John Peter Russell (16 June 1858 – 30 April 1930) was an Australian impressionist painter. Born and raised in Sydney, Russell moved to Europe in his late teenage years to attend art school. There, he befriended fellow pupil Vincent van Gogh and, in 1886, painted the first oil portrait of the artist, now held at the Van Gogh Museum.

John Russell RA (29 March 1745 – 20 April 1806) was an English painter renowned for his portrait work in oils and pastels, and as a writer and teacher of painting techniques.

John Russell RA (29 March 1745 – 20 April 1806) was an English painter renowned for his portrait work in oils and pastels, and as a writer and teacher of painting techniques.

Discover the work of John Russell, the remarkable yet little-known Australian artist, who was active and influential within French avant-garde circles in the late 19th century.

Dec 17, 2018 · Russell proved to be a crucial influence on Henri Matisse’s development as an artist. Matisse went from creating dull paintings of grays and browns (like the painting below) to luminous paintings with vibrant colors, all due to the influence of …

Aug 10, 2018 · Russell was no Fauve but the intensity of his colour, his understanding of Impressionist theory, and his first-hand acquaintance with artists such as Toulouse-Lautrec, Van Gogh, Rodin, Monet and Matisse – to name only the biggest stars – sets him apart from every other Australian artist of the period. John Russell. ‘Vincent Van Gogh’ (1886)

Six staff members ruminate upon some of their favorite greens in the museum. Discover art by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol & more in the Art Institute's collection spanning 5,000 years of creativity.

View John Russell’s artworks on artnet. Learn about the artist and find an in-depth biography, exhibitions, original artworks, the latest news, and sold auction prices.

Welcome to my artist's website, where the timeless elegance of monochrome graphite and charcoal bring to life stunning scenes of western life and landscapes, seafaring panoramas, and figurative portrayals. Come and discover an extensive collection of my artwork, ranging from pieces available for purchase to those treasured in private collections.

John Peter Russell was an Australian impressionist painter. Born and raised in Sydney, Russell moved to Europe in his late teenage years to attend art school. There, he befriended fellow...