"American Impressionism" (art movement)

American Impressionism is an art movement from the late 19th to early 20th century that adapted the French Impressionist style. Artists focused on capturing moments of everyday life, using loose brushwork and vibrant colors to convey the effects of light and atmosphere. Unlike the more formal academic art of the time, American Impressionists sought to depict scenes realistically yet with an emphasis on personal perception and mood. Key artists like Childe Hassam and Mary Cassatt emphasized outdoor landscapes, urban scenes, and social life, blending realism with artistic expression to create lively, evocative images of American life.