The first part of this slideshow includes a brief introduction to the art impressionism, post-impressionists and expressionism, and a timeline to provide some context. The second part includes photos of how to experiment with the styles and a step-by-step plan on how to paint a traveler’s palm. The brief introduction context and timeline are followed by images and descriptions of the life and work of: impresionists: Camille Pissaro and Claude Monet post-impressionist: Vincent Van Gogh Expressionists Edvard Munch, Emil Nolde, and Brazillian artist Anita Malfatti The second part focuses on acrylic painting skills with instructions on how to experiment with the abovementioned styles and commonly used topics. I took photos while painting a travelers palm, to create step-by-step slides on how to sketch, prepare a canvas with a washover, paint, add light to simulate volume etc.