Ah, the asylum. It was a good sign that upon entering, the visitor was greeted by Vincent’s statue, and large prints of the paintings he created here on display along the old stone walls. Indeed Saint Paul de Mausole proved itself to be one of the most faithful locations, faithful to you, Vincent. Although you […]
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Sun, December 20 2009 » Photo entries, Research, Travel » 2 Comments
Vincent’s Madness (It’s about time we talked about it) A month after Vincent recovered from the infamous ear incident in Arles at the end of 1888, the town got together and signed a petition to kick him out of Arles and send him to an asylum. Upon actually reading the petition, we find their accusations […]
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Mon, December 14 2009 » Personal, Photo entries, Travel » 1 Comment
I come here with a heavy heart this week, Reader. Often times, being an artist is quite lonely and isolating. Your work cannot be understood until it is finished — you cannot be understood, either. Not by many, anyway. I know Vincent felt the same way. And so I offer you some beauty I encountered […]
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Mon, December 7 2009 » Personal, Photo entries, Research, Travel » 2 Comments