Movement Name Movement Description High Renaissance was an artistic movement that emerged in Italy in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. It emphasized the revival of classical forms and motifs, particularly from ancient Greece and Rome, and sought to create art that was harmonious, balanced, and rational. High Renaissance artists often used perspective, light and shadow, and anatomical accuracy to create realistic and lifelike images. Famous High Renaissance artists include Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.