Eva Gonzales

Eva Gonzales was birthed in Paris, where much of the Impressionist art began. Art ran in Gonzales' family, as her father was a writer. She began drawing lessons in 1865, and four years after she met Edouard Manet. She became his muse and his student shortly after they met. Manet led her into the Impressionism world that he and other famous French artists were leading, influencing Gonzales and much of her work. The first time her work appeared publicly was in the Salon in 1870, where she continually showed much of her work for years after. Over time Eva developed her own artistic style, separate from Manet. She used bright colors and a soft brush stroke. Some of her art works include L'Indolence, La Toilette, and Morning Awakening.


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