Henri matisse biography timeline for kids

Matisse had been inspired by the technique of pointillism as practiced by Georges Seurat and Paul Signac at the turn of the century.

However, in 1905, he spent the summer months at a small fishing village on the Mediterranean in France called Collioure, with André Derain.

Henri matisse biography timeline for kids

Here, under bright sunlight and vibrant landscape, he begins experimenting with simplifying forms, applying spontaneous brushstrokes in an array of intense complementary colors. His work in the early 1900s is all about bold expressive colors with a particular focus on line and perspective.

1900: Matisse’s second son, Pierre, is born. Despite his fame, his financial situation is dire.

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He accepts work on the decoration of the Grand Palais, which is built to extend part of the new Exposition Universelle situated in the Champs-Élysées quarter. Matisse’s wife Amelie opens up a boutique to support the household financially.

1901: Matisse presents his work f