“If I could say it in words there would be no reason to paint.”
Edward Hopper
Some artists see art as a type of dialogue like Edward Hopper did. Although art is oftentimes a visual medium, it is capable of communicating as effectively as words. (Or, in Edward Hopper’s case, more effectively than words!)
What an exceptional experience! Be immersed in Vincent Van Gogh’s paintings, read what he wrote on art and life whilst listening to some of the most beautiful classical music ever written. I saw it in Brisbane. But where ever this show travels do yourself a favour and go. So beautiful, so moving, so amazing.
Andrew Kay in association with BBC Studios & Fane present Van Gogh Alive. Described as a multi-sensory experience, dazzling over 7 million visitors across 65 countries worldwide. Check it out online.
Vincent Van Gogh, Dutch Post-Impressionist painter, posthumously became one of the most famous and influential figures in Western art history.
30 March 1853 – 29 July 1890
Van Gogh’s “Portrait of Dr. Gachet”: sold for $149.7 million at Christie’s, 1990