Art Smart: Gainsborough's The Blue Boy

In the 18th century, artists Thomas Gainsborough and Sir Joshua Reynolds were rivals. Reynolds believed portraits should use warm colors, while Gainsborough challenged this by creating 'The Blue Boy', a masterpiece using blue as a dominant color. This painting is now considered one of the world's greatest, showcasing Gainsborough's defiance and innovation in art.

What was the primary reason for creating some paintings according to the introduction?

• To sell in the market

• To win an argument

• To practice new techniques

• To decorate homes

Who were the two rival artists mentioned in the video?

• Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir

• Thomas Gainsborough and Sir Joshua Reynolds

• Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo

• Vincent van Gogh and Paul Gauguin

According to Sir Joshua Reynolds, which colors should be the main focus in a portrait?

• Pastel colors like pink and lavender

• Neutral colors like gray and white

• Cool colors like blue and green

• Warm colors like red and yellow

What was the name of the painting Gainsborough created to challenge Reynolds' views?

• The Green Lady

• The Yellow Man

• The Blue Boy

• The Red Girl

How did Gainsborough's painting affect Sir Joshua Reynolds?

• It inspired him to paint more

• It made him famous

• It led to a collaboration

• It possibly embarrassed him