Impressionism and Expressionism are the times where the names of movements in the art world actually describe what they mean. However, both terms differ from each other. Impressionism is a movement in art that focuses on light and picturing the outside landscape, buildings, and people. It is also characterized by visible brush strokes. On the other hand, expressionism is a movement in art which is a unique expression of an artist's inner vision, with an emotional side to it. It is often characterized by the use of color as an emotional tool. Lydia Leaning on Her Arms in a Theatre Box by Mary Cassatt serves a good example of impressionism. The technique of the quick and sweeping brush strokes, capture the moment of the girl leaning forward
