Embracing Happy Scenes and Innovations in Impressionist Paintings

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The Impressionists deliberately avoid depicting somber war themes in their paintings, focusing instead on happy scenes of modern life. Their use of vibrant landscapes painted outdoors was facilitated by the innovation of portable paint tubes, which was revolutionary at the time. They embraced bold brush strokes as a reaction to the recent invention of photography, aiming not to replicate its clarity but to showcase the distinctiveness of their work.

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