Henri Matisse

Have you heard of Henri Matisse?

He was regarded as one of the greatest colourists of the 20th century. Although he started his career in law he discovered a passion for painting while recuperating from illness. His expressive use of intense colourisation and form was revolutionary. He believed that "colour is the first element in painting" and that an artist doesn't have to paint colour literally but to use it as an expression of emotion. As a leading figure in modern art, his legacy of works of bold, dynamic and joyful colour has influenced generations of artists.