After Impressionism, some artists wanted to go even further, using colour and brushstrokes to express emotion and personal experience. This movement became known as Post-Impressionism.
Vincent van Gogh is one of the most well-known artists from this time. His paintings are full of bold colours and energetic marks, often showing movement and feeling rather than realistic detail.
Van Gogh used art to express how he saw and felt the world, not just what it looked like. His work reminds us that art can be deeply personal and emotional.
This week’s homework encourages students to experiment with expressive marks and colour, helping them understand that art is not just about accuracy — it’s also about feeling.
Artist Inspiration: Vincent van Gogh
Task Focus: Emotion through mark-making
🌱 Start Here:
Use bold lines and colours
🌿 Build It:
Repeat marks to create movement
🌳 Take It Further:
Express mood through colour, rhythm, and texture
Reflect:
“How does my artwork feel?”