Correct pronunciation of artist's name
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Claude Monet (1840-1926) is often known as the father of Impressionism. Monet's style of soft, often pastel paintings were studies in light and color. Monet often painted the same scene at different times of the day as well as different times of the year. He is known for is famous paintings of Waterlou Bridge, Waterlilies, his wife, and his garden at Giverney. |
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The painting "Impression Sunrise" was
first shown in a group show. The show was in Paris in 1874.
The painting was attacked by critics as being too fuzzy or out of
focus. One critic by the name of Louis Leroy said of the
painting: "wallpaper in its embryonic state is more
finishes."
The painting shows two boats and the industrial city in the background. Notice how uneven the brushstrokes are and how soft the colors are. Also notice the reflection of the sun in the water. Monet was extremely interested in reflection and especially water. |
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