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Expressionism (c. 1905–1925)
Expressionism (c. 1905–1925)
Expressionism focuses on emotions and feelings, not realism. Artists exaggerated color, shapes, and lines to show how something feels, rather than how it actually looks.
Expressionism focuses on emotions and feelings, not realism. Artists exaggerated color, shapes, and lines to show how something feels, rather than how it actually looks.
Key Characteristics
Key Characteristics
Emotional Impact Over Realism
Art shows inner feelings, moods, and anxiety
Images may look distorted or unrealistic
Bold, Intense Colors
Colors are exaggerated and symbolic
Color is used to express emotion, not reality
Distorted Shapes & Figures
Faces and bodies may look stretched or warped
Adds drama and emotional tension
Strong Lines & Brushstrokes
Thick outlines and visible brushstrokes
Creates energy and movement
Serious or Dark Themes
Fear, loneliness, stress, anger, or sadness
Reflects social and emotional struggles
Important Artists to Know
Important Artists to Know
Wassily Kandinsky
Used color and shape to express emotion
One of the first abstract artists
Edvard Munch
Famous work: The Scream
Known for anxiety and emotional intensity
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Painted city life with distorted figures
Member of Die Brücke (The Bridge)
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