Edgar Degas: Impressionism with Distinction

 Like other Impressionist painters, Degas was intrigued by the challenge of capturing the effects of light, a moment in time, and was attracted to scenes of urban leisure. But his academic training, and his own preference toward realism, set him apart from his Impressionist peers.   He painted his subjects – the ballet, the races, women at their toilette - from multiple points of view, with contrasts of lighting and an emphasis on the precision of movement. Join Beth Stein as she examines the life and enduring legacy of this very unique and controversial artist.  

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