Pierre-Auguste Renoir Quotes

A collection of quotes by Pierre-Auguste Renoir.

Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) was a French artist and leading figure of the Impressionist movement. Born in Limoges, France, he began his career as a porcelain painter. Renoir's distinctive style, characterized by vibrant colors and soft brushstrokes, captured scenes of everyday life with a focus on the beauty of light and atmosphere. His subjects ranged from landscapes and still lifes to portraits and intimate social scenes. Renoir's artistic exploration extended beyond painting, as he also experimented with sculpture. Despite suffering from severe arthritis later in life, he continued to create masterpieces until his death.

To my mind, a picture should be something pleasant, cheerful

To my mind, a picture should be something pleasant, cheerful, and pretty, yes pretty! There are too many unpleasant things in life as it is without creating still more of them.

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

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