This is a fictional account of Vincent Van Gogh's short stay in the small city of Arles France. The young boy Jacques befriends Van Gogh when Van Gogh boards in his house. The poignancy of the painters life is captured here in the text and in the author's own illustrations. Using the technique Van Gogh once did, she captures the aluring nature of painting in her own vivid works of art. While enjoying the story and illustrations children will also be learning about one of the most important artists in history.
Author: Joan Shaddox Isom
Located in: Tahlequah, OK
Submitted: November 03, 2002
Tell us a little about yourself. An educator for years, I am saddened to see the
arts cut out of so many schools. The arts
enrich our souls and help us to develop our
character. Art skills carry over to other
subjects, tests have shown. The child who is a
little different may be a budding Michangelo or
a literary icon. Don't supress him or her.
What was your motivation behind this project? The illustrations were not meant to mimic van
Gogh's style. No one can do that. My art is my
own expression. I'm a colorist. I celebrate
color. Color affects us constantly, whether we
realize it or not. Too, I want children to know
there is more to this man than just someone who
cut off his ear. Vincent was minister before he
was a painter. He felt the troubles and needs of
the common people. His paintings of peasants and
working people are a tribute to humanity.
What do you hope folks will gain from this project? I hope people just enjoy the book, read it with
their children, and talk about this man who died
so young, but who gave so much beauty to the
world.
Who are your influences, sources of inspiration or favorite authors / artists? As for artists, Vincent van Gogh, among others.
I like picture books that express positive
values, though this should be done subtly, not in
a preachy manner.
Anything else you'd like readers / listeners to know: I celebrate life through my art.
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