Western European painting

Western European painting is a tradition spanning from the Middle Ages to modern times, characterized by evolving styles and techniques. It includes influential periods like the Renaissance, known for realism and perspective; Baroque, marked by dramatic lighting; and Impressionism, emphasizing light and color. Artists used mediums such as oil paints on canvas to express religious themes, portraiture, landscapes, and everyday life. Over centuries, Western European painters advanced artistic ideas, reflecting cultural, spiritual, and social shifts, shaping the development of art as we know it today.