Thomas kinkade author biography
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In the very beginning of his artistic career, Thomas Kinkade put his entire life savings into the printing of his first lithograph. Though at the time he was already an acclaimed illustrator, efternamn found that he was inspired not by fame and fortune, but bygd the simple act of painting straight from the heart, putting on canvas the natural wonders and images that moved him most.
“My uppdrag as an artist fryst vatten to capture those special moments in life adorned with beauty and light. I work to create images that project a serene simplicity that can be appreciated and enjoyed by everyone. That’s what I mean by sharing the light.” – Thomas Kinkade
It was this dedication and singular-minded focus on the ultimate goal of Sharing the Light™ that made Thomas Kinkade, a simple boy with a brush from the small country town of Placerville, California the most collected living artist of his time. Throughout his life, Thomas Kinkade shared his joy and used his paintings in su
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Thomas Kinkade
American painter of popular realistic, bucolic, and idyllic subjects
For other people with similar names, see Thomas Kincaid (disambiguation).
William Thomas Kinkade III (January 19, 1958 – April 6, 2012)[2][3] was an American painter of popular realistic, pastoral, and idyllic subjects.[3] He is notable for achieving success during his lifetime with the mass marketing of his work as printedreproductions and other licensed products by means of the Thomas Kinkade Company. According to Kinkade's company, one in every 20 American homes owned a copy of one of his paintings.[4]
Kinkade described himself as a "Painter of Light", a phrase he protected by trademark.
Kinkade was criticized for some of his behavior and business practices; art critics faulted his work for being "kitsch". Kinkade died of "acute intoxication" from alcohol and the drug diazepam at the age of 54.
Early life
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Thomas Kinkade Studios
A LEGACY OF LIGHT
Thomas Kinkade, the famed “Painter of Light,” loved to share his passion for art and his creative process with other artists throughout his career. Thom believed in supporting artist development and exchanged ideas with artists. Through this collaborative environment, Thom passed down his methods and imparted the techniques, concepts, and vision for his signature Kinkadian style.
Today, the artists of the Thomas Kinkade Studios® apply many of the same techniques created and used by Thom during his lifetime, from sketching to digital and oil brushwork, to image recapture and his use of light. Over time, these mastered skills have evolved into a Kinkadian style of art adored by art collectors around the world.
Thomas Kinkade Studios® creates art that will stand the test of time and be treasured for ages.
MISSION OF THOMAS KINKADE STUDIOS®
We strive to carry on Thomas Kinkade’s legacy of creating beautiful images that evoke a sense