Life
Vincent Van Gogh had a very nervous temperament which led to a very quiet, alone life. He did have a brother that spent time with him and financially helped support him.
During his life, Van Gogh created 800 paintings and drawings. This is incredible since he began painting only in the last 10 years of his life. Through his great growth as an artist, he pioneered a new movement called Expressionism.
He had many careers through his life. He worked as an art dealer, preacher and odd jobs.
In the last 2 years of his life is when he created his most famous pieces.