Boston School (Art Movement)

The Boston School was an American art movement from the early 20th century, known for its blend of Impressionism and academic painting. Artists emphasized skilled draftsmanship, careful composition, and a focus on depicting everyday life with warm colors and a sense of intimacy. Unlike more avant-garde movements, the Boston School valued traditional techniques and realism, often portraying social scenes and landscapes. Their work combines technical mastery with a poetic, heartfelt approach, creating images that feel both accessible and refined, reflecting a uniquely American interpretation of European artistic traditions.