Morning Haze 1888

Claude Monet created "Morning Haze" using oil on canvas. In it, we see nature filtered through an atmospheric veil, a hallmark of Impressionism. Monet embraced the readymade materials of his era: industrially produced paints, available in tubes, allowed him to paint outdoors, capturing fleeting moments directly. These paints had a material impact on his work; the colors are vibrant, capturing the nuances of light and shadow in the landscape. Notice the textured surface, built up through layers of brushstrokes, which creates a shimmering effect, as if the canvas itself is alive with light. The way Monet handled paint elevated his status and his profession. His labor and skill transformed ordinary materials into art, blurring the lines between craft and fine art. By emphasizing process and the sensory experience of the modern world, Monet redefined what painting could be, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of the everyday.