As a post-impressionist painter, Vincent Van Gogh's work of art is notable for its beauty, color, emotion, and has influenced many 20th century artists. "I want to paint what I feel, and feel what I paint" from Van Gogh himself, is a feeling that any artist may experience through the expression of his or her own art. His legacy has endured through the course of time and represents what difficulties life can present to one pursuing the love of art. Art is powerful, emotional, imaginative, dramatic, and can be so intense that it boggles the mind. However, Van Gogh for all his struggles was able to portray the spiritual essence of man and nature to canvas with the flick of the hand and a
