"The Renaissance artist wanted to be more than an anonymous craftsman in the service of God."-DVB. During the renaissance many artist developed new techniques and ideas in which enhanced art to a new level of excellence. During this time between 1400-1600, many artists experienced with the new ideas expressed during this time, one of these artists was Massacio.
On February 19th of 1426 Massacio agreed to paint an altarpiece called the Crucifixion. This painting was very vibrant and showed many new techniques developed during the renaissance. One characteristic of a renaissance painting shown was the use of shadow and light. The man who was kneeling d