Abstract Art Realism

Learning about different art styles, seeing what painters have created

Part of the joy of painting in the 21st century is the range of art styles to choose from. The late 19th century and 20th century saw artists make huge leaps in painting styles, influenced by technology, such as the invention of the metal paint tube and photography, as well as changes in social conventions, politics and philosophy, along with major world events.

This list outlines many of the major art styles from the most realistic to the least. Learning about different art styles, seeing what painters have created, and trying different approaches is all part of the journey of developing your own painting style. Although you won't be part of the original movement.

- a group of artists who generally shared the same painting style and ideas during a specific time in history.

- you can still paint in the style they used as you experiment with and nurture your own.