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Artist Thomas Kinkade dies at 54

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http://kdvr.com/2012/04/07/artist-thomas-kinkade-dies-at-54/

(CNN) — Thomas Kinkade, one of the most popular artists in America, has died at his California home, his family said.

He was 54.

“Thom provided a wonderful life for his family,” his wife, Nanette, said in a statement late Friday night. “We are shocked and saddened by his death.”

His death at his Los Gatos home appeared to be from natural causes, according to the family. More details will be released in the days ahead.

Art from the self-described “painter of light” adorns many living rooms in America. It emphasizes simple pleasures and warm, positive images of idyllic cottages, lighthouses and colorful gardens.

“My mission as an artist is to capture those special moments in life adorned with beauty and light,” Kinkade said in a message on his website. “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.”

Kinkade was also an author, and his top sellers included “Masterworks of Light” and “The Artist’s Guide to Sketching.”

He painted more than 1,000 pieces on various topics, including cabins, nature scenes, seascapes and classic Americana.
 
Now all those $2 paintings will be worth $6! Middle-aged housewives across the midwest will be rolling in it!

No, no, but seriously - I do not enjoy his art.

Sad for someone to die at such a young age, nonetheless. 🙁
 
Wow, I worked in the warehouse for several of the Denver metro area stores. I met him briefly once at one of the shows and he was a really decent guy. My thoughts go out to his family and friends. Rest in peace Thomas.
 
Now all those $2 paintings will be worth $6! Middle-aged housewives across the midwest will be rolling in it!

No, no, but seriously - I do not enjoy his art.

Sad for someone to die at such a young age, nonetheless. 🙁

Better than Pollock, at least.
 
who'd have thunk it... the guy painting your favorite doctor's waiting room prints OD'd

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs...ntal-overdose/2012/05/08/gIQAcjdVBU_blog.html

Thomas Kinkade, the “Painter of Light” whose collectible works were beloved by fans and bemoaned by critics, died of an accidental overdose of alcohol and prescription tranquilizers, officials confirmed to the Associated Press. A combination of Valium and alcohol was the cause of the painter’s April 6 death, the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office said Tuesday.
 
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