ART-10 Quarter 1

MODERN ART

 Impressionism: Origins of the movement

: A Break from Past Painting Traditions
: Works of Monet, Renior, and Manet
 Post-impressionism: Works of Cezanne and Van Gogh

Submitted by:
Zcyren Aspiras
Submitted To:
Sir Edgar Carbonilla
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INTRODUCTION
In all human history, art has mirrored life in the community, society, and the world in all
its colors, lines, shapes, and forms. The same has been true in the last two centuries, with world
events and global trends being reflected in the various art movements.
Technological breakthroughs
From the industrial revolution of the late 1800s, the world zoomed into the electronic age
in the mid-1900s, then into the present cyberspace age.
Social, political, and environmental changes
Migration across the globe has allowed different cultures, languages, skills, and even
physical characteristics of different races to intermingle like never before.
Effects on the world art
The art movement of the late 19th century to the 20th century captured and expressed all
these and more. Specifically, these were the movements known as impressionism and
expressionism.

Impressionism: Origins of the movement

Impressionism was art movement that emerged in the second half of the 19th century among a
group of Paris-based artist.
A break from Past Painting Traditions
There were several areas in which impressionist artists moved away from the established
practices of art at that time.
Color of Light
The painting conventions and techniques of earlier art periods were very much concerned
with line, form, and composition
“everyday” subjects
Impressionist also began to break away from the creation of formally posed portraits and
grandiose depiction of mythical, literary, historical, or religious subject.
Painting Outdoors
the location in which impressionist painted was also different. Previously, still lifes,
portraits, and landscapes when usually painted inside a studio.
 Open Composition
Impressionist painting also moved away from the formal, structured approach to placing
and positioning their subject.
The influence of Photography
Photography was in its early stages at this time as well. As it gained popularity,
photography inspired impressionists to capture fleeting movements moments of action, whether
in landscapes or in the day-to-day lives of people.
Works of Monet, Renoir, and Manet
By the 1870s, stage was set for the emergence of the next major art movement in Europe,
impressionism.it started with a group of French painters—that include Claude Monet, Aguste
Reinor, and Eduard Manet—and eventually spread to other countries, such as Italy, Germany,
and Netherland.

Claude Monet (1840-1926)

One of the founders of the impressionist movement along with his friends Auguste
Renior, Alfred Sisley, and Frederic Bazille.

Auguste Renior (1841-1919)

Along with Claude Monet, was one of the central figures of the
impressionist movement.
Eduard Manet
Was one of the first 19th-cantury artist to depict modern-life subjects. He was a key figure
in the transition from realism to impressionism, with a number of his works considered as
marking the birth of modern art.
POST—IMPRESSIONISM: Works of Cezanne Van Gogh
After the brief yet highly influential period of impressionism, an outgrowth movement
known as post-impressionism emerged.
PAUL CEZANNE
Paul Cezanne (1839-1906) was a French artist and post -impressionist painter. His work
exemplified the transition from late 19th-century impressionism to a new and radically different
world of art in the 20th century—paving the way for the next revolutionary art movement know
as expressionism.
 VINCENT VAN GOGH
Vincent Van Gogh (1853—1890) was a post-impressionist painter from the Netherland. His
works were remarkable for their strong, heavy brush strokes, intense emotions, and colors that
appeared to almost pulsate with energy.

Pre-assessment
A. Impressionism and the Rise of Modern Art
1. was the term “impressionist” fitting for this art movement? Why do you say so?
2. From your knowledge of world history during the late 19th century, do you see a
relation between the impressionist styles and the major events of the period?
3. Do you agree that impressionism set the stage for the succeeding movements of
modern art? If so, in what ways.
4. Do you see this style reflected even in the works of today’s artists? Explain briefly.
5. Do you know of any Filipino artists who also used the impressionist style? If yes,
explain how they applied this style in their works. If not, you may want to research
on this on internet to discover something new

Activity-1
WHAT TO KNOW
1. How did the term impressionism originate? what did it mean?
2. In what country did this art movement begin, and in what period of history?
3. What was the significance of the new painting techniques used by the impressionist
artists?
4. What characteristics distinguish impressionism from the art movements of earlier
centuries? cite and briefly describe at least three of these characteristics.
5. How was the impressionist style influenced by the early stages of photography?

ACTIVITY-2
1. Name three of the most prominent artists of the impressionist movement.
2. Cite one outstanding characteristic of each of these artists.
3. Who were two of the most famous post-impressionists?
4. What new techniques or styles distinguished post-impressionism from the
earlier impressionism?
5. Identify two to three specific artworks where these techniques are
prominently seen?
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Answer the following:
For each element of art above, cite one sample work by an impressionist or post-impressionist
painter and briefly describe how this element was applied in a new way. You may use the following
sample format.
Ex.: Element: Line
Name of the artist: ___________________________
Title of work: _______________________________
How the element was applied: __________________
For each principle of art above, cite one sample work by an impressionist or post-impressionist
painter and briefly describe how this principle was applied in a new way. You may use the
following sample format:
Ex.: Rhythm/Movement
Name of artist: ______________________________
Title of work: _______________________________
How the principle was applied: _________________

ENRICHMENT
1. Which of the impressionist masters—Monet, Renoir, Manet, Cezanne,
and briefly Van Gogh—has a style that most strongly appeals to you?
Explain briefly.
2. Is there value in the learning about art movements like impressionism
that arose over a century ago, halfway around the world from us? Why
or why not?
3. On a personal level, what struck you most about the impressionist style
of art?
4. Would you want to experiment further with painting in this style?
Explain briefly.
5. Would you want to own an artwork in the impressionist style? Why or
why not?