Impressionist Artists Broke from Many of the Conventions of Traditional

question 43

Essay

Impressionist artists broke from many of the conventions of traditional art. Citing examples, identify how the broke from the past. What outside influences informed their formal elements or compositional devices?

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Definitions:

Social Releaser

A stimulus originating from one individual that triggers a social response or behavior in another individual.

Male Courtship Ritual

Involves the behaviors and activities performed by males in a species to attract a mate.

Consummatory

Relating to the completion of an action or process, such as the act of consuming food or drink.

Appetitive

Refers to behaviors or processes associated with seeking out and approaching positive or desired stimuli.