Joaquín Sorolla
Joaquín Sorolla (1863-1923) was a Spanish painter known for his vibrant, light-filled depictions of landscapes, seascapes, and people. He was particularly renowned for his paintings of beaches and scenes of everyday life in his native Valencia, as well as his portraits of Spanish royalty and other prominent figures of his time.
Sorolla's style was characterized by his use of bright colors and loose brushwork, which conveyed a sense of movement and vitality. He was heavily influenced by Impressionism and was considered one of the leading Spanish Impressionist painters of his time.
Sorolla received numerous awards and accolades during his career, including a gold medal at the Universal Exposition in Paris in 1900. Today, his works are held in collections around the world, including the Museo Sorolla in Madrid, which was his former home and studio.