Paintings from centuries ago, have gained tremendous amounts of praise and attention based on specific elements the artist has incorporated into their work. People come from all over to crowd around the timeless paintings of Monet and Van Gogh hanging on the walls of various museums. Both artists, from different movements in art, have a way of connecting with their audiences through their work. Monet’s “Water Lilies” and Van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” attract hundreds of people each day at the MOMA in New York City. These two landscapes showcase very different styles and periods of artwork yet continue to obtain much fame throughout many years.