The American Painterly Mode / American Renaissance

cosmopolitanism

 Embracing global artistic influences and cultural sophistication.
Context: Demonstrated America’s engagement with European art trends.

fresco

Painting on wet plaster so the paint becomes part of the wall.
Context: Used in public buildings to convey monumental and civic themes.

impasto

Thick application of paint creating texture.
Context: Emphasized the painterly quality of surfaces.

Japanism

Influence of Japanese art on Western composition and motifs.
Context: Incorporated by American artists to innovate and modernize painting.

painterly

Style emphasizing visible brushstrokes and fluidity.
Context: Shifted away from rigid academic approaches toward expressive surfaces.

Tonalism

Painting style using muted, harmonious colors and atmospheric effects.
Context: Evoked mood and subtle emotional content in landscapes.