Impressionism Flashcards
What is positivism?
The idea that impressionist work is subjective
Define ocular centric
Revolving around natural vision
Who invented the color wheel?
Isaac Newton
What invention helped painters paint outside?
Tube paint
What is affective individualism?
The idea that the individual and the family are important. Art shows domestic privacy. Self-realization is best achieved within a family/small group of friends
What did Delacroix notice?
That shadows weren’t black
How was Impressionism a scientific approach to art?
They knew the eye would mix colors automatically so they used broken color. They also had a scientific approach to light.
Who is known for pointillism?
Georges Seurat (painted piece in aic)
What is degas known for?
Dancers. Trying to bring women into group
