Impressionism was an art movement that emerged in the late 19th century in France. It is characterized by visible brush strokes, an emphasis on light and its changing qualities, ordinary subject matter depicted in a unique way, and the use of color to capture the transient effects of light. Impressionist artists often painted outdoors to capture the fleeting moments of everyday life and nature. Some famous Impressionist painters include Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
