Fauvism

Q: What is the time period of Fauvism?

A: 1904-1907

Q: Who are some of the key artists associated with Fauvism?

A: Derain, Dufy, Matisse, Vlaminck

Q: What does the term "Les Fauves" mean?

A: Wild beasts

Q: Why were Fauvist artists called "Les Fauves"?

A: Because of their use of vivid colors and wild brushstrokes

Q: Which art movement influenced Fauvism's focus on pure color and emotional expression?

A: Post-Impressionism

Q: How did Fauvism differ from Impressionism in terms of their approach to nature?

A: Fauvists were opposed to Impressionist naturalism

Q: Where did Fauvist artists often paint?

A: En plein air (outdoors)

Q: What type of art influenced Fauvism and was seen as a mark of originality?

A: African art

Q: What is the name of Derain's painting from 1906?

A: London Bridge

Q: What is the name of Monet's painting from 1900 that contrasts with Derain's work?

A: Waterloo Bridge

Q: Which Fauvist artist painted "Sous Bois" in 1905?

A: Vlaminck

Q: What was Fauvism's relationship to the physical world compared to Impressionism?

A: They followed Impressionist footsteps but had a different approach

Q: What was the first avant-garde movement of the 20th century?

A: Fauvism

Q: What did Fauvism emphasize in their artwork?

A: Vivid color and emotional expression

Q: How did Fauvism use color compared to Post-Impressionism?

A: They followed Post-Impressionism's focus on color, line, and form

Q: What was the primary subject matter of Fauvist paintings?

A: Nature, but with a non-naturalistic approach

Q: What technique did Fauvist artists often use in their brushwork?

A: Wild and expressive brushstrokes

Q: How did Fauvism view the use of color in art?

A: As a tool for emotional expression rather than realism

Q: What was the critical reception of Fauvism initially?

A: Critics called them "wild beasts" due to their bold style

Q: What artistic elements did Fauvism borrow from African art?

A: Originality and bold, expressive forms