Impressionism

Dance at the Moulin de la Galette by Pierre-Auguste Renoir
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Impressionism is a style of art that emerged in France in the 19th century. Artists used light and color to capture moments in time.

Impressionist paintings often feature visible brush strokes and focus on the changing effects of light. This style revolutionized the art world.

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  • Impressionism was an art movement that originated in France in the 19th century.
  • Impressionist artists focused on capturing the fleeting effects of light and color in their paintings.
  • Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir are some of the most famous Impressionist painters.
  • Impressionism was initially met with criticism from traditional art critics but eventually gained widespread recognition.
  • Impressionism had a significant impact on the development of modern art and continues to influence artists today.

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  • Impressionism and the Changing Role of Light in Art

    Impressionism revolutionized art by capturing the fleeting effects of light, transforming the way artists depicted scenes and emotions.

  • Impressionism and the Influence of Photography

    Discover how Impressionist painters were influenced by the rise of photography, capturing fleeting moments with light and color in a revolutionary way.

  • Impressionism and the Urban Landscape

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  • Impressionism and the Female Perspective

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  • Impressionism and the Rise of Modern Art

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  • Introduction to Impressionism

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  • Impressionist Techniques

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  • Impressionism and the Plein Air Movement

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  • Impressionism and the Industrial Revolution

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  • Famous Impressionist Artists and their Works

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