Jacques Hupin: A Pioneer of Atmospheric Impressionism Jacques Hupin (1839 – 1914) stands as a singular figure in French art history, recognized primarily for his groundbreaking contributions to botanical illustration and his masterful depictions of landscapes imbued with an ethereal quality that foreshadowed the burgeoning Impressionist movement. Born in Paris, Hupin’s artistic journey began with a formal training at the École Supérieure des Beaux-Arts, where he honed his skills under Eugène Fromentin, a prominent naturalist and influential teacher who championed plein air painting—a techniq…