Archive: Van Gogh News
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May 07, 2013
1 CommentVan Gogh’s Self-Portrait in Front of the Easel
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam re-opened after a seven month renovation period in which the building got new floors and a new, darker, coat of paint, as well as fire and safety improvements. The re-opening is kicking off a new exhibition titled, “Van Gogh at Work” which shows the artist’s work habits and includes...
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Mar 29, 2013
No CommentsHappy 160th Birthday, Vincent van Gogh!
March 30, 1853, 160 years ago, Vincent van Gogh was born in Groot-Zundert, Holland. Though his work was unappreciated in his time, he would become one of the most recognized artists in modern times. Considered a Post-Impressionist, the bright colors with sharp contrasts, heavy brush strokes, layers of thick paint, confrontational directness and passionate style...
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Oct 16, 2012
No CommentsAnnouncing the Van Gogh Gallery iPhone App
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new Van Gogh Gallery application for the iPhone and iPad! This brand new app brings the world of Van Gogh to your mobile device and makes viewing his works easier than ever. With over 2,000 images of Van Gogh’s art including his paintings, drawings, watercolors, letter...
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Jul 24, 2012
No CommentsIdentifying Van Gogh Sunflowers
In March of 2012, plant biologists at The University of Georgia in Athens discovered the gene which caused the mutation in the sunflowers in some of Van Gogh’s paintings. When we think of sunflowers most of us think of yellow petals surrounding a big dark center, but in Van Gogh’s sunflower series, a number of...
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Mar 30, 2012
No CommentsHappy Birthday Van Gogh
On this day in 1853, Vincent van Gogh was born and the world was forever changed. In honor of his birthday, here are a few lesser known Van Gogh...
