A touching look at Van Gogh's time in the south of France, and the support given to him by his brother Theo. Vincent is fed up with life in the gray city, but things are about to change! With the support of his loving brother Theo, Vincent sets off on a journey to the sunny south. There he will discover new and inspiring places and make new friends. But will he be able to paint the picture of his dreams? A heart-warming snapshot of a happy and creative period in Van Gogh's life, this story focuses on the bond between two brothers, and how Theo's support and encouragement helped Vincent to reach his full artistic potential. Written by Michael Bird and illustrated by painter Ella Beech, Dear Vincent will immerse young readers in Van Gogh's world and reveal his unique perspective as an artist. A warm and compassionate view of this extraordinary talent. Beech's brilliantly hued, expressive illustrations add dimension and delight, often invoking Van Gogh's most famous paintings. Text and art are woven together well... Little readers and their grown-ups will respond to Vincent and Theo's loving relationship, and admire Vincent's beautiful art; this may lead to a museum visit... Tender and thought-provoking.-- "Kirkus Reviews" (9/15/2024 12:00:00 AM)Adults will immediately recognize the famous artist as kids will meet Vincent, a man who wants to leave the city and explore new places. His brother Theo supports him as he heads south and discovers the artist he's meant to be.-- "We Are Teachers" (9/10/2024 12:00:00 AM)An art story full of warm, cozy illustrations that's all about the feels . . . Many picture books introduce children to Van Gogh's art; few capture so well what makes it great.-- "Booklist (starred review)" (10/15/2024 12:00:00 AM)Perfect illustrations in a style adjacent to Van Gogh's adorn each page--it's a visual feast!-- "Imagination Soup" (9/23/2024 12:00:00 AM) Michael Bird is a writer, broadcaster, and curator. He is the author of the bestselling children's history of art Vincent's Starry Night and Other Stories: A Children's History of Art and his books for adults include This is Tomorrow: Twentieth-Century Britain and Its Artists; Artists' Letters: Leonardo da Vinci to David Hockney; and 100 Ideas that Changed Art.Ella Beech is an artist and illustrator based in Cambridge, United Kingdom. She has a master's in children's book illustration from the Cambridge School of Art, was runner up in the Picture Hooks Competition 2021, and a finalist in the Bologna Children's Book Fair Illustrator's Exhibition. Ella has worked as a designer and art director in children's publishing, and has a degree in fine art painting from the Winchester School of Art. Target Age: 4-8 Thames and Hudson Pub Date: October 01, 2024 ISBN: 9780500653388 0.5" H x 11.4" L x 11.0" W 40 Pages Hardcover
