Kinkade's mass appeal stems from his unique ability to emphasize simple pleasures and convey inspirational messages. Through its paintings, The Thomas Kinkade Story is an intriguing look at the artists life and work. Each period in Kinkade's career is examined: from his early days as he meets the mentors and friends who will influence him; through the 80s, when he...
Read moreKinkade's mass appeal stems from his unique ability to emphasize simple pleasures and convey inspirational messages. Through its paintings, The Thomas Kinkade Story is an intriguing look at the artists life and work. Each period in Kinkade's career is examined: from his early days as he meets the mentors and friends who will influence him; through the 80s, when he becomes a recognized painter; and through the 90s, as he paints groundbreaking scenes of Northern California, and then progresses from his English Cottage period to his use of soft light and color at the turn of the millennium.
Biography
Rick F. Barnett is considered to be the world's foremost authority on the artwork of Thomas Kinkade. He is also the Executive Director of the Thomas Kinkade National Archive.
Thomas Kinkade, the celebrated "Painter of Light" and subject of over forty-five books, is the most widely-collected artist in America today. He has been named to both the U.S. Art Magazine Hall of Fame and the Bradford International Hall of Fame for collectible artists. Kinkade raises millions of dollars each year for the Thomas Kinkade Foundation, which supports national programs to encourage children in the arts.
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