Impressionism Became A Very Popular Art Movement During 

Impressionism Became A Very Popular Art Movement During The 19thcentur


Impressionism became a very popular art movement during the 19th century in France. However, when Impressionists like Claude Monet and Auguste Renoir debuted their work, many art critics disliked it. Read the following links: http://www.artchive.com/galleries/1874/74critic.htm#cardon (Translated from the French critics' reactions in 1874), http://smarthistory.khanacademy.org/impressionism-france.html, and http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/learn-about-art/guide-to-impressionism/guide-to-impressionism/*/viewPage/1. Explore Art History: Impressionism from Khan Academy. Take a closer look at the artworks from Monet and Renoir below: Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Write a three (3) paragraph minimum response of 200 words minimum addressing the following questions and post your statement to the Discussion Board on our Blackboard site; then reply to two classmate's postings.


1) Why did critics dislike the work of the Impressionists? 


2) Are their opinions surprising to you? 


3) What is your opinion of Monet and Renoir's work? 


4) How do you think time and place influence our opinion of art works? 


5) In two separate posts, respond to two classmates who made interesting observations.

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Impressionism Became A Very Popular Art Movement During The 19thcentur

Impressionism Became A Very Popular Art Movement During The 19thcentur

Impressionism emerged in the mid-19th century as a groundbreaking art movement that challenged traditional academic standards. Critics during this period initially reacted negatively to Impressionist works, perceiving them as unfinished or vulgar. They disliked the loose brushwork, vivid colors, and the emphasis on capturing fleeting moments and light over detailed realism. Many critics felt that Impressionism lacked the polish and refinement associated with classical art, viewing it as a departure from realism and academic art standards that had dominated European galleries for centuries. The revolutionary approach of artists like Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir was misunderstood and undervalued at first, leading to widespread criticism. This reaction illustrates how challenging traditional norms can often face resistance from established institutions and critics rooted in conservative aesthetic values.

Despite initial criticism, perspectives on Impressionism shifted over time, and the movement gained popularity among the public and other artists. My personal opinion of Monet and Renoir's work is highly positive; their paintings often evoke a sense of immediacy and highlight the beauty of everyday scenes and natural landscapes. Monet's mastery in depicting light and atmosphere creates immersive visual experiences, while Renoir's vibrant color palette and lively brushstrokes bring warmth and vitality to his figures and compositions. Their innovative techniques broke away from academic conventions, and their works continue to influence contemporary artists and art lovers worldwide. The appreciation of their art underscores how time and cultural context influence our evaluation of artistic value, as works once criticized may be celebrated later when perceptions and societal values evolve.

References

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  • Khan Academy. (n.d.). Impressionism in France. https://smarthistory.khanacademy.org/impressionism-france.html
  • National Gallery. (n.d.). Guide to Impressionism. https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/learn-about-art/guide-to-impressionism/guide-to-impressionism
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