Meet The Masters Vermeer Johannes & Vincent Van Gogh

Johannes Vermeer

Vermeer Johannes Was born in Delft, Holland

Vermeer Johannes Many of Vermeer's masterworks focus on domestic scenes, including "The Milkmaid“. This painting of a woman in middle of her work showcases two of his trademarks: his realistic versions of figures and objects, and his fascination with light. The Milkmaid

Many of his works have bright quality, including the portrait "Girl with a Pearl Earring“. The Girl with the Pearl Earring

Vermeer Johannes View of Delft

Vincent Van Gogh

Vincent Van Gogh Was born in Netherlands

Vincent Van Gogh He liked to use bright colors, particularly blue and yellow.

Vincent Van Gogh He was known for his thick heavily applied paints. The strokes create a texture, a pattern and an emotional impact that is so common on his work.

Vincent Van Gogh Van Gogh was known to have violent mood swings and he was put on a mental institution where he continued painting. The clinic and its garden became the main subject of his painting. Some of the work from this time is characterized by swirls.

Joseph Roulin – The Postmaster

Museum of Modern Art, New York City

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