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In what ways did Impressionist painters use light and color to show…
In what ways did Impressionist painters use light and color to show movements and emotions?
light
light reflections
water
glass
shiny surfaces
light effects
mimic flickering light
fog
natural light
painting different times of day
highlights
shadows
color
bright colors
warm and cool tones to reflect moods
broken color technquie
symbolic uses of colors
warm tones
happyniess
energy
excitement
cool tones
calmness
sadness
relaxation
unmixed colors
partially mixing instead of blending
emotional energy through color contrast
movement
Brushstrokes
Quick, visible strokes to suggest motion
Subjects in motion
Ballet dancers, busy streets, trains, boats
action or movement frozen in time
Blurred or softened outlines
emotion
mood through atmosphere
fog, shadows and sunlight
Subtle facial expressions or body language
Expressing feelings inspired by nature or city scenes
Connection between setting and human emotion
moments in every day life
Emotions in gatherings, quiet moments
what is impressionism?
time period
Late 1800s (1860s–1890s)
Originated in France
Style and Techniques
Visible brushstrokes
Light and colour over detail
Painted outdoors
focus
Movement and atmosphere
Impression of a scene, not perfect realism