Tag: Pissarro
Impressionism
Impressionism was an artistic movement that emerged in France in the 1860s and 1870s, breaking away from traditional academic painting. Impressionist artists sought to capture fleeting moments, light, and atmosphere rather than rigid details and historical themes. Instead of painting in a studio, Impressionists worked outdoors (“en plein air”), using loose, visible brushstrokes and bright, … read more
Divisionism
Divisionism is a scientific approach to color and light in painting, developed in the late 19th century by Georges Seurat and Paul Signac. It is a key component of Neo-Impressionism and is based on the idea that placing small, distinct strokes of pure color next to each other allows the eye to blend them optically … read more