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Artist: Van Gogh

Dutch upbringing, melancholic Suffered love’s rejection throes On the verge of deep frustration Fought the waves of mental woes. Painted orchards, blossoms, landscapes Where sunflowers reigned supreme Bold the colours and rough beauty A post-impressionist dream. Vivid rushes of emotion With concision, grace, displayed The dramatic, the spiritual Vibrant strokes on canvas laid. Life aborted, sad conclusion Was it peace or hand of shame? Only then he was acknowledged To immortal heights of fame. ----------------------------------------------- 19th April 2014 Contest: Your Favorite Artist Sponsor: Anthony Slausen Placing: 6th

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Jslambert Mister Roboto

Date: 8/3/2014 4:34:00 AM

oops, forgot the 7 rate

Jslambert Mister Roboto

Date: 8/3/2014 4:33:00 AM

I commend you for your poetry and relentless community building efforts here at the soup!

Paul Callus
Date: 8/3/2014 8:06:00 AM

Many thanks Robo! I believe that community building is important to keep the site alive. In the process my poetry writing suffers because time becomes limited! All those who post poems here do so with the hope that somebody reads them; unfortunately too many poems are being posted, thus a lot go to waste. Thanks for your visit:) ... and for the 7 rating // paul

Gwendolen Song

Date: 7/24/2014 12:53:00 PM

congratulations on this thoughtful expression of Van Gogh's life! :)

Paul Callus
Date: 7/24/2014 2:54:00 PM

Thank you Gwen, both for the welcome visit and comments. :) // paul

Diane Christian

Date: 5/23/2014 3:27:00 AM

a beautiful poem.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/23/2014 6:15:00 AM

Thank you Diane; glad you liked it. cu // paul

Diane Christian

Date: 5/23/2014 3:22:00 AM

a beautiful poem.

Jayne Eggins

Date: 5/20/2014 9:51:00 AM

Van Gogh is one of my favourite artists if you look at my cover photo on FB its a painting of his, I had to read this one, beautifully told with truth I thoroughly enjoyed the read...love Jayne x

Paul Callus
Date: 5/23/2014 6:17:00 AM

...meant to tell you....been on your facebook....lovely Starry Night!

Paul Callus
Date: 5/20/2014 11:41:00 AM

So glad he is your favourite as well! I like his paintings; (well I suppose you can tell that from the above poem! ) I will have a look at your facebook, too :) /x/ paul

Sam Toil

Date: 4/26/2014 2:41:00 PM

It is the story of art. Generation after generation. The artist must shock. Or the artist must die. Before he is recognized. Of course, in Van Gogh's case he did both, with the severing of his ear. I have read your wonderful poem many times, Paul, and as always your rhythm and rhyme are flawless. You portray meaning imagery and depth all while maintaining the demands of the meter you have chosen. I admire that greatly. I will continue to drop in on you from time to time to read your work.Sam

Paul Callus
Date: 4/26/2014 3:55:00 PM

Hi Sam, I greatly appreciate your meaningful and sensible comments; makes for very good feedback. thank you! will keep in touch. // paul

Keith O.J. Hunt

Date: 4/25/2014 4:42:00 PM

So cush Paul, lush and taut!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/25/2014 4:53:00 PM

Love those adjectives Keith! Thanks for stopping by! cu // paul

Weston Gregory

Date: 4/25/2014 2:39:00 AM

van gogh is symbolic of arts impact... you gave me good reason for my adoration of this vibrant and poignant expression....thks

Paul Callus
Date: 4/25/2014 4:05:00 AM

Thank you Weston for visiting and commenting; glad you enjoyed this write. cu around. // paul

Sara Kendrick

Date: 4/23/2014 2:50:00 PM

Very expressive work about a unique individual whose talent was expressed in his unique style..Congrats on your win..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara

Paul Callus
Date: 4/23/2014 3:47:00 PM

Hi Sara! Like many great artists Van Gogh became famous after his death. We are lucky to have his paintings to prove how unique he was. Txs for the visit :) // paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 4/22/2014 11:33:00 PM

Painting thru words a real art,, great poem,,wud like to know more about my fav poet's fav artist,,, congrats Paul ! Great win !

