Landscape photography or art is the depiction of natural scenery such as mountains, valleys, trees or forests. This can either mean it’s been man made or naturally made. The word Landscape appeared in the late 16th century where it was first introduced by Dutch painters who used it to refer to paintings of inland natural or rural scenery.

16th century

European art of the 16th century was marked by the spread of renaissance. Renaissance is a period in history and cultural movement marking the transitions from the middle ages to modernity. This took place between the 14th and 17th century, promoting the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature and art.

17th century

During the 17th century the birth of classical landscapes was born, these scenes were set in the mythic and idyllic Arcadia of Ancient Greece.

Baroque style was was very popular art in Europe during the 17th century. It first originated in Italy then spread throughout Europe adapting and changing in style as it spread through different countries and regions. Many would say the baroque style is dramatic, has energetic movement and has an expressive use of light and shadow.

18th century

Landscape painting eventually became more famous during the late 18th century along with the rise of romanticism. This quickly became a very expressive style of painting, as painters would communicate their feelings and thoughts through their brush strokes and in there style of painting. We can also see this through their emotions and how they connected to nature. they often had a religious significance.