Vincent Van Gogh’s parents were appalled that he wanted to be an artist and tried to discourage him from pursuing his passion.
He didn’t listen — and the art world is no doubt grateful. Van Gogh brought a new perspective to art — one that is still revered over a century later.
But now, in a twist the Dutch painter would no doubt enjoy, his artwork is being shown in a whole new light. Dubbed “Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience,” the exhibit, now showing at The Ice Palace in Miami, has been described as stepping into a painting.
More than 300 Van Gogh works — including “Starry Night,” “Sunflowers” and “Café Terrace at Night” — are freed from their frames in this incarnation.
“‘Beyond Van Gogh’ takes on the challenge of breathing new life into Van Gogh’s vast body of work,” explains a press release. “Using his dreams, his thoughts, and his words to drive the experience as a narrative, gallery goers will move along projection swathed walls wrapped in light, color, and shapes that swirl, dance, and refocus into flowers, cafés, and landscapes.”
Not much is conventional about this walk-through exhibit — including the venue.
What can you expect? The website explains: “Through his own words set to a symphonic score, guests come to a new appreciation of this tortured artist’s stunning work.”
For more information, visit vangoghmiami.com.