As a young artist searching for purpose and meaning, I experimented with many different styles, or genres, of painting as a student. While in school at UC Berkeley, or later at the Art Center of Pasadena, I struggled to find my own personal style, something which had meaning for me upon which I could build my life's work. A bit of this journey is chronicled in the film Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage, and I'm delighted to share with you that the DVD will be released this November. I hope you will enjoy this snapshot of my life as a young artist as I return home for Christmas during a turbulent emotional time. The film is entirely based on actual events, and if I may say so, is an excellent representation of reality. Directed by Michael Campus, with an incredible original score by Aaron Zigman, and featuring the incredible talent of Jared Padalecki, Marcia Gay Harden and Peter O'Toole. Jared plays the young Thomas Kinkade. Though I’m not sure I ever measured up to Jared’s good looks - in personality at least, Nanette claims that Jared is very much like I was back then!
Monday, October 6, 2008
A BIT OF MY JOURNEY
As a young artist searching for purpose and meaning, I experimented with many different styles, or genres, of painting as a student. While in school at UC Berkeley, or later at the Art Center of Pasadena, I struggled to find my own personal style, something which had meaning for me upon which I could build my life's work. A bit of this journey is chronicled in the film Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage, and I'm delighted to share with you that the DVD will be released this November. I hope you will enjoy this snapshot of my life as a young artist as I return home for Christmas during a turbulent emotional time. The film is entirely based on actual events, and if I may say so, is an excellent representation of reality. Directed by Michael Campus, with an incredible original score by Aaron Zigman, and featuring the incredible talent of Jared Padalecki, Marcia Gay Harden and Peter O'Toole. Jared plays the young Thomas Kinkade. Though I’m not sure I ever measured up to Jared’s good looks - in personality at least, Nanette claims that Jared is very much like I was back then!
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My husband and I have enjoyed your ventures throughout the years. I have been a fan through your paintings and your books. You have shown us the light in many ways. To think that now we will be able to see it all on dvd. Looking forward to seeing the movie and the time when I can add it to my Thomas Kinkade's collection. Thank you for sharing the light.
Dear Mr. Kinkade, I don't know if this comment will reach you since you have such a busy schedule. But, I wanted to know if you have any advice for a young artist struggling to find a path and style and wondering whether to pursue the God given gift of art? When was it that you knew that God had chosen you to share his work through your art? Thank you so much for your time. Keep up the good work.
your fan,
Sonseria Hubbard
opheliaswings@yahoo.com
thom it was nice meeting you and your wife september 27 in glatinburg my mom took our picture god bless tina
I just finished watching this beautiful movie. Thank you for
sharing this amazing story. It touched me deeply as I can relate to some of the experiences. I am a single mom of 3 kids myself and have lost my home, and soon my job, but I am managing to keep my faith.Thanks for reminding us all about keeping the faith and love going. One can never be reminded enough. God Bless to you and your family....Happy Holidays!
I watched the Christmas Cottage last night and cried through many parts of it. It is an outstanding movie with a great message. Kudos to you for staying strong during the tough times. It makes me appreciate your work even more. I love looking at them everyday. It was a great day in March when I was able to purchase my first and second works of art. Please continue to inspire and share.
Good Evening,
I just watched your movie and it was so delightful to watch-thank you for sharing your story with us and thank you so much for your paintings and writings. Every December I read a little devotional book you put out in the past and its such a joy to look at the pictures as I read it. It is my calling to have a home like the ones you paint so there are always little lights glowing in our home to welcome friends and families. May God continue to Bless you and your family as you paint light!
Tress
Have just finished watching the movie, the christmas cottage and must tell you how amazing it was. Beautifully and tastefully made, great cast and scenery but most of all a wonderful message which was not lost throughout. Made me laugh and cry and think, created images in my mind all the way through it, images I had long forgotten of past times, kudos to all the wonderful people who worked so hard on this movie and also I thank you for giving me a reason to learn more about you, your life and your work...I splash your life with blessings...
Serenity...Australia
How wonderful to find a movie that our whole family can watch. Your movie is a lovely gift to all who watch it.
Blessings,
MJ
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