Van Gogh's Dog

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What is Van Gogh's Dog about?

Vincent van Gogh cannot think of anything to paint—until a lively little dog appears with a very important mission. Chasing Sunny through fields of sunflowers, a busy café, a cosy bedroom and beneath a starry night sky, Vincent begins to notice the colours, shapes and beauty all around him. Inspired by places from Van Gogh’s famous paintings, this playful adventure encourages young readers to see the world through an artist’s eyes, with a gallery of the featured artworks to explore at the end.

About the author

Grace Helmer is a British illustrator who creates bright, colourful pictures using oil paint. She enjoys painting nature, animals, food and everyday places, often making them look warm and a little magical. Grace has illustrated several children’s books, including Van Gogh’s Dog, Nature in a Nutshell, Dogs to the Rescue and Penguins & Polar Bears. Her artwork has also appeared in magazines and newspapers around the world. She lives and works in Brighton, where she finds ideas all around her.