Matthew Wong - Vincent van Gogh : Painting as a Last Resort

A beautifully illustrated exploration of the artistic and personal connections between Matthew Wong 19842019 and Vincent van Gogh. Shortly before his early death the ChineseCanadian artist Matthew Wong 19842019 emerged as a phenomenon. He started drawing and painting in 2011 at the age of 27 and within the space of just a few years had developed a highly personal style using intense colours to paint imaginative landscapes. Wongs expressively lyrical works were inspired by both traditional Chinese painting and Western art. He was especially influenced by Vincent van Gogh 18531890 not only in terms of his painting style and choice of motifs but also in some aspects of his life. Both artists were selftaught acquiring their drawing and painting skills without tuition and both faced mental health issues. Wong saw his own life reflected in that of Van Gogh and once said I see myself in him. The impossibility of belonging in this world. Published to accompany the exhibition at the Van Gogh Mu