Vilhelms Purvitis

artist bio

Vilhelms Purvītis was a Latvian landscape painter and educator. He is considered one of the most important figures in Latvian art history, known for his atmospheric and evocative depictions of the Latvian landscape, particularly its seasonal changes.

what you'll learn

Studying Purvītis' work allows students to understand the application of Impressionistic techniques to capture the unique light and atmosphere of the Baltic landscape. Students can also learn about the fusion of Impressionism with Art Nouveau elements.