Happy Birthday Lewis W. Hine!! American artist, born in 1874, in Wisconsin, Hine was a photographer. His father died when he was young so he had to earn his own money for college. He became a teacher before becoming well known for his own photography. He played a large part in getting the child labor laws established with his photos such as the one below.
Van Gogh's Ear is an in depth look at famous artists on their birthday. This is the second year a post is made each day about a famous artist, his/her art, interesting facts, personal experiences, etc. on their birthday. So, lend me your ear...
Blossoming Almond Branch in a Glass (1888)

One of my favorite still life subjects of Van Gogh, the cut branch in a glass, I ran across this one with the book behind creating a complicated compositional element. Note also the use of complementary colors, red and green, creating a vibration in the painting.
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