Paul Callus
Date: 4/23/2014 4:13:00 AM

Thank you Dr. Upma! You are so kind with your lovely remarks :) You too have a way how to express yourself in words :) // paul

Carrie Richards

Date: 4/22/2014 6:23:00 PM

"Vivid rushes of emotion" this is the line I think describes him best.........love that description and this poem, Paul ! Congrats to you!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/23/2014 4:07:00 AM

So very glad you like this poem Carrie :) thank you for the lovely comments. Have a nice day:) // paul

Joseph May

Date: 4/22/2014 4:11:00 PM

Great tribute...congrats on your win

Paul Callus
Date: 4/22/2014 4:15:00 PM

Hi Joseph....thank you for both the visit and congrats. // paul

Aiyah Torres

Date: 4/22/2014 3:42:00 PM

awesome win, PauL..!!! Congratulations!!! ^__^

Paul Callus
Date: 4/22/2014 3:45:00 PM

Thank you AiyaH...glad you liked this write :) cu // paul

Skat A

Date: 4/22/2014 3:01:00 PM

wonderful win, Paul................SKAT

Paul Callus
Date: 4/22/2014 3:37:00 PM

Thank you Skat....this sure is a lovely visit :) // paul

Ralph Sergi

Date: 4/22/2014 2:04:00 PM

Hi Paul : Congratulations on a your win. A great descriptive rendition of m one of my favorite artists.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/22/2014 3:40:00 PM

Thank you Ralph; so very glad you like the poem and the artist. cu // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 4/22/2014 1:35:00 PM

CONGRATULATIONS DEARIE PAUL.. :D!!! PRAISE GOD for your wonderful win.. :), olive eloisa here.. :) clapping for you :D!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/22/2014 3:21:00 PM

Very many thanks dear Olive_eloi :) your applause is much welcomed :) // paul

Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 4/21/2014 4:07:00 PM

Van Gogh was a great Artist. the ending of his life was sad. I heard that a lot of his paintings were found after his death. Thanks for sharing Paul.... Lucilla

Paul Callus
Date: 4/21/2014 4:47:00 PM

What a welcome surprise seeing you here today Lucilla :) Yes, Van Gogh was a great artist; he's one of my favorites. Pity not much notice was taken of him when still alive! cu // paul

Ivo Cos

Date: 4/20/2014 9:26:00 PM

Very nice write, sir. Van Gogh was an admirable painter & LETTER-WRITER. I've read English translations of some letters which are very interesting. I wish I could read 'em in their original lang: DUTCH! (Although I think he wrote couple in other languages too.)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/21/2014 3:56:00 PM

Nice to have you visiting again Ivo! txs for your interesting comments. I'm afraid I can't help you with Dutch!! cu // paul

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/20/2014 11:20:00 AM

yes, only in death are some artists even honored at all. I just love his starry starry night. Good luck in the contest!

Paul Callus
Date: 4/20/2014 11:59:00 AM

Thank you Andrea for stopping by and commenting. Need all the luck:)...have not been doing too well of late :) // paul

Michael Dom

Date: 4/20/2014 9:36:00 AM

I remember watching a film about the life of this troubled artist. Your artistic quill reminds me, we all have something unique to add to the world, whether the world sees it right now or not.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/20/2014 9:49:00 AM

You are so very right Michael. Unfortunately it's only after death that many worthy people receive acclamation. // txs for the welcome visit. // paul

Nette Onclaud

Date: 4/19/2014 8:38:00 PM

as the song goes, " this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you.." you painted vam gogh and his art with such elquence, paul.. this has to win!.. huggs

Paul Callus
Date: 4/20/2014 4:11:00 AM

Thank you for the faith you show in this poem nette; I keep your positive feedback very close to my heart :) Happy Easter and hugs too. // paul

Justin Bordner

Date: 4/19/2014 2:30:00 PM

Vincent is my favorite Painter. His paintings of feet, and shoes are some of the best in my opinion. A powerful man who lived his life as though vivid texture was the meaning to everything. You honor this great Man very well with your sympathetic poem Paul. Bravo! J.A.B.

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2014 4:52:00 PM

Thank you Justin...very str8 forward and nicely textured comments:) {been flipping through some of your poems; very impressed; commented on one, but was over-awed and overshadowed by the female audience :) // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 4/19/2014 12:42:00 PM

Im not that much familiar with how he is but your poem made me read his history :D his paintings and his name are that familiar with me ..:) but I admire him in the sense that though he suffered he didn't stop to do much more of his talent.. His life might have that too sad but his paintings tell otherwise.. Descriptive words as always :) God bless us all Paul..:)

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2014 4:48:00 PM

Thank you Olive_eloi. Nice to have you visiting. His turbulent life makes for interesting reading. I was first acquainted with him when I was doing history of art...fascinating subject. cu :) Once again, Happy Easter. // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 4/19/2014 11:20:00 AM

Dear Paul, There was really no lasting peace in Van Gogh's life. Sad really, that he didn't achieve great fame during his lifetime. I love his work so much that I named two cats after him. LOL Please keep both ears and a pen handy when inspiration comes. Love and blessings for a happy Easter weekend, Carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 4/19/2014 4:13:00 PM

It's true Carolyn, very sad that he never achieved 'fame' in life; I presumed that he attained 'peace' once he left a world which was not very kind to him. [pen & paper...never without:)] Easter is now here...rejoice! :) // paul