERIN HANSON has been painting in oils since she was 8 years old. As a young artist, she worked at a mural studio creating 40-foot-tall paintings on canvas, while selling art commissions on the side. After getting a degree in Bioengineering from UC Berkeley, Erin became a rock climber at Red Rock Canyon, Nevada. Inspired by the colorful scenery she was climbing, she decided to paint one painting every week for the rest of her life. She has stuck to that decision ever since, becoming one of the most prolific artists in history. Erin Hanson's style is known as "Open Impressionism" and is now taught in art schools worldwide. With thousands of collectors eagerly anticipating her work and millions of followers online, Hanson has become an iconic, driving force in the rebirth of contemporary impressionism.