Although unknown during his lifetime, Vincent Van Gogh is one of the most renowned artists in fine art. Unfortunately Van Gogh lived a short life and began painting at the mature age of 27. Nevertheless, he still created a total of over 2,000 pieces of work in his collection. Through the duration of his artistic career, Van Gogh collaborated with Paul Gauguin to develop and spread a new method of painting. This method is referred to as impressionism, but more specifically Van Gogh was a leader in the Post-Impressionism era in France. Upon moving from the Netherlands to France, Van Gogh eliminated his usual dark color pallet and began exploring a wide range of vivid colors. However, Van Gogh still limited his paintings to several self-portraits, depictions of an ordinary person, natural scenery, interior scenes, still lifes and a variety of landscapes similar to his work composed in the Netherlands. Van Gogh’s style is very distinctive due to his use of strong and symbolic colors choices and his use of impasto painting, a textural sensation created upon the eyes. In addition, Van Gogh did not find a sense of inspiration for his paintings, but like many other artists expressed his deep emotions through art. Unfortunately, after suffering a long case of mental illness, Van Gogh ended his life by the dark act of self-mutilation. Before committing the act of suicide, Van Gogh slashed off his ear, leading to his dramatic suicide. While a truly celebrated artist today, Vincent Van Gogh came to the surface of light after his tragic suicide.
Quotes from Vincent Van Gogh:
"As we advance in life it becomes more and more difficult, but in fighting the difficulties the inmost strength of the heart is developed."
"Happiness...it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort."
"I dream of painting and then I paint my dream."
"Do not quench your inspiration and your imagination; do not become the slave of your model."
"I wish they would only take me as I am."
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