It's Finally Here!

Well, the guessing is over and my newest Disney Dreams painting is finally here. It's called Tinker Bell and Peter Pan Fly to Neverland. It was a pleasure to paint and the big news is the limited edition canvas is already completely sold out--the fastest ever--which means that your nearest Thomas Kinkade gallery is now THE place to get this image.

We received so many guesses to our clues over the past few weeks-and got everything from Song of the South to Bambi. Thanks to all of you who took a shot at it. The response to the painting has been phenomenal. I am humbled by the incredible reaction to this classic Disney image.

The Final Clues

Have you guessed the name of my newest Disney Dreams painting? If not, don't fret, because here are three more interesting clues about the main subject of my latest image:

-She originally appeared in a stage play by J.M. Barrie in 1904 and then later in the 1911 Barrie novel, Peter & Wendy.

-She also appeared in a book series called Peter & the Starcatchers by Ridley Pearson and Dave Barry.

-Her small size prevents her from holding more than one feeling at a time, thus explaining her sudden mood swings.

Stay tuned for the big upcoming announcement.

Have You Guessed Yet? Here are 4 More Hints.

The title of my newest image contains the name of a classic Disney character. Here are some hints about her that will hopefully help you get closer to finding out the name of my newest Disney Dreams painting.

Hint #1: Her singing voice has been described as sounding like a bell.

Hint #2: She can turn spiteful if someone doesn't pay enough attention to her.

Hint #3: It was rumored that she was originally modeled after actress Marilyn Monroe.

Hint #4: She still flies over Disneyland every night during the summer.

Clue #2 for My Newest Disney Dreams Image

Here you go, Clue #2:

As Father's Day approaches (it's this Sunday, so get your gifts together now, kids!) I'd just like to say congratulations to all the great Dads out there who work so hard to raise their children and help to mold them into great adults. With four beautiful daughters who amaze me every single day, I know how fathers value their relationships with their children above all else.
Happy Father's Day!

Clue #1 for My Latest Disney Dreams Painting

What Disney Classic is the subject of my newest Disney Dreams painting?

We asked our readers to take a guess, and here's the first one:

"I would think that Bambi in the forest with all his friends would make a lovely Thomas Kinkade painting. Lots of lovely lighting work can be done with forest scenery. But I can't wait until tomorrow!"

-Tammy from Texas

Good guess, Tammy--but it's not Bambi. To make it easier for you, the main character in my newest Disney Dreams painting is not an animal, which will eliminate many classics like Dumbo, The Lion King and Bambi, just to name a few.

This photo may also help you. It's Clue #1.

My Newest Disney Dreams Image: Can You Guess What It Is?

The announcement of my newest Disney Dreams image will be taking place later this week and I’m very excited to unveil it. It’s based on an old favorite of mine and one that I’m sure will touch the hearts of Disney fans throughout the world.

My Disney Dreams Collection is a celebration of great moments from Walt Disney Films, many of which I first saw as a young child. Then, many years later, I was able to share these wonderful stories and films with my children, passing them on from one generation to another like so many parents have done.

So far, I have done four Disney images, including Pinocchio Wishes Upon A Star, Snow White Discovers the Cottage as the first of my Disney Dreams Collection; and then A New Day at the Cinderella Castle and Disneyland 50th Anniversary.


For my painting Pinocchio Wishes Upon A Star we see Pinocchio upon a hillside overlooking the setting of his adventures. We see Honest John and Geppetto's workshop where Pinocchio was formed. On the right we see Pleasure Island and Monstro the whale preparing to engulf Geppetto's sailing vessel. Butterflies and sparkles lend magical accents as the Blue Fairy and Jiminy Cricket look on.

My prayer is that my Disney Dreams Collection will make dreams come true for all who see these enchanted paintings.

What is my newest Disney Dreams painting? Look here tomorrow for my first hint…

More Impressions on Viva Las Vegas

My enjoyment of Las Vegas I think really dates back many years, to growing up and day dreaming about Las Vegas, having seen it in Rat Pack specials on T.V. where it is shown as a glamorous place filled with energy; filled with life. There was always a sense in my mind that Las Vegas had stories to tell and I was struck by the beauty of the city—not just by the energy and the night life, but actually by the desert panorama.

I had the chance to drive down out of the mountains one night and coming into the vast desert below and seeing Las Vegas unveiled as though from behind a theater curtain. The sky just seems bigger and the lights seem that much more intense, because they’re in contrast to this vast open plain in the desert.

What Was My Vantage Point for Viva Vas Vegas?

Many people have asked me what my vantage point was when I painted my newest image, Viva Las Vegas. One of our Las Vegas gallery owners, Mike Koligman, helped me come up with a great explanation with this recent comment:

“This is a very interesting composition. My wife and I racked our brains trying to figure out the vantage point. I then realized it was looking west down Tropicana Blvd. The great thing is that the New York-New York Casino (just behind MGM), Luxor, and most importantly the mountains are captured perfectly. The sunset and the sky are beautiful. Thom has done it - I've never seen this vantage point in any picture or poster and it's wonderful!”

Las Vegas: A Great Town with a Rich History

I never tire of visiting Las Vegas, the city of endless excitement and dazzling lights. But the real star of the show is the dramatic desert sky and the brilliant colors of this desert oasis. I utilized a radiant palette filled with the luminous colors that Vegas is famous for. Like memories of a whirlwind Vegas weekend, Viva Las Vegas is alive with excitement.

Las Vegas has grown at an incredible rate since it first established itself as a gambling mecca in the late 50's. Prior to that, it was just another dusty little town in Nevada.

Some things to note about Viva Las Vegas:

· I’ve placed 25 N’s in the painting, in honor of Nanette and to commemorate by 25 years as an artist.
· I put several hidden details in the image, including a Thomas Kinkade wedding chapel, the Statue of Liberty, and Elvis himself!
· My utilization of the Goodyear Blimp is a fanciful invention.
· I painted the seagulls swirling above the Las Vegas skyline as an illusion to the millions of visitors who come from foreign shores to visit the city every year.

My Newest Painting: Viva Las Vegas

This is actually my first tribute to Las Vegas. I have always enjoyed the energy this wonderful city generates, but I wanted to find the proper inspiration. As it turned out, all I needed was a plane ride. As I was swooping into Las Vegas during a recent road trip, I instructed the pilot of the small plane we were aboard to take an extra pass just above the Las Vegas strip. The sun was setting and the light was perfect. The view that lay spread before me became my painting Viva Las Vegas.