Abstract / Synopsis
This article explores the interplay between Vincent van Gogh’s distinctive artistic style and principles of fluid dynamics, particularly through metaphorical comparisons. Van Gogh’s swirling, turbulent brushstrokes in works such as The Starry Night and Wheatfield with Crows evoke the chaotic and dynamic behaviors found in fluid motion, like vortices and turbulence. Although there is no documented scientific influence from fluid dynamics on van Gogh’s art, the parallels between his emotive, flowing techniques and the mathematical principles governing fluid behavior offer a unique lens to appreciate both his artistic innovation and the science of fluid dynamics.
Recommended Citation
Monica Morales Hernandez, "The Dynamics of Vincent Van Gogh," Journal of Humanistic Mathematics, Volume 16 Issue 2 (July 2026), pages 222-229. . Available at: https://scholarship.claremont.edu/jhm/vol16/iss2/12
