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This is Patrick's blog. Here, he will be reviewing an art piece of his choice.
Starry Night
•Artist: Vincent van Gogh
•Time it took to complete it: "Starry Night" was completed in June 1889. He Painter it on his 12 months in his nursing home from saint-paul-de-masoule.
•Technique used: Van Gogh used oil paint on canvas to create this masterpiece. He employed short, quick brushstrokes, known as impasto technique, to apply the paint and create texture on the surface.
•Exhibited: Starry Night is currently exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, USA.
•Critics' interpretations and reviews
1. Interpretation of tormented beauty: Some critics see "Starry Night" as an expression of the beauty and mystery of the night, but also as a representation of the artist's internal struggle and emotional turmoil. The combination of vibrant colors and the way the stars seem to swirl in the night sky suggest a sense of movement and energy, perhaps reflecting the artist's restless state of mind.
2. Influence of Post-Impressionism: Other critics highlight how "Starry Night" encapsulates the characteristics of Post-Impressionism, especially in the way Van Gogh used color and form to express emotions and moods. The distortion of natural forms, such as the mountains and cypresses, suggests a subjective interpretation of reality, typical of Post-Impressionism.
3. Spiritual connection and symbolism: Some critics view "Starry Night" as a representation of Van Gogh's spiritual connection to nature and the cosmos. The cypresses pointing towards the sky and the church on the horizon suggest a spiritual quest and a sense of transcendence. Additionally, the presence of the moon and stars could be interpreted as symbols of hope and light in the darkness, even amidst emotional distress.