Symbolism in Thomas Kinkade Paintings

One of the most intriguing things about Thomas Kinkade artworks is decoding the hidden meanings behind many of the common features he used in his works.

Thomas Kinkade "The Lights of Christmastown"

Let's look at some of his most common themes in his new release "Thomas Kinkade Signed and Numbered Limited Edition Fine Art Print and Hand-Embellished with Painted Accents Giclee Canvas :"The Lights of Christmastown".

In this piece you will see his theme of light. It's more than beautiful glows and colors. It also represents faith and guidance.

Notice the smoke rising from the chimney from some of the homes? Kinkade often used that to bring an element of warmth to that home.

Thomas Kinkade was famous for his rendition of lights in homes, churches and buildings. They were more than just elements to brighten a painting, they also represent traditional family values that Kinkade himself held dear.

The activity in the piece is a lot more than just cars driving, or a tractor moving along at a pace, for Kinkade, the use of people or vehicles in a state of movement represented the constant changes in life that we are faced with.

Two fun elements to look for in his paintings are lamp posts and the letter "N". The lamp post was meant as a reminder of welcoming our friends and loved ones, also it's still the symbol used by the Thomas Kinkade Company. Frequently Kinkade would hide the letter "N" around his paintings, they are difficult to find but you can find them in nearly every one. They are a tribute of love to his wife Nanette. Want to know how many "N's" are in a piece? Just look to the lower corner (it varies whether it is on the left or right hand side) and there will be a number in red. This number is how many hidden "N's" to look for in the painting.

Thomas Kinkade is a fabulously collectible artist and learning his language he used when creating his artworks, you can see that every painting really does tell a story.

Thomas Kinkade and Lionel Trains Celebrate Christmas 2012

"All Aboard for Christmas" by Thomas Kinkade

Thomas Kinkade and Christmas go hand in hand, no denying that. And another icon of the holiday season are Lionel Trains. For Christmas 2012, Thomas Kinkade has paired up with Lionel trains in this amazing piece to celebrate days gone by.

One of the things that makes this piece so incredibly special is that it is one of last pieces done by Kinkade before he passed away in April 2012.

This artwork brings a life a snapshot in time that he himself drew upon boyhood memories that took him back to a childhood when the security of family traditions and remembering what a fun adventure that traveling by train could be.

No one, but no one can capture lights in the sky as well as buildings as well as Thomas Kinkade. The play of light versus dark in his artworks is one the key elements in the reason Thomas Kinkade artworks will meld literally into any decor scheme. If you have a lighter type of decor, the lights in the piece will compliment your lighter items in the room. If you have a darker color scheme in your room you plan to display this piece, the darkness of the Lionel train and shades on the water-tower and other shadow elements will make this piece pop when combined with a darker decor.

Also consider this piece as an excellent housewarming gift for someone who is getting married or setting up housekeeping during the holiday season. It will be a warm reminder year after year.

There are 4 size options :

• 12x18 
• 18x27
• 24x36
• 28x42

There are two styles to choose this limited edition in. Either a Giclee on paper or hand embelished canvas. Either will look outstanding and celebrating a traditional Christmas with a beautifully done Thomas Kinkade calling back to the romantic days of Lionel Trains causing a buzz in town on a snowy Christmas Day, can be the perfect way to showcase your own holiday spirit.
Make this artwork your own "All Aboard for Christmas" Thomas Kinkade.