How did the Impressionism art period influence the Post Impressionism period
Robert Perfili
Western Governors University

How did the Impressionism art period influence the Post Impressionism period.
The approach to impressionism art evolved in France during the late 19th century. It was considered the most famous French painting movement ever. Prior to the Impressionist art period France was in turmoil due to the instability of government. It saw different forms of government rise and overtake others between the end of King Louis XVI in 1789 and the overthrow in 1851 of Napoleons vast empire which came to an end in 1870. At this time, France fell to Prussia and was governed by the Third Republic (Hammerstingl, 1998, 1999).
Besides government turmoil, religions were faced with scientific advancements that questioned the origins of ancient scripture. The industrial expansion was beginning to take shape. Society as a whole was beginning to change. People during this century were very prejudiced against changes and fresh ideas. Especially those in influential positions like religious leaders and government officials. As a result, the Impressionist movement suffered because of this narrow minded thinking. This period was coming into view when society was on the verge of big changes. New inventions, the Industrial Revolution and the desire to separate from Romanticism were all factors inspiring the Impressionist movement. Even with all this exciting change, it was still difficult for impressionist artists to gain recognition. French art was deeply ingrained with tradition and the art world was rich with conservative approaches (Callen, 1982).
Still, Impressionist painters broke away from many artistic traditions of the past and employed their own influence by using more natural methods of light and capturing whatever reaction they witnessed