My best friend and I thought it might be fun to use this
forum to discuss different aspects of art and maybe we can all teach each other
something along the way...or at least raise our awareness and open new worlds
and views to each other.....so, to start it off, I chose something that I
LOVE and can ramble on and on about! IMPRESSIONISM!
THIS WEEK'S TOPIC - IMPRESSIONISM
Definition- IMPRESSIONISM is relatively NEW in the art world. This style of painting is known for capturing the image of an object, place, or person as if you were just catching a quick glimpse of it - the picture in your minds eye as a result of a sideways, corner of your eye glance. I think of it as something similar to the residual vision of something I've caught a glimpse of out a window as I travel past or the discription of something as seen through another's eyes. Usually, this type of art is painted with lots of vibrant color. Most popular are outdoor scenes, but many have some sort of human addition co-existing with nature's perfect art. It is said that the term IMPRESSIONISM in referring to art may have been coined from MONET's - "IMPRESSION:SUNRISE
Additionally, this form of art was very controversial. IMPRESSIONIST art and it's artists were highly criticized during many of the exhibitions in which they were displayed. As a matter of fact, "LE SALON" rejected most all IMPRESSIONISTIC entries and tagged them an insult to the art world as they were "unfinished." As this is one of my FAVORITE art forms, it is hard for me to imagine now that there was a time that these works or art were considered foul. As a matter of fact, the self-supported IMPRESSIONIST exhibitions in which the artists displayed their works were shunned and not attended as this type of art was thought to be too radical.
France and it's art connoisseurs had no taste for this progressive art form in the early-mid 1800's. Art up until this time was different. "Art," as it was known to the masses was idealistic, larger than life, and dictated by persons in positions of authority. Colors were dark and rich, brush strokes were hidden, lines defined, landscapes and nature were only backdrops to the art itself.
In contrast, this "new" art....IMPRESSIONISM, captured "real, everyday" life without grandeur or glory....they captured true beauty at a moments glance, in it's perfect unchanged, natural form. These artists weren't focused on a center view or a perfect line, they focused on capturing fleeting moments of time with color and light.
These artists were pioneers in change and they were able to stand up for their art form. They were forward thinkers, and had a strength of character to be admired. At that time inFrance
While IMPRESSIONIST styles were quite varied, these artists shared one similar notion - Art needed to encompass more! These artists clung to their idea that a fresh look at life and art was ok, and it could be beautiful in it's own respect. As I've mentioned, IMPRESSIONISTS were "forward" thinkers. They encompassed the industrial revolution and the quickly changing world into their expression of art. That in itself is commendable.
Bear with me here for a moment while I digress into an iteresting and ironic thought. The 19th century was revolutionary in the advances in technology and industrial movement....hence the term, the "INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION." One of the great inventions of the era was the CAMERA. I am personally fond of photography as an art form and find it interesting that two of my favorites are linked. The invention of the camera played a HUGE role in IMPRESSIONISM. While art up until this time had been focused on capturing history in the way that you wanted, photography allowed for capturing history as it was, without embellishments. IMPRESIONISTS did the same in depicting something on canvas without exaggeration. The camera and taking photos was monumental in understanding and learning new things about light and color.
We are in debt to these artists in many ways. They broke through the art ideals of an era that were controlled by institutions and positions of power. They proved that art was a liberal expression and could not be contained by rules or opinions, and that power of position or economic class have no control over an individuals expression. AND...Expression and your IMPRESSION of it is ART!
Well known IMPRESSIONISTIC artists - (To name just a few of the greats)
Manet- painted everyday things and is credited with influencing how this art type developed. He was known for some "darker" depictions. He was not one for shaking things up and never showed his work with the IMPRESSIONIST exhibitions, but supported and befriended many such as Monet, Sisley, and Renoir. He created " SINCERE" art.
Van Gogh- a vivid bright style, still mimicked today
Caillebotte - a short careen of painting, but known for his supporting the IMPRESSIONIST, at times even purchasing their art as a collector.
Cezanne - captured reality and known for still lifes and many times tagged impersonal.
Pissaro - painted much of the french country side & our connection to the earth as well as Paris and it's burbs.
Degas - well known for painting dancers and horses
Sisley - painted rivers and water and outdoor things
Monet***- Poverty stricken, yet fascinated with ever changing light and color
Renoir*** - skillfully used many different types of brush strokes to interpret light and the way that it played on color...the way that light changes and the way that an object responds to light.
***These later two being my favorite!
One of my favorite things about this type of art is that the artist leaves much up to the IMPRESSION of each individual. The details and defined lines are left open-ended and left up to the viewer, yet the artist's vision is not lost. I like that each person may come away with something different, and FEEL a different thing. It is like "CHOOSE YOUR OWN" art.
It is almost impossible for me to pick favorites, so I won't....I'll just say that you've got to take a look and learn more about IMPRESSIONISM!
Questions about IMPRESSIONISM for discussion:
1. The term IMPRESSIONISM - Capturing something as if in a quick glimpse? ...OR ...The impression stamped on the senses by a visual experience that is rapid and transitory, associated with a particular moment in time? ...OR...What do your think it means?
