Karl Schmidt-Rottluff

artist bio

Karl Schmidt-Rottluff was a German Expressionist painter and printmaker, and one of the four founding members of the artist group Die Brücke. His work is characterized by bold colors, simplified forms, and a raw emotional intensity, contributing significantly to the development of Expressionism.

what you'll learn

Studying Schmidt-Rottluff's work allows students to explore the use of color and form to convey emotion and understand the principles of Expressionist art. Students can also learn about the role of artist groups in shaping modern art movements.