Paul Callus Poet Rhyme

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. 


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19th April 2014
Contest: Your Favorite Artist
Sponsor: Anthony Slausen
Placing: 6th

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Jslambert Mister Roboto August 3, 2014 at 4:34 AM oops, forgot the 7 rate

Jslambert Mister Roboto August 3, 2014 at 4:33 AM I commend you for your poetry and relentless community building efforts here at the soup! Paul Callus August 3, 2014 at 8:06 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 July 24, 2014 at 12:53 PM congratulations on this thoughtful expression of Van Gogh's life! :) Paul Callus July 24, 2014 at 2:54 PM Thank you Gwen, both for the welcome visit and comments. :) // paul

Diane Christian May 23, 2014 at 3:27 AM a beautiful poem. Paul Callus May 23, 2014 at 6:15 AM Thank you Diane; glad you liked it. cu // paul

Diane Christian May 23, 2014 at 3:22 AM a beautiful poem.

Jayne Eggins May 20, 2014 at 9:51 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 May 23, 2014 at 6:17 AM ...meant to tell you....been on your facebook....lovely Starry Night! Paul Callus May 20, 2014 at 11:41 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 April 26, 2014 at 2:41 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 April 26, 2014 at 3:55 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 April 25, 2014 at 4:42 PM So cush Paul, lush and taut! Paul Callus April 25, 2014 at 4:53 PM Love those adjectives Keith! Thanks for stopping by! cu // paul

Weston Gregory April 25, 2014 at 2:39 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 April 25, 2014 at 4:05 AM Thank you Weston for visiting and commenting; glad you enjoyed this write. cu around. // paul

Sara Kendrick April 23, 2014 at 2:50 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 April 23, 2014 at 3:47 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 April 22, 2014 at 11:33 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 April 23, 2014 at 4:13 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 April 22, 2014 at 6:23 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 April 23, 2014 at 4:07 AM So very glad you like this poem Carrie :) thank you for the lovely comments. Have a nice day:) // paul

Joseph May April 22, 2014 at 4:11 PM Great tribute...congrats on your win Paul Callus April 22, 2014 at 4:15 PM Hi Joseph....thank you for both the visit and congrats. // paul

Aiyah Torres April 22, 2014 at 3:42 PM awesome win, PauL..!!! Congratulations!!! ^__^ Paul Callus April 22, 2014 at 3:45 PM Thank you AiyaH...glad you liked this write :) cu // paul

Skat A April 22, 2014 at 3:01 PM wonderful win, Paul................SKAT Paul Callus April 22, 2014 at 3:37 PM Thank you Skat....this sure is a lovely visit :) // paul

Ralph Sergi April 22, 2014 at 2:04 PM Hi Paul : Congratulations on a your win. A great descriptive rendition of m one of my favorite artists. Paul Callus April 22, 2014 at 3:40 PM Thank you Ralph; so very glad you like the poem and the artist. cu // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser April 22, 2014 at 1:35 PM CONGRATULATIONS DEARIE PAUL.. :D!!! PRAISE GOD for your wonderful win.. :), olive eloisa here.. :) clapping for you :D! Paul Callus April 22, 2014 at 3:21 PM Very many thanks dear Olive_eloi :) your applause is much welcomed :) // paul

Lucilla Carrillo April 21, 2014 at 4:07 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 April 21, 2014 at 4:47 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

Ivor Kos April 20, 2014 at 9:26 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 April 21, 2014 at 3:56 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 April 20, 2014 at 11:20 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 April 20, 2014 at 11:59 AM Thank you Andrea for stopping by and commenting. Need all the luck:)...have not been doing too well of late :) // paul

Michael Dom April 20, 2014 at 9:36 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 April 20, 2014 at 9:49 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 April 19, 2014 at 8:38 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 April 20, 2014 at 4:11 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 April 19, 2014 at 2:30 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 April 19, 2014 at 4:52 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 April 19, 2014 at 12:42 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 April 19, 2014 at 4:48 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 April 19, 2014 at 11:20 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 April 19, 2014 at 4:13 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

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