When I was doing the research for THE MIDNIGHT MAN I used books and walked London’s mysterious back streets. Sometimes, however, I had the more leisurely option of sitting here at my computer. Internet research revealed fascinating sites that featured Vincent Van Gogh. I’ll be adding more of my favourites here in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, here’s three fascinating examples.
Go here to take a virtual tour of Van Gogh’s Yellow House.
http://www.vangogh3d.co.uk/
On YouTube video there are an amazing number of tributes to the artist. Many use Don McLean’s 1971 hit ‘Starry Starry Night.’ Incidentally, the sheet music of the song, together with a set of Van Gogh’s brushes is buried in a time capsule under the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. This is one of the best tribute videos: -.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gCORHq_-2Y The film-maker employs Van Gogh’s own paintings to tell the artist’s life story in an original and, at times, emotionally powerful way.
Here’s an extended live version of ‘Starry Starry Night’ with painting slideshow:-
http://www.don-mclean.com/articles/vincentslideshow.asp
Until next time,
Simon Clark
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