Winslow Homer

Realism,Pre-Impressionism, & Pre Raphaeltes

Winslow Homer was an American landscape painter and printmaker, best known for his marine landscapes, which are among the most powerful and expressive of late 19th-century American art. Largely self-taught, Homer started his career working as a commercial illustrator. He later took up oil painting and produced major studio works characterized by the weight and density he used from the medium. He also worked extensively in watercolor, creating a fluid and prolific numbers of work, primarily capturing his working vacations.

One of these paintings which he painted during his vacation was the painting above named “The Sponge Diver”. I found this painting interesting because the subject is an African American man, which was pretty uncommon during that time. This painting uses very soft colors which gives a very peaceful and relaxed vibe.

One of my favorite paintings of his is titled “Gloucester Harbor”. I love the colors that are used and I really appreciate how Homer paints the average working citizens; it makes the paintings much more interesting.

Another favorite of mine is titled “Long Branch New Jersey”. This painting makes me feel very relaxed and really gives off the summer atmosphere.

References

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Winslow-Homer

https://www.winslow-homer.com/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winslow_Homer