At the Van Gogh Academy, we uncover and analyse documents and artworks to deepen our understanding of Van Gogh’s environment, times and influences.

Committed to in-situ research, we follow in his footsteps – breathing the same air, seeing the same light and hearing the same sounds – to achieve the highest level of historical and sensory accuracy.

We place particular emphasis on issues of authenticity, striving to correct misinterpretations and dubious theories about Van Gogh’s art and life in our publications.

We are proud to be part of the international research community dedicated to the life and art of Vincent van Gogh, upholding the highest academic standards.

The Van Gogh Academy is led by Wouter van der Veen, Catherine Roth, and Christophe Brochard, whose complementary skills ensure the smooth operation of the organization. It relies on a vast network of volunteers and service providers, comprising knowledgeable enthusiasts, art and culture professionals, and artists, all driven by a shared love for Van Gogh’s legacy and a constant commitment to excellence in research.

The Van Gogh Academy is led by Wouter van der Veen, Catherine Roth, and Christophe Brochard, whose complementary skills ensure the smooth operation of the organization. It relies on a vast network of volunteers and service providers, comprising knowledgeable enthusiasts, art and culture professionals, and artists, all driven by a shared love for Van Gogh’s legacy and a constant commitment to excellence in research.
Among them, Michel Rayrole, who oversees social media and logistics, and Laurent Bourcellier, the graphic designer who created our logo and serves as artistic director, play an essential role in developing the Academy’s visual identity and online presence, as does Arnaud Weber, a web designer who has generously and wholeheartedly put his talent to work for our project.

The Van Gogh Academy also benefits from the invaluable support of Alexandre and Raphaël Fonseca, founders of the Galerie de la Vallée de l’Oise in Auvers-sur-Oise. By sharing their magnificent premises, they offer the Academy an exceptional setting where it can flourish and develop, fully immersed in the landscapes that inspired Van Gogh.

Our documentary collection comprises authentic and rare artworks, writings, and documents related to Vincent van Gogh’s life and work, including his relationships, influences, inspirations, and health. We strive to make these sources available to everyone who’s interested through an ongoing digitization campaign.

As part of the international research community dedicated to Van Gogh, we collaborate with numerous institutions and organizations that provide authoritative information on the artist’s life and work.

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