Caravaggio

Caravaggio's style was a revolutionary Caravagg-impact, defined by dramatic realism and stark contrasts. Key characteristics included:

• Tenebrism: Intense dark backgrounds with spotlighting, creating high drama.
• Realism: Depiction of ordinary people as religious figures, complete with imperfections.
• Emotional Intensity: Raw and visceral portrayals of human emotion.
• Dramatic Compositions: Dynamic scenes with figures often close to the picture plane, pulling the viewer in.

His themes often revolved around:

• Religious scenes portrayed with earthy humanity.
• Violence and Martyrdom.
• Everyday life elevated to dramatic heights.