The early impressionists broke the rules of traditional academic painting, opting for loose brush strokes instead of details and concentrating on light and atmosphere instead of rigid structure. It was considered a revolutionary technique and often the subject matter pushed the acceptable boundaries politically, socially and culturally. On this tour, we will see how impressionism evolved and how it was ultimately accepted into the art world. Your guide will show you what to look for as we compare and contrast the artworks of Turner , Millet,  Manet, Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh and Cezanne