Movement Name Movement Description Impressionism is an art movement that originated in the late 19th century in France, characterized by visible brushstrokes, light and color, outdoor scenes, and fleeting moments. Impressionist artists focused on capturing the atmosphere and mood of a scene rather than precise details. Key figures in the Impressionist movement include Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Edgar Degas. Impressionism represented a shift away from the rigid academic traditions of the time, and its emphasis on light, color, and the transient nature of experience paved the way for later art movements such as Post-Impressionism and Expressionism.