Vincent Van Gogh Lines, Lines Everywhere! Biography **Impressionists painted everyday outdoor scenes and used small brushstrokes to reflect light and depict movement** In March 1886, he moved to Paris and discovered the French Impressionists. Later, he moved to the south of France and was influenced by the strong sunlight he found there. His work grew brighter in color, and he developed the unique and highly recognizable style that became fully recognizable during his stay. Vincent van Gogh was born more than 150 years (1853) ago in Zundert, Netherlands. He was Dutch. He had many jobs, such as working in an art gallery, as a teacher, in a bookstore and as a preacher. Then, around 1880, Theo his brother, suggested he become a full time artist. When he painted, Vincent liked to play with light and use loose brush strokes. He liked dark tones. In 1885 Vincent went to Belgium and he discovered Japanese art which had bright colors - this influenced his style. Impressionists Japanese Wood Block Print The Great Wave Off Kawanaga-Hokusai _____________________________________________________________________________ Pierre Auguste- Renoir Claude Monet Self portrait Van Gogh was especially known for: Broad brushstrokes Brilliant colors (no mixing, straight from the tube) Swirling lines to show movement and strong emotion.and to bring his subjects and landscapes to LIFE! Wheat Field Wheat Field with the Cypresses Wheat Field with Reaper and Sun Starry Night Over the Rhone Starry Night