I've never been at odds with the world of contemporary artists. If there is any animosity, it's one-sided. Thomas Kinkade animosityartistcontemporary Change image and share on social
You have to expect spiritual warfare whenever you stand up for righteousness or call attention to basic values. It's just a matter of light battling the darkness. But the light wins every time. You can't throw enough darkness on light to put it out. Thomas Kinkade attentionbasicbattle share on social
I try to embrace people with love, unconditional love, like Christ did. Thomas Kinkade christembracelove Change image and share on social
Rather than set aside daily time for prayer, I pray constantly and spontaneously about everything I encounter on a daily basis. When someone shares something with me, I'll often simply say, 'let's pray about this right now.' Thomas Kinkade basisconstantlydaily share on social
The worlds I paint leave a lot to engage the imagination by hinting at what lies beyond the four edges of the painting. I think getting beyond the four edges of an opportunity or challenge is one of the basic skills you need in business. Thomas Kinkade basicbusinesschallenge share on social
Balance, peace, and joy are the fruit of a successful life. It starts with recognizing your talents and finding ways to serve others by using them. Thomas Kinkade balancefindfruit Change image and share on social
The disintegration of the culture starts with the artist. I'm on a crusade to turn the tide in the arts, to restore dignity to the arts and, by extension, to the culture. Thomas Kinkade artartistcrusade Change image and share on social
I grew up in a broken home. My dad was out of the home when I was five years old. I never knew him very well. Thomas Kinkade breakdadgrow Change image and share on social
What I paint touches on foundational life values. Home, family, peacefulness. And one of the messages I try to constantly get across is, 'Slow it down and enjoy every moment.' Thomas Kinkade constantlyenjoyfamily Change image and share on social
I love audio books, and when I paint I'm always listening to a book. I find that my imagination really takes flight in the painting process when I'm listening to audio books. Thomas Kinkade audiobookfind Change image and share on social