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The video explores the evolution of Impressionism from the 1874 exhibition in Paris to influencing artists worldwide, including the United States, Latin America, Mexico, and Cuba. It delves into how impressionist brushstrokes reflect artists' inner lives, featuring notable figures like Monet, Degas, Renoir, Van Gogh, Winslow Homer, and Childe Hassam. The discussion extends to Post-Impressionism, with Henri Matisse's anti-Impressionism approach and the ongoing influence of impressionist elements on contemporary painters like Fernando Botero and Samuel Buri. The video emphasizes the shift towards visual autonomy and independence in art and the continued relevance of impressionist styles across different countries.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on the 1874 impressionist exhibition in Paris, marking the start of modern art. Well-known impressionists like Monet and Degas rejected academic rules, emphasizing construction and modulation in art. Monet’s water lilies series from 1906 to 1926 signifies a shift towards visual autonomy and independence in art, paving the way for contemporary trends to embrace freedom and disorganization in painting.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the evolution of Impressionism in the art world. Various artists like Renoir, Degas, Van Gogh, Berthe Morisot, Seurat, and Pissarro are mentioned for their unique approaches to brushstroke and motif. The spread of Impressionism to the United States and Latin America is emphasized, noting that while French Impressionists made the motif disappear, American and Latin American artists maintained the importance of the motif, keeping a connection to reality. Specific American artists such as Winslow Homer and Childe Hassam are highlighted for their use of Impressionism to lighten their paintings and depict scenes with a focus on nature. Post-Impressionists like Henri-Edmond Cross are also briefly mentioned for their exploration of themes like the sea and rivers.
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In this segment of the video, various artists and their unique approaches to using impressionist brushstrokes are discussed. Artists like Soroya, Alfredo Helsby, Pedro Lira, and others from different countries are highlighted for their distinct styles in painting landscapes with lively brushstrokes. Particularly, Mexican artist Joaquín Clausell is noted as one of the most important for his extraordinary work in the Sochimilco channels. The segment also mentions other artists like Amica SAT, Armando Baloni, and Armando Reverón, the latter being likened to a tropical Gogan for his unique style. Additionally, Fidelio Ponce and René Portocarrero are recognized for their contributions to Cuban art with their distinct visions.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses how the freedom of the impressionist brushstroke reflects the inner life of artists. They contrast the discourse of the inner life, characterized by subjectivity, with the symbolic discourse that requires rational proof. Artists like Pier Bonar in the 1930s are described as heirs of impressionism for their bold and original landscapes. Other artists mentioned include Oscar Edard Pardon, Oscar Kokoska, and Americans like Morce Prendergast and Mary Chase, who showcase original impressionistic styles. The introduction of modernity in art, such as the cityscapes depicted by Chil Hassam in 1917, is also highlighted. Lastly, the mention of Andrés de Santa María as a Colombian painter blending impressionism and expressionism with extraordinary chromatic force is made.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on the artist Pedro Figari and his blend of impressionism and expressionism in his work. Figari’s themes include memories of his city and colonial scenes, depicted with bright colors and carnival-like atmospheres. The influence of French artists Bonar and Buyar, linked to intimacy and memory, is highlighted, along with their connection to literature and philosophy. The concept of color field, exemplified in works like the red study, is discussed as a key element in Figari’s art. The video also touches on the idea of simultaneous states of consciousness and its impact on artistic expression.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses various artists and their styles influenced by cut-out color fields, including Amelia Peláez from Cuba, Milton Avery from America, and Sten Pa. The segment also mentions a Uruguayan lawyer turned painter who created imaginary landscapes of colonial Montevideo, emphasizing the importance of memory in painting. The concept of touch in painting is explored through Dr. Atle from Mexico, Ignacio Gómez Jaramillo from Colombia, Emily Carr from Canada, Raúl Elas Reyes from El Salvador, and Rosa Hausler from Puerto Rico, all benefiting from impressionism in their landscapes. Botero’s use of the impressionist touch in his works, specifically the famous painting of Yoconda at the age of 12 in 1959, is also highlighted.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on Post-Impressionism, particularly the anti-Impressionism approach proposed by French artist Henri Matisse. Matisse’s art emphasizes a field of color that is sensual and confident, contrasting with pointillism and division. The discussion highlights how impressionist elements, such as loose brushstrokes expressing freedom and happiness, continue to influence contemporary painters like Fernando Botero and Samuel Buri.