It was 1874, it was a new republic, it was a new world. The artists who became the impressionists took seriously what we now often fear: that when life changes outwardly, culture must change inwardly.
The art style of Impressionism can be defined with loose, visible brushstrokes, light colours, a bright palette, and a specific focus on the lights and shadows that covered their landscapes or models.
Visitors examine the paintings of American impressionist ... artistry of Mary Cassatt (1844-1926), a leading figure of the French impressionist movement and the most celebrated female artist ...
With 2024 marking the 150th anniversary of Impressionism, what better time to explore the places that inspired these groundbreaking artists ... of the group’s most famous members.