About Impressionist paintings ? Impressionist paintings are a type of painting that depict scenes of nature and cityscapes using loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors to capture the effect of light and movement. They emerged in France in the late 19th century as a response to the then-dominant academic style of painting. Impressionist paintings are characterized by their focus on light, color, and movement, often depicting landscapes, cityscapes, and scenes of modern life. They were painted quickly, often in one sitting, and were meant to capture the impression of a scene or a moment in time, hence the name "Impressionism." Some of the most famous Impressionist artists include Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Monet's paintings of water lilies, haystacks and rouen cathedral, are some of the most iconic examples of Impressionism. Degas's paintings of dancers, horse races and café scenes, are also famous for their dynamic compositions and vivid color
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