Tickets for the Impressionist Pissarro Exhibition, "Mit offenem Blick," at the Museum Barberini, available in groups of three at a cost of two each
Competition Announcement: Showcase Your Artistic Talent Inspired by Camille Pissarro
We are thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for artists to showcase their talents! Our website is hosting a competition in honour of the legendary Camille Pissarro, a founding figure of the Impressionist movement in France.
Camille Pissarro, born on July 10, 1830, in St. Thomas, then part of the Danish West Indies, was a central figure in both Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. He is renowned for his commitment to portraying ordinary people and rural landscapes with natural light effects, using loose brushwork and vibrant color to capture transitory moments – a hallmark of Impressionism. Unlike some contemporaries who focused on urban scenes, Pissarro preferred rural subjects, emphasizing the effects of light and atmosphere.
To participate in this exciting competition, artists must email their full name with the subject line "Pissarro" to [insert email address]. The deadline for entries is 6/8 (00:00). It is important to note that this competition is not related to Camille Pissarro's artistic beginnings in the Caribbean and South America, his painterly interests, sympathies, motifs, or the subjects of his paintings. Nor is it connected to the charm revealed in Pissarro's carefully observed details and harmonies, or any anarchist sentiments expressed by the artist.
The prize for winning this competition has not been specified. We encourage you to let your creativity flow and create a piece that embodies the spirit and innovation of Camille Pissarro. Remember, the subject matter can be anything that inspires you, from landscapes, gardens, rural life, urban motifs like Normandy harbors, bustling Paris streets, to any other subject that resonates with you.
Pissarro's artistic journey was marked by mentorship and collaboration. He was a mentor and father figure to many prominent artists, including Paul Cézanne, Paul Gauguin, and Vincent van Gogh. We hope that this competition will foster similar connections and inspire a new generation of artists.
We look forward to seeing the diverse and inspiring entries that this competition will undoubtedly generate. Good luck, and happy painting!
[1] Tate. (n.d.). Camille Pissarro. [online] Available at: https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/camille-pissarro-177-1897 [2] The Metropolitan Museum of Art. (n.d.). Camille Pissarro. [online] Available at: https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/artists/piss/ [3] The National Gallery. (n.d.). Camille Pissarro. [online] Available at: https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/artists/camille-pissarro
- Exhibit your creatively inspired artwork in our home-and-garden category, inspired by the Impressionist master Camille Pissarro.
- Connect with fellow artists and set off on an exciting artistic journey, much like Camille Pissarro's legendary lifestyles and collaborations, as you compete in our home-and-garden themed contest.
