Michelangelo – His “Last Judgment” is replete with dark, dramatic imagery.
Caravaggio – Utilized dramatic contrasts of light and shadow to evoke intense emotional experiences.
John Tenniel – Best known for his illustrations for Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” and “Through the Looking-Glass,” Tenniel’s detailed pen-and-ink drawings are reminiscent of Doré’s style.
Artemisia Gentileschi – A follower of Caravaggio, she adopted his use of chiaroscuro and
Gerrit van Honthorst – A Dutch painter who was heavily influenced by Caravaggio during his stay in Italy. He became known for his use of strong chiaroscuro and nighttime scenes illuminated by artificial light.
Hieronymus Bosch – Known for his fantastical and nightmarish imagery.
Henry Fuseli – Known for his dramatic and supernatural subjects.
Jusepe de Ribera– A Spanish painter who lived in Italy and adopted Caravaggio’s dramatic lighting and realistic, often stark, depictions of human subjects.
James Ensor – Belgian painter known for his eerie masks and skeletons.
Francisco de Zurbarán – His works often include stark religious themes with a dark tone.
Arnold Böcklin – Known for his moody and mythological scenes.
Edvard Munch – Famous for “The Scream,” his works often explore angst and existential dread.
Max Klinger – A symbolist who explored dreams and fantasies.
Félicien Rops – Known for his erotic and often demonic illustrations.
Gustav Klimt – Some of his works delve into the darker, more sensual aspects of human experience.
Egon Schiele – His raw, emotional style often conveys a sense of despair and turmoil.
Albrecht Dürer – Medieval artist known for his woodcuts of religious and apocalyptic scenes.
John Martin – Known for his vast, apocalyptic landscapes.
Salvador Dalí – While known for surrealism, some of his works venture into nightmarish landscapes.
