Exploring Impressionism in Art

Who is considered the founder of the Impressionist movement?

• Vincent van Gogh

• Claude Monet

• Pablo Picasso

• Leonardo da Vinci

Which of the following is a characteristic of Impressionist paintings?

• Use of dark, muted colors

• Precise, detailed brushwork

• Emphasis on light and its changing qualities

• Focus on historical and mythological subjects

Which artist painted "Impression, Sunrise," the work that inspired the name of the Impressionist movement?

• Edgar Degas

• Pierre-Auguste Renoir

• Claude Monet

• Édouard Manet

How did photography influence Impressionist artists?

• It encouraged them to focus on historical accuracy

• It led them to explore new ways of capturing light and movement

• It made them abandon painting altogether

• It had no influence on their work

Which of the following is NOT a common subject in Impressionist paintings?

• Urban scenes

• Landscapes

• Portraits

• Mythological creatures

Which Impressionist artist is known for his paintings of ballet dancers?

• Claude Monet

• Edgar Degas

• Camille Pissarro

• Alfred Sisley

What technique did Impressionist artists often use to create a sense of movement in their paintings?

• Pointillism

• Sfumato

• Short, quick brushstrokes

• Chiaroscuro

Which of the following artists was NOT part of the Impressionist movement?

• Paul Cézanne

• Mary Cassatt

• Henri Matisse

• Berthe Morisot

What was a common goal of Impressionist artists in their work?

• To depict religious themes

• To capture the effects of light and atmosphere

• To create highly detailed and realistic images

• To focus on political messages

Which Impressionist artist is known for his series of paintings of water lilies?

• Pierre-Auguste Renoir

• Claude Monet

• Édouard Manet

• Edgar Degas