The art of painting landscapes goes back thousands of years, but over time many artists have developed their own unique style. In this article we will explore 5 of the famous painters known for their mastery of landscape painting.

The Cubist art movement developed in the early 20th century and is widely regarded as the first period of modern art. Although it had its roots in the post-impressionist style, it broke many traditional rules of painting. The aim of this movement was to explore and emphasise the concept of form and volume.

During his lifetime, Hodler achieved fame with his realistic landscape and portrait works, but it was his Symbolist works that set him apart from other artists. From 1893 to 1915, Hodler created a large number of what he called "harmonies", a series of paintings exploring the human form and the human spirit.

Exploring the art of painting through the various art movements over the centuries is both fascinating and instructive. Within each movement, painters have explored various themes, approaches and techniques that have defined their individual styles and the evolution of art history.

A painting depicting a portrait can have an incredible impact because of the strong expressions and individual characteristics of the subject. This connection between the artist and their depiction of a single person in paint can often result in captivating works of art.