Andres de Santa Maria

Andres de Santa Maria (December 16, 1860 – April 29, 1945) was a Spanish painter known for his use of bold colors and expressive brushstrokes. He is noted for his portraits, still lifes, and genre scenes that often depict the everyday lives of ordinary people. His paintings are characterized by a sense of immediacy and emotional intensity, reflecting the influences of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Santa Maria's works are often characterized by their use of warm, earthy colors, a technique that contributes to the sense of intimacy and authenticity that pervades his paintings.