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Impressionism
A 19th-century art movement that originated in Paris, characterized by small, visible brush strokes and a focus on light.
En plein air
A French term meaning 'in the open air', referring to the act of painting outdoors to capture natural light.
Claude Monet
A leading figure of Impressionism known for works like 'Impression, Sunrise' which gave the movement its name.
Société Anonyme Coopérative des Artistes Peintres, Sculpteurs, Graveurs
The cooperative association of painters, sculptors, and engravers formed by Impressionists to exhibit independently.
Salon des Refusés
An alternative exhibition established by Emperor Napoleon III for artworks rejected by the traditional Salon.
Optical mixing
A technique used by Impressionists where colors are placed side by side, creating a vibrant surface as the viewer's eye blends them.
Plein air painting
A painting style developed by Impressionists that involves working outdoors to capture light and atmosphere.
Post-Impressionism
An art movement that emerged in the late 19th century building on Impressionism but emphasizing more personal expression.
Berthe Morisot
One of the leading female Impressionists, known for her works depicting domestic life.
Vincent van Gogh
A Post-Impressionist artist known for his expressive use of color and emotive brushwork.
Japonism
A term describing the influence of Japanese art and aesthetics on Western art, particularly in the 19th century.
Impressionist music
A movement in music inspired by Impressionist art, characterized by atmosphere and subtlety over emotional excess.
Optical effects
In Impressionism, the use of light and color to create visual nuances, especially in depicting natural scenes.
Alfred Sisley
A British-born French Impressionist painter known for his landscape works.
Mary Cassatt
An American painter and Printmaker, and one of the leading female figures in the Impressionist movement.
Eugène Boudin
A French painter recognized for his influence on Claude Monet and his focus on outdoor painting.