Van Gogh and Impressionism
Grade 9th Grade · Art · 15 min· Fa 12.2
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can CREATE characteristics of Impressionism in Van Gogh's paintings.
Warm-Up Video
Brooks Gibbs · 6:03
Approval Addiction: The Tragic Life of Vincent Van Gogh
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Vincent Van Gogh struggled with approvalism, which is the painful pursuit of acceptance from others.
- 2
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.
- 3
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
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe three characteristics of Impressionism that you see in Van Gogh's painting, Starry Night.”
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