Meeting Van Gogh

Vincent van Gogh was born in the Netherlands on March 30th, 1853. He developed a unique style that is easily recognizable today.

Follow the links below to learn a little about Van Gogh's life.

•            http://www.artble.com/artists/vincent_van_gogh

•            http://www.moma.org/collection/artists/2206

•            Van Gogh for kids.

After reviewing the links, answer the following questions with a partner.

All this information must be included in the presentation.

•            How did Van Gogh become interested in art?

•            What training and education did he receive?

•            What artistic movement was he part of? Explain its main characteristics.

•            How did his mental state affect his work?

Use powerpoint to create a slideshow of Van Gogh where you must use google images to locate his paintings. Collect at least 10 images. Present the slideshow to a family member at home and discuss about it.

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