Henry Martin: Cornish Impressionist and Pointillist Pioneer Henry Jean Guillaume Martin (1883 – 1964) was a British painter who achieved international acclaim for his distinctive style blending Impressionism and Pointillisme—a technique pioneered by Georges Seurat. Born in Paris, France, Martin’s artistic journey began with early training in watercolor and drawing before gravitating towards landscape painting, particularly the rugged beauty of Cornwall, England. His lifelong fascination with Cornish scenery would become a cornerstone of his oeuvre, informing countless canvases that capture t…