Diego Velázquez, a prominent Spanish Baroque artist, often employed the technique of chiaroscuro, which utilizes strong contrasts between light and shadow to create a sense of depth and volume in his compositions. He also masterfully used composition to guide the viewer’s eye, often placing subjects in a way that creates dynamic interactions and a sense of narrative. Additionally, Velázquez frequently incorporated a realistic portrayal of textures and materials, enhancing the three-dimensionality of his figures and settings. His innovative approach to perspective and spatial arrangement further distinguished his work in the Baroque period.
Answer this question… Which of the following statements describes the paintings of French Rococo artist Antoine Watteau?
Dark background (night), strong light on the main subject.
The main inspiration for other baroque artist was Caravggio.
Poussin arranges an idealized landscape with all of the elements carefully constructed.
Annibale Carracci was said to be an inspiration to later artists of the Baroque period. Caravaggio and Barocci influenced later artists as well.
Michelangelo Buonarroti
Michelangelo Buonarroti
the baroque period
It is mainly false. Michelangelo's art is High Renaissance, but you can also feel the Baroque approaching.
Click the links below to see works by Rococo artist J-A Watteau and Baroque artist A Carracci. Each picture can be clicked to zoom.
Classical principles and styles.
Michelangelo Buonarroti