Berthe Morisot Archives

A Closer Look at Woman at Her Toilette by Berthe Morisot

February 3, 2023August 5, 2022 by Dan Scott 38 Comments

Let’s take a closer look at Woman at Her Toilette by Berthe Morisot. This is Impressionism at its best with fleeting brushwork and soft colors woven together in harmony. I’ll cover: Focal Point and Secondary Points of Interest The focal point is, of course, the woman at her toilette. She’s positioned in a prominent spot … Read more

Berthe Morisot – Key Facts, Fleeting Brushwork, and Strong Fundamentals

August 12, 2022February 29, 2020 by Dan Scott 41 Comments

“Real painters understand with a brush in their hand”. Berthe Morisot Berthe Morisot (1841-1895) was a remarkable Impressionist painter known for her soft touch and pastel colors. In this post, I take a closer look at her life and work. I cover: Key Facts and Ideas She had no formal art education. At the time, … Read more