Vincent Van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist was named a Robert F. Sibert Honor book by the ALA. This is the enthralling biography of the nineteenth-century Dutch painter known for pioneering new techniques and styles in masterpieces such as Starry Night and Vase with Sunflowers. The book cites detailed primary sources and includes a glossary of artists and terms, a biographical time line, notes, a bibliography,

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Follows the life and artistic development of the painter who moved from Belgium and Holland to France, was influenced by Impressionism, and eventually created his own unique style.

A biographical profile of nineteenth century Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh discussing his early struggles his bouts of depression his development as an artist and his posthumous fame. Includes a chronology as well as essays on artists and topics contemporary to Van Gogh.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the Dutch painter known for his use of color, discussing his childhood, art education, family life, and famous works.

"Little Vincent was a quiet child. He loved spending time in nature and playing with his brother Theo. After leaving school, he began working as an art dealer. Vincent showed promise, but he found it more and more difficult to control his emotions and eventually had to leave. He had a go at many different jobs, including a teacher and a bookseller, but nothing felt right. When he wasn't working, he wrote Theo long letters that included beautiful drawings....

Learn about the nineteenth-century Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh.

Discusses the life, art, and legacy of the Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh. Includes a timeline linking the events in his life with world events.

Vincent van Gogh had one true teacher: Nature. Nature taught him about light, shadows, shape, and colors. And he had one single appraiser: his brother Theo. Today Vincent van Gogh is one of the most famous painters in the world.

Vincent is fed up with life in the gray city, but things are about to change! With the support of his loving brother Theo, Vincent sets off on a journey to the sunny south. There he will discover new and inspiring places and make new friends. But will he be able to paint the picture of his dreams?

Introduces the life and work of Vincent van Gogh, discussing his early years, life in Holland, London, Paris, and southern France, and development as a painter.