Art Style - Impressionism

"Impressionism" is a term that was first used to describe visual art in the late 19th century that emphasized the conveyance of an overall impression of a particular scene, usually outdoors, using primary colors and short brushstrokes to represent the appearance of reflected light. The desired result of impressionism was to capture the artist's perception of the subject rather than the subject itself. Artists of this movement desired to portray images in the way that someone might see something if he or she merely caught a glimpse of it.

Paintings

Impressionist paintings contain very bright, bold colors and tend to have very little detail. The founders of this movement were Claude Monet, Alfred Sisley and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. They were soon followed by such notable artists as Camille Pissarro, Gustave Caillebotte, Edgar Degas, Frederic Bazille, Edouard Manet and Mary Cassatt.

Influence on Art

Impressionism paved the way for a broader, more expansive way of looking at art in general. Artists were encouraged to express their own visions in their work and were free to experiment with traditional forms to create their own unique work. As a result, both artists and their audiences have evolved over the years, becoming as eclectic and innovative as the world around them.

For more information see - http://www.impressionism.org/