Research Paper On Oscar Claude Monet

There are many art movements that have been created through time. Art movements contain similar ideals within each of them represented by the particular style of the artwork and the approach taken. Specifically, one significant art movement in particular was Impressionism. The Impressionist movement originated in France in the 19th century. Impressionists were the first series of artists to specialize in painting en plein air (in the open air). En plein air encompassed a style of painting that included vast hues of color and varied values, while paying attention to light in nature. While there are many famous Impressionism painters, there are three monumental artists who are world renown and changed the face of art. Oscar Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste

Monet’s work was especially unique. It was characterized by his soft touches of color, his skill to capture the shifting play of light, and his ability to see the world freshly, unaffected by intellectual preconceptions. Monet was spontaneous. He presented his whimsical first sketches as his final product. Many observers did not see Monet’s work complete. Instead, they viewed it as unfinished. Despite continued criticism, Monet was persistent in developing his unique style. Impressionism Sunrise, Boulevard Des Capucines, and Water Lillies, are some of his most well known paintings. Specifically, Monet’s Impressionism Sunrise has become a symbol for Impressionism as a whole. This piece was originally named Sunrise, but Monet defied the critics by using the derogatory term Impressionism, as part of the title of the painting. Claude Monet also developed many series of paintings. Some of his series include Rouen Cathedral, Haystacks, Houses of parliament and the Poplar series. Monet influenced and encouraged other

He challenged the Impressionist label by pursuing a path that was more towards realism. However, Degas played an important role in organizing Impressionist exhibits. This is where he displayed some of his artwork including Foyer de la Danse, The Absinthe Drinker, and The Dance Class. Degas did not get along with Monet or other painters of the group. Degas had various talents, and had the opportunity of extensive education possibilities. He was also influenced by photography and Japanese prints. Degas diverged from the Impressionist style, centering much of his own work around the subject of ballet. Degas was an example that not every painter who exhibited with the Impressionists, considered himself one. This also was the case of artist who had been influenced by Degas. Although most of his subjects are women, it is interesting that Degas remained unmarried and believed an artist should live