Edvard Munch

Edvard Munch's painting style is characterized by its use of bold colors, simplified forms, and expressive brushstrokes. He was influenced by the Symbolist movement, which emphasized the use of symbolism and suggestion to evoke emotional responses in the viewer.

Munch's characters hardly ever appear to be enjoying themselves. In contrast, they are frequently depicted in emotional upheaval and psychological distress. This misery serves a purpose. Munch once remarked, "In my art, I have tried to clarify life and its meaning for myself. I also intended to help others explain life for themselves ". Art, then, was used by him as a form of therapy, a way of making sense of sadness and helping others heal.

Munch's art was deeply personal and reflected his own experiences of loss and grief. His mother died of tuberculosis when he was five years old, and his sister Sophie died of the same disease when she was 15. These early tragedies had a profound impact on Munch, and his work often explored themes of death, illness, and the human condition.