Johannes Vermeer was a 17th-century Dutch artist known for his insanely detailed and atmospheric paintings. Today, he’s a legend, mainly because of how he mastered light—turning ordinary moments into mesmerizing works of art. Vermeer was like the OG visual storyteller, creating works like Girl with a Pearl Earring, which make you feel like you're right there with the subject. His paintings are timeless, dripping with mystery and depth. Think of him as the original influencer—before memes, he captured the world around him with a magical glow, painting moments as vividly as if he had a camera in his hand.