Camille Pissarro was born on 10 July 1830 on the island of St Thomas in the Danish West Indies. Considered one of the founders of Impressionism, Pissarro’s artistic career was marked by innovation and the search for new ways of representing light and nature.

In 1855, he moved to Paris, where he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts and became involved with other artists, including Claude Monet and Paul Cézanne. Pissarro is known for his rural and urban landscapes, often depicting everyday life and the social changes of the time. His loose brushstroke technique and use of vibrant colours were fundamental to the development of Impressionism.

He was a mentor to many young artists, encouraging collaboration and the exchange of ideas. Pissarro took part in several Impressionist exhibitions and, despite some financial difficulties and criticism, his work was progressively recognised.

He died on 13 November 1903 in Paris. Today, Camille Pissarro is celebrated as one of the masters of Impressionism. And his works are appreciated for their emotional depth and for capturing the spirit of the time.