impressionism (art)

Considered by most to be one of the greatest painters of the twentieth century, Edward Hopper?s work can be found in almost every major museum, and his familiar urban images permeate pop culture in advertisements and on film. Best known for his oil paintings, the New York artist incorporated elements of both the Ashcan and the Impressionist schools of art to create his own, unique style. His favorite theme?the isolation of the individual within America?s rapidly progressing society?appears throughout his work, made all the more poignant by his original, realistic technique.

Showcases masterworks by three painters representative of the impressionist movement, including Degas, Renoir, and Cassatt, providing details about their individual styles, techniques, and subjects, and challenging viewers to identify the artist of featured paintings.

Full-color reproductions of paintings and text provide an introduction to the life, style, and techniques of French Impressionist artist Claude Monet.

Simple text and illustrations explore the life and works of impressionist painter Pierre-August Renoir.

Introduces children to the life and work of French Impressionist artist Claude Monet, discussing his style, life in poverty, and influence on world art.

Leads children through the story of Degas' life and artistic career.

Explores the life and works of impressionist painter Claude Monet.

Chronicles the events that occurred in Paris between 1863 and 1874, and explores how those events influenced the Impressionist movement and the artists that created it.

Examines the technical, stylistic, and thematic evolution of snowscapes and winter scenes in the paintings of Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Alfred Sisley, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and other Impressionist artists.

Presents information about impressionist art, including what it is, who were its important figures, and the movement's historical context.