Prestel’s Van Gogh: The Pop-Up Book is a brilliantly crafted homage to one of art history’s most visionary painters. Created by acclaimed American author and illustrator David A. Carter, renowned for his inventive pop-up books for both children and adults, this exquisite volume showcases the exceptional quality and ingenuity that have long defined his work. Carter’s bestselling Bugs series has sold over six million copies in the U.S., and his books 600 Black Spots (2007) and White Noise (2008) were both selected for the New York Times 10 Best Illustrated Children’s Book Award.

In this stunning publication, readers see the vibrant artistry of Vincent van Gogh burst into life through dazzling three-dimensional interpretations of five of his most celebrated works. Each scene is engineered with remarkable precision, transforming masterpieces into immersive pop-up environments that highlight the emotional depth and dynamic movement of Van Gogh’s technique.

The swirling sky of The Starry Night, the serene intimacy of The Bedroom, the lush energy of Wheatfield with Cypresses, the glowing charm of Café Terrace at Night, and the delicate beauty of Almond Blossom each emerge with meticulous detail. These sculptural interpretations offer a tactile, engaging encounter with Van Gogh’s world, amplifying the vibrant hues that define his work.

Beautifully produced and superbly designed, Van Gogh: The Pop-Up Book is a memorable, immersive experience, an extraordinary Prestel edition that brings Van Gogh’s unparalleled vision to life in an unforgettable way. Festive season sorted!

Meanwhile, The Amsterdam Museum has announced a vibrant new exhibition, on view 13 February–17 May 2026, exploring the power and complexity of the colour yellow. Warm, radiant and exuberant, yet at times bold or even unsettling, yellow takes centre stage in a presentation featuring works by Vincent van Gogh and his contemporaries, complemented by music, literature and fashion.

Inspired by Van Gogh’s own declaration, “How beautiful yellow is!”, the show begins with Sunflowers and traces how artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries embraced the colour: from Turner’s sun-drenched canvases, once said to resemble “yellow fever,” to the audacious yellow covers of modern French novels. It also highlights the spiritual and sensory associations explored by artists such as Hilma af Klint and Wassily Kandinsky.

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