The Hudson School of Artists

The movement known as Romanticism influenced not only literature but also art and music.  The Hudson School of Artists were an American group of artists whose work reflects many of the ideas of this movement.  Follow this link to see and respond to their work.

http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/hurs/hd_hurs.htm

Post a thoughtful response to these works of art that consider the following:

• What was the source of inspiration for these artists?
• What message do you think these artists wish to communicate with their work?
• How do these images connect or relate to the experience of Americans during the early 19th century?

Based on your reading of the introduction to The Legend of Sleepy Hollow answer the following questions...

1. What expectations did Irving's family have for him?
2. How did he feel about these expectations?
3. What life events/experiences profoundly changed Irving's life?
4. How did his exposure to European culture and ideas influence his literary work?