Nevertheless, artistic progress drops to a standstill as art is used primarily for decoration of religious temples, all in the slightly modified styles of the previously mentioned movements. In these years, scientific understanding begins to blossom and unfold many mysteries.
Schools of art are full of bright talent and the arts sky-rocket in popularity throughout Europe.
The application of this immense volume of new information by talents like Raphael, Michelangelo and their likes is incredible. The visual rendering goes from being an art of guessing and recording what seems right, to a science that requires erudition and understanding of the world in great detail. The scientific boost also makes possible new paints with rich colors and vibrant tones.