Name: Aragon, Carl Andrew G.

Section: BE1201

Subject: Art Appreciation

 Formalism (What are the forms that can be found in the painting above? Briefly describe
each.)

Van Gogh's Harvest at La Crau, with Montmajour in the Background is a stunning landscape
painting that captures the essence of the rural landscape with its bold colors and thick brushstrokes. The
painting's central focus is a dense wheat field occupying the foreground, depicted using vibrant shades
of green and yellow with individual blades of grass and wheat stalks visible. The background features a
beautiful blue sky with a few wispy clouds, providing a sense of tranquillity and calmness. Mountains in
the distance are painted in shades of purple and blue, creating a feeling of depth and perspective. The
small village visible at the foot of the mountain adds a human connection to the painting, making it
more than just a landscape but also a portrait of the people who inhabit it. Harvest at La Crau, with
Montmajour in the Background is an excellent example of Van Gogh's unique style, which features bold
colors and thick brushstrokes, and is considered one of his masterpieces of landscape painting.

 Expressionism (How do you think the artist was feeling when he created the artwork?)

Harvest at La Crau, with Montmajour in the Background is a highly emotional painting by Van
Gogh that showcases his deep connection to the natural world through its vivid colors and energetic
composition. The painting's wheat field dominating the foreground and mountains in the distance
suggest the artist's reverence for the power of nature, while the movement in the painting's elements
conveys a sense of energy. Overall, the painting is a powerful expression of Van Gogh's emotional
response to the natural world.