Artist Study: Vincent van Gogh
Learn about Vincent van Gogh's life and artistic journey
Understand how an artist can use creativity to glorify God
Recognize different art styles and techniques
“I will give thanks to you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful. My soul knows that very well.”
— Psalm 139:14 (WEB)Just as God creates each person uniquely, artists like van Gogh express their unique view of God's beautiful world
Gather students and show a large portrait of Vincent van Gogh. Ask what they notice about the picture.
Share about van Gogh's life, focusing on his passion for art and his struggles. Emphasize how he saw beauty in everyday things and tried to show God's creation through his paintings.
Students will draw a picture of something beautiful God created, using bold colors inspired by van Gogh
Simpler: Use large paper and thick markers
Challenge: Try to use van Gogh's swirling technique
Share drawings and talk about how each person sees God's creation differently
Dear God, thank you for giving us the ability to see and create beauty. Help us use our talents to show your wonderful world. Amen.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll look at van Gogh's famous painting of stars!
“I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
— Psalm 139:14 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Create hand motions to act out the verse while reciting
Van Gogh was a complex artist who struggled with mental health but found beauty in simple things
Children might get frustrated trying to draw like a professional artist
Enthusiasm about creating art, understanding of van Gogh's style