In their palette, they used intense and warm colours, and particularly made use of the primary colours red, blue and yellow, frequently putting all three in close proximity. They avoided the even lighting of Renaissance painting and used strong contrasts of light and darkness on certain parts of the picture to direct attention to the central actions or figures. In their composition, they avoided the tranquil scenes of Renaissance paintings, and chose the moments of the greatest movement and drama.
The artists employed a palette with intense colors, particularly red, blue, and yellow, often juxtaposing them to create visual interest. They contrasted light and dark areas to emphasize the focal points within their paintings, deviating from the tranquil scenes typical of Renaissance art. Their compositions prioritized dynamic moments over serene settings.