Impressionism
Impressionism was an art movement that started in France in the 1860s. Instead of painting highly detailed historical scenes in a dark studio, these artists preferred to paint outdoors and capture everyday life. They focused on how light changed at different times of the day, using quick, visible brushstrokes and bright colors rather than smooth, blended finishes. The goal was to capture a quick, fleeting impression of a moment rather than a perfect copy of reality. Famous Impressionist painters include Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Edgar Degas, and Camille Pissarro. This movement completely changed how artists viewed and painted the world.