Claude Monet

Claude Monet (1840-1926) was a French painter who is best known for his Impressionist works. Monet's paintings are characterized by their loose brushstrokes, vibrant colors, and focus on capturing the effects of light and atmosphere. He often painted landscapes, particularly water lilies and the French countryside, and was fascinated by the way light changed the appearance of his subjects throughout the day. His work had a major influence on the development of Impressionism, a movement that sought to capture the fleeting moments of everyday life. His iconic works include "Impression, soleil levant" and the series of "Water Lilies" paintings.