ImpressionismImpressionist sunsets aimed to capture the fleeting, sensory experience of a sunset by prioritizing light, color, and atmosphere over realistic detail. Using broken brushstrokes and working quickly outdoors, they sought to convey their personal impression of the moment, not a photographic representation.Impressionists focused on capturing the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere, making sunsets a favorite subject.They sought to convey their impression of the sunset, prioritizing feeling over realistic depiction.Emphasis was placed on capturing light and color using pure, unmixed colors and short brushstrokes.Impressionists worked quickly en plein air to directly observe the rapidly changing sunset.Subjective experience was key, prioritizing feeling and atmosphere over precise detail.Broken brushstrokes created a sense of movement and energy, mimicking flickering light.Impressionist sunsets often lack sharp outlines, focusing on the overall effect of light and color.The goal was to create a sensory experience, transporting the viewer to that specific moment.