The turbulent life of Vincent van Gogh is a constant source of inspiration and i
ntrigue for artists and art lovers. In this beautiful graphic biography, artist
and writer Barbara Stok documents the brief and intense period of creativity Van
Gogh spent in Arles, Provence. Away from Paris, Van Gogh falls in love with the
landscape and light of the south of France.
He dreams of setting up an artis
ts' studio in Arles - somewhere for him and his friends to paint together. But a
ttacks of mental illness leave the painter confused and disorientated. When his
friend and fellow artist Paul Gauguin refuses to reside permanently at the Yello
w House, Van Gogh cuts off part of his ear.
The most notorious event of art h
istory has happened - and Van Gogh's dreams are left in tatters. However, throug
hout this period of intense emotion and hardship, Vincent's brother Theo stands
by him, offering constant and unconditional support. Stok has succeeded in breat
hing new life into one of the most fascinating episodes of art history.
