Marlis Newman
Bio:
Born Chicago, Illinois Childhood spent in Park Ridge, IL. Graduated Maine Township High School, DesPlaines, IL Attended Iowa State College, Ames, IA. Married James Newman, USN. upon graduation (his) and had four children, traveling and moving every two years with the Navy, eventually settling in Melbourne, FL.

With children grown Marlis was able to concentrate on making art. Beginning as a painter in oils, she then explored pastels and became a charter member of the Pastel Society of America. Her work has been exhibited locally, regionally, and nationally. She is currently working with monotypes and is an instructor at the Brevard Museum of Art and Science, Melbourne, FL

Statement:
Marlis Newman is a contemporary Impressionist who works in many media; oil, acrylic, pastel and watercolor and combines her media in her mixed-media paintings. Each painting is a personal statement and represents her response to the subject. It is an attempt to capture the essence of the subject, whether it is a single figure, a group, a floral or a still life. The effect of light and color surrounding the subject and the atmosphere within the painting are primary concern in conveying the feeling of the painting.