Vincent was born in Holland
Had a brother with the same identical name
He produced one of his most famous artworks while he was in the mental hospital. (Starry night)
Vincent was close friends with another famous artist
He taught himself how to paint and had very little training (self taught)
He became famous after his death
Only sold one painting in his life span. (The red vineyard)
He had several siblings
Vincent Van Gough's father was Reverend Theodorus Van Gough
His birth date was March 30, 1853 (Anna Cornelia Carbentus gave birth to him in Holland)