Edgar Degas Ballerina Blu

Edgar Degas Ballerina Blu

Subject: The subject of the work is a ballerina named Blu.

Drawing Technique: The drawing technique used in this artwork is pastel on paper.

Story: This artwork depicts a ballerina called Blu during her performance. It showcases the grace and elegance of ballet dancers.

Colors:The colors used in this piece are soft and delicate, predominantly shades of blue to represent tranquility and harmony.

Type of paint used: Pastel paints were utilized for creating texture and blending various hues together smoothly on paper.

Style

About Edgar Degas' Art Movement Style Used in This Work:
- Edgar Degas was associated with Impressionism, an art movement that aimed to capture fleeting moments using vibrant brushstrokes and natural light. - However, while primarily identified as an Impressionist artist, he also incorporated elements of Realism into his works by capturing scenes from everyday life with great detail. - In this particular piece, although executed with pastels which give it a more impressionistic quality due to their softness and blurred edges, one can still observe Degas' attention to realistic details such as facial expressions and posture. Overall, Edgar Degas masterfully blended elements from different styles throughout his career resulting in unique artworks like "Ballerina Blu."