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July 2005 Release
"The thatched roof cottages of rural England have charmed and intrigued
me; the splendid manor houses scattered throughout the countryside have
tantalized me with their taste of noble living. But I have never before
painted the great English metropolis, the bustling, light filled jewel of
nostalgia and history that is London.
London is the rarest of contemporary cities – at once rich with picturesque
landmarks and invigorated by modern energies. I set up my easel at just this
spot to capture its two faces. I painted within the shadows of Westminster
Bridge, ancient and massive, while a regal sunset illuminated the
reflections of the House of Parliament and the Tower of Big Ben in the
silvery water of the Thames.
A stately old tugboat passed by as I painted and I decided to include it in
my London. I had some fun with the river, hiding the periscope of a vintage
submarine in its depths – perhaps an outgrowth of my recent readings
regarding London’s participation as our ally during the war my father fought
in – World War II. And does that bottle bobbing under the bridge hold a love
letter to my wife Nanette, or is it instead a love letter to this glorious
city?"
- Thomas Kinkade |
July's stately release is available in 18x24, 25.5x34 and
30x40 canvas sizes. Thomas Kinkade has long held a fondness for the United
Kingdom, and has lovingly painted these British landmarks at sunset, one of
the most beautiful times of day. He also has also placed 15 N’s hidden
within the painting in honor of Nanette. For more details about London - please contact your Art of the South
consultant today!
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