Claude Monet Falaise a Varengeville Painting

Claude Monet: The Founder of Impressionism

Claude Monet (1840-1926) was a French painter and one of the founders of the Impressionist movement, who revolutionized the art world with his innovative approach to light and color. Monet's work is characterized by his ability to capture the changing effects of light on the landscape, often painted en plein air (in the open air). His most famous works, such as the “Water Lilies” series, “Impression, Sunrise,” and the paintings of the Japanese Bridge in his garden at Giverny, demonstrate his masterful use of color and light to capture fleeting moments. Monet's dedication to painting the same scene under different lighting conditions led to an in-depth study of nature and its seasonal changes. His work has had a lasting impact on the art world and is still admired for its beauty and technical virtuosity.