Lon Brauer is an award-winning American artist known for his work in figure and plein air landscape. He has a BFA from Washington University and an MFA from Fontbonne University – both in St. Louis, Missouri. Lon’s work is an exploration of medium within the context of representational themes. Versed in both oil and pastel, he brings energy and unique vision to the world of painting Lon has shown his work both nationally and overseas. He holds signature membership with Oil Painters of America, American Impressionist Society, Pastel Society of America, Outdoor Painters Society, and American Society of Marine Artists. He travels extensively with top plein air events each season. When home, he is in studio painting and sculpting. He holds frequent workshops where he teaches drawing and painting through figurative themes. Lon Brauer Studios is in Granite City, IL where Lon lives with his partner, quillwork artist Djuana Tucker.