Expressionism

Expressionism is an early 20th-century art movement that emphasizes emotional intensity over physical realism. Rather than accurately representing the external world, Expressionist artists sought to convey inner feelings, psychological states, and raw human experience through exaggerated forms, bold colors, and distorted perspectives.

Originating in Germany with groups like Die Brücke and Der Blaue Reiter, Expressionism spans painting, film, theater, and literature. Its visuals often feel chaotic, moody, or visceral, using intense brushwork and dramatic contrasts to evoke anxiety, alienation, passion, or spiritual longing.

In both traditional and AI-generated art, Expressionism invites a deeply personal response, making it ideal for works that explore the unfiltered emotional core of the human condition. It’s less about what you see, and more about what you feel.