Abstract Art

Definition of Abstract Art as it relates to Art, Post-Impressionist, Henri Matisse

Post-Impressionism is an art movement originating in France around 1886, as a reaction against Impressionism's focus on capturing fleeting moments and natural light. This style emphasizes personal expression, symbolic content, and a heightened emotional impact. Its artists often used vivid colors, bold outlines, and abstracted forms to create dynamic compositions, exploring new techniques such as pointillism, exemplified by Georges Seurat's work. Post-Impressionists sought to convey their unique perceptions of reality, rather than merely reproducing visual appearances.

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