Course: Introduction to Modern Art

Monet’s dedication to capturing the effects of sunlight is evident in his numerous paintings of subjects painted multiple times to emphasize sunlight’s impact. Transitioning to Post-Impressionism, artists like Cezanne sought …

Van Gogh’s emotional expression marked a departure from Impressionism, influencing Expressionism. Gauguin introduced Symbolism and Fauvism, using vibrant colors and symbolic meanings. The influence of Japanese woodcuts also shaped artists’ …

Exploring Romanticism, we encounter Francisco de Goya’s intense “The Third of May” depicting the Spanish rebellion, while Turner captures nature’s force, and Constable celebrates rural landscapes. As Romanticism wanes by …

Jean-Francois Millet’s “The Gleaners” embodies the dignity of laborers, symbolizing social ranks gleaners in sympathy. Describing an old tradition, the painting idealizes the labor movement, placing the lowest social rank …

Romanticism in art emerged in the 19th century, shifting focus to stories, contemporary events, wars, and disasters. Theodore Gericault’s monumental painting depicts a tragic event where a French Navy ship …

Modern Art redefines artistic subjects, emphasizing personal experiences, symbolism, and conceptual thinking. Neoclassicism, born in the 18th century, reflected a return to classical ideals inspired by archaeological discoveries and Enlightenment …

From 19th-century movements to modern masterpieces, we’ve explored the essence of art elements. Modern art, as exemplified by a shark in a museum, is about emotion, not realism. Elements like …