2. Do you have favorites?
THIS WEEK'S TOPIC - IMPRESSIONISM
Definition- IMPRESSIONISM is relatively NEW in the art world. This style of painting is known for capturing the image of an object, place, or person as if you were just catching a quick glimpse of it - the picture in your minds eye as a result of a sideways, corner of your eye glance. I think of it as something similar to the residual vision of something I've caught a glimpse of out a window as I travel past or the discription of something as seen through another's eyes. Usually, this type of art is painted with lots of vibrant color. Most popular are outdoor scenes, but many have some sort of human addition co-existing with nature's perfect art. It is said that the term IMPRESSIONISM in referring to art may have been coined from MONET's - "IMPRESSION:
Additionally, this form of art was very controversial. IMPRESSIONIST art and it's artists were highly criticized during many of the exhibitions in which they were displayed. As a matter of fact, "LE SALON" rejected most all IMPRESSIONISTIC entries and tagged them an insult to the art world as they were "unfinished." As this is one of my FAVORITE art forms, it is hard for me to imagine now that there was a time that these works or art were considered foul. As a matter of fact, the self-supported IMPRESSIONIST exhibitions in which the artists displayed their works were shunned and not attended as this type of art was thought to be too radical.
France and it's art connoisseurs had no taste for this progressive art form in the early-mid 1800's. Art up until this time was different. "Art," as it was known to the masses was idealistic, larger than life, and dictated by persons in positions of authority. Colors were dark and rich, brush strokes were hidden, lines defined, landscapes and nature were only backdrops to the art itself.
In contrast, this "new" art....IMPRESSIONISM, captured "real, everyday" life without grandeur or glory....they captured true beauty at a moments glance, in it's perfect unchanged, natural form. These artists weren't focused on a center view or a perfect line, they focused on capturing fleeting moments of time with color and light.
These artists were pioneers in change and they were able to stand up for their art form. They were forward thinkers, and had a strength of character to be admired. At that time in
While IMPRESSIONIST styles were quite varied, these artists shared one similar notion - Art needed to encompass more! These artists clung to their idea that a fresh look at life and art was ok, and it could be beautiful in it's own respect. As I've mentioned, IMPRESSIONISTS were "forward" thinkers. They encompassed the industrial revolution and the quickly changing world into their expression of art. That in itself is commendable.
Bear with me here for a moment while I digress into an iteresting and ironic thought. The 19th century was revolutionary in the advances in technology and industrial movement....hence the term, the "INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION." One of the great inventions of the era was the CAMERA. I am personally fond of photography as an art form and find it interesting that two of my favorites are linked. The invention of the camera played a HUGE role in IMPRESSIONISM. While art up until this time had been focused on capturing history in the way that you wanted, photography allowed for capturing history as it was, without embellishments. IMPRESIONISTS did the same in depicting something on canvas without exaggeration. The camera and taking photos was monumental in understanding and learning new things about light and color.
We are in debt to these artists in many ways. They broke through the art ideals of an era that were controlled by institutions and positions of power. They proved that art was a liberal expression and could not be contained by rules or opinions, and that power of position or economic class have no control over an individuals expression. AND...Expression and your IMPRESSION of it is ART!
Well known IMPRESSIONISTIC artists - (To name just a few of the greats)
Manet- painted everyday things and is credited with influencing how this art type developed. He was known for some "darker" depictions. He was not one for shaking things up and never showed his work with the IMPRESSIONIST exhibitions, but supported and befriended many such as Monet, Sisley, and Renoir. He created " SINCERE" art.
Van Gogh- a vivid bright style, still mimicked today
Caillebotte - a short careen of painting, but known for his supporting the IMPRESSIONIST, at times even purchasing their art as a collector.
Cezanne - captured reality and known for still lifes and many times tagged impersonal.
Pissaro - painted much of the french country side & our connection to the earth as well as Paris and it's burbs.
Degas - well known for painting dancers and horses
Sisley - painted rivers and water and outdoor things
Monet***- Poverty stricken, yet fascinated with ever changing light and color
Renoir*** - skillfully used many different types of brush strokes to interpret light and the way that it played on color...the way that light changes and the way that an object responds to light.
***These later two being my favorite!
One of my favorite things about this type of art is that the artist leaves much up to the IMPRESSION of each individual. The details and defined lines are left open-ended and left up to the viewer, yet the artist's vision is not lost. I like that each person may come away with something different, and FEEL a different thing. It is like "CHOOSE YOUR OWN" art.
It is almost impossible for me to pick favorites, so I won't....I'll just say that you've got to take a look and learn more about IMPRESSIONISM!
Questions about IMPRESSIONISM for discussion:
1. The term IMPRESSIONISM - Capturing something as if in a quick glimpse? ...OR ...The impression stamped on the senses by a visual experience that is rapid and transitory, associated with a particular moment in time? ...OR...What do your think it means?
2. Do you have favorites?
SOME OF MY OWN IMPRESSIONISTIC EXPRESSIONS:
(All images are protected by Copyright Laws - Autumn Boyet Stinton)
The Painture Series
"SAN ANDREAS" © Autumn Boyet Stinton April 2010
This represents the element of earth.
The Painture Series
"THE RING OF FIRE" © Autumn Boyet Stinton April 2010
This represents the element of fire.
This represents the element of fire.
"SHIFTING PERSPECTIVE" - #2 of the Blue Energy series -
© Autumn Boyet Stinton July 2011
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