No, Vincent van Gogh did not use oil pastels in his artwork. Van Gogh is widely known for his vibrant oil paintings, which he created using oil paints on canvas.
Oil pastels, a medium that combines the characteristics of oil paint and pastel, were not invented until after Van Gogh’s time. They became popular in the late 20th century, while Van Gogh’s most active period as an artist was from the late 1880s until his death in 1890.
Van Gogh primarily worked with traditional oil paints, employing thick, expressive brush strokes and rich colors to convey emotion and energy in his pieces. His unique style and techniques—such as impasto and color theory—were centered around the oils he used, which allowed him to create the texture and depth for which he is famous.