The Renaissance was characterized by a rebirth of interest in classical culture and Greek and Roman ideas. Art forms that emerged during this period included sculptures like Michelangelo's David, murals like his work in the Sistine Chapel, drawings by Da Vinci, and paintings such as Botticelli's Birth of Venus. These works featured realistic depictions of people and nature, with perfect bodies, active movement, and accurate use of perspective and lighting.

1. The Renaissance

2. The Renaissance
• Characterized by:
• Rebirth of interest in Classical culture
• Rediscovered Greek & Roman Ideas
and combined them w/ new ideas

3. The Renaissance
• Forms of art:
• Sculptures
The David -
Michelangelo

4. The Renaissance
• Forms of art:
• Murals
Sistine Chapel -
Michelangelo

5. The Renaissance
• Forms of art:
• Drawings
Da Vinci Drawings

6. The Renaissance
• Forms of art:
• Paintings
Birth of Venus
- Botticelli

7. The Renaissance
• Purposes:
• To show the importance of people
and nature, not just religion.

8. The Renaissance
• Characteristics:
• Religious & nonreligious scenes
• Figures are perfect
• Bodies are active & moving
• Nude or clothed

9. The Renaissance
• Characteristics:
• Full deep backgrouds w/
perspective
• Paintings are balanced on both
sides

10. The Renaissance
• Characteristics:
• Real people doing everyday things
• Facial expressions
• Colors respond to the light the falls
upon them (shadows etc)
• Interest in nature & natural detail
(background)