Van Gogh and Impressionism
aligned to Fa 12.2
Learning Objective
I can CREATE characteristics of Impressionism in Van Gogh's paintings.
Lesson Flow
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Approval Addiction: The Tragic Life of Vincent Van Gogh
Brooks Gibbs
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Vincent Van Gogh struggled with approvalism, which is the painful pursuit of acceptance from others.
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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.
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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
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe three characteristics of Impressionism that you see in Van Gogh's painting, Starry Night.”
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