Van Gogh and Impressionism
Learning Objective
I can CREATE characteristics of Impressionism in Van Gogh's paintings.
Key Concepts
Vincent Van Gogh struggled with approvalism, which is the painful pursuit of acceptance from others.
Van Gogh's mother rejected him because he was born after the death of his older brother, also named Vincent, and she saw him as a painful reminder of loss.
Although the art world rejected Van Gogh, his brother Theo loved him unconditionally, believed in him, supported him financially, and encouraged him through letters.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 3 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Based on the video, describe how Van Gogh's mental state influenced the characteristics of 'Starry Night'. Provide at least two specific examples from the painting.
2. The video mentions Van Gogh's 'approvalism.' How did his desire for acceptance from others impact his artistic style and the themes he explored in his paintings?
3. Which of the following elements in 'Starry Night' was NOT directly observed by Van Gogh from his window at the mental hospital?
Educational Video
Approval Addiction: The Tragic Life of Vincent Van Gogh
Brooks Gibbs