Feeling stuck on what to paint next? I’ve put together 10 Impressionism art ideas that are easy to try and full of color, light, and movement.
Whether you’re just starting out or love experimenting with brushes, these ideas can spark your creativity and help you create your next masterpiece. Let’s dive in and bring some beautiful, inspiring scenes to life.
01. Waves Crashing on a Sunlit Beach With Sparkling Water
A huge blue and turquoise ocean wave crashes with thick white foam. The very textured paint makes the water look energetic and real.
02. Sunlight Filtering Through a Forest in the Morning
A bright sun shines through tall trees, casting yellow light onto a forest path. Green and blue paint gives the woods a fresh, lively feel.
03. People Enjoying a Café Terrace on a Sunny Afternoon
People sit at a cafe terrace overlooking a bright blue ocean and a coastal town. Bold colors and loose strokes capture the sunny, relaxed mood.
04. Children Playing in a Park During Golden Hour
Kids walk down a sunny park path during sunset. Big trees frame the view. The bright colors and visible brushstrokes capture the feeling of a happy moment.
05. Autumn Trees With Colorful Leaves and Dappled Sunlight
This painting shows a road lined with trees full of bright yellow and red autumn leaves. Thick paint strokes give the scene texture and movement. A mountain is seen in the distance.
06. A Rainy Street Scene With Glistening Wet Pavements
Rain makes the city street shiny, reflecting the warm yellow shop lights and streetlights. Figures walk under the moody, wet sky.
07. A Field of Blooming Flowers Swaying in the Breeze
Large yellow and white flowers fill the canvas, painted with thick strokes. The background is a mix of soft blue and green, suggesting a breezy day.
08. A Calm Riverside With Reflections of Trees and Sky
Fluffy white clouds and a blue sky reflect perfectly on a calm river. Green trees and sunny yellow fields line the water’s edge.
09. A Busy City Street With Blurred Figures and Moving Carriages
Horse-drawn carriages move down a sunny city street lined with tall buildings. The painting uses light, quick strokes to show movement and a busy day.
10. A Boat Drifting on a Misty Lake at Sunrise
A red boat floats alone on a misty lake. The sky has thick, yellow and blue clouds at sunrise. Visible brushstrokes reflect in the calm water.
