Romanticism

Romanticism is a movement that emphasizes emotion, nature, and the person. As a movement it followed the late 18th century, and Romantic artists often painted dramatic landscapes, strong emotions, and powerful events. Among famous artists, J.M.W. Turner and Caspar David Friedrich are known for their sweeping skies and emotional depth. Romantic art is all about feeling: either in awe of the beauty of nature or a struggle of human passion. The portfolio is supposed to epitomize this raw emotion and greatness of the Romantic era, reaching deep inside the viewer.