John Peter Russell
1858–1930 · Australian · 12 artworks
ImpressionismPost-Impressionismbroken colorimpastoplein air paintingvibrant color palettesbold brushstrokes
artist bio
John Peter Russell was an Australian Impressionist painter who spent most of his career in Europe. He is known for his vibrant color palette and his close friendships with artists like Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet, influencing the development of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism.
what you'll learn
Studying Russell's work allows students to explore the use of color to capture light and atmosphere, and to understand the transition from Impressionism to Post-Impressionism. Students can also learn about portraiture and landscape painting techniques.
related: Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Alfred Sisley
12 artworks
In the morning, Alpes Maritimes from Antibes
1891
difficulty
Mon ami 'Polite
1900
difficulty
Vincent van Gogh
1886
difficulty
Peonies and head of a woman
1887
difficulty
Stormy Sky and Sea, Belle Ile, off Brittany
1890
difficulty
A Clearing in the Forest
1891
difficulty
Rough sea, Morestil
1900
difficulty
Madame Sisley on the banks of the Loing at Moret
1887
difficulty
Dr Will Maloney
1887
difficulty
In the afternoon
1891
difficulty
La Pointe de Morestil par mer calme
1901
difficulty
Almond tree in blossom
1887
difficulty