One of the greatest American artists of the 19th century was fascinated by Photography, a technology that was still in its infancy during his lifetime. Because of this, Thomas Eakins (1844-1916) incorporated an extreme sense of Realism in his works which makes them resemble actual photographs. This in combination with the fact that he was …
Thomas Eakins Paintings
The life of one of the most renowned American artists in history could have taken a different turn in the 1860s if he had completed his medical education. Instead, Thomas Eakins (1844-1916) chose to travel to Paris to pursue an art education which he completed between 1866 and 1870. Unfazed by the ideals of the …
When one of the most famous American artists in history witnessed a radically new medical procedure in the 19th century, he accurately depicted the scene. Thomas Eakins (1844-1916) was a Realism artist who incorporated his intense interest in photography into fascinating Realism paintings. In this article, you’ll discover some of the most interesting facts about …