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Henri
Matisse is often regarded as one of the most
important French painters of the 20th century.
Early in his career, he was the leader of the
Fauvist (meaning Wild Beasts) Movement, a painting
style which focused on pure colors used in an
aggressive and direct manner.
His style changed many times over the years,
but he never gave up his art. Matisse continued
creating even into his 80's, when cancer had
taken over his body. This was the time when
he created the papercuttings that he is perhaps
best known for. Matisse understood perfectly
the relationship between color and shape, a
talent which rightfully earned him the name
"Master of Color."
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