Thomas Kinkade named Indianapolis
Motor Speedway Centennial Era Artist
Pictured above, Thomas Kinkade revealed
this image, called Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 100th
Anniversary, during the cocktail hour at the elegant Gala in the
Indiana Convention Center. I wanted to capture the excitement and speed
of an Indy race. I describe it as a celebration on canvas, the
painting spans the 100 years of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway's
history.
-Thomas Kinkade
New Painting Unveiled At
Gala
Thomas Kinkade will be celebrating his 25th
anniversary as a published artist in 2009.
Scroll down for video of the event
Monday, Feb. 9, 2009
Joie Chitwood, Indianapolis Motor Speedway President and COO, today
announced that Thomas Kinkade, renowned artist known as The Painter of
Light, has been named the featured artist for the Indianapolis Motor
Speedway Centennial Era. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Centennial Era
is a three-year celebration that kicks off with the Centennial Era Gala
this month.
Thomas Kinkade will create a new Studio Masterwork that will capture
the excitement, color and thrill of the Indianapolis Speedway on
canvas. The working title of the new painting is, Indianapolis Motor
Speedway, 100th Anniversary. An Impressionist "study"
of the image will become the cover for the collectible 2009 Indianapolis
500 Program. The painting will be unveiled Feb. 27 at the Centennial Era
Gala, according to Joie Chitwood.
In making the announcement, Mr. Chitwood stated, "We're thrilled that
Thomas Kinkade is capturing the moments of our Centennial Era through
his beautiful art," IMS president and chief operating officer Joie
Chitwood further remarked, "As The Painter of Light, Thomas Kinkade's
work is known and loved worldwide. The themes that inspire his work -
family, tradition and community - are a perfect match for the
Indianapolis Motor Speedway as we celebrate this important time in our
history."
The completed painting is being kept under wraps until its unveiling
as part of the kickoff of the three-year series of events. Thomas
Kinkade's painting is described as a celebration on canvas. The
narrative of the painting will be the historical significance of the 100
years of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway's history.
Thomas Kinkade was asked to say a few words about the painting.
"Imagine an image that details the running of the Indy 500 - but
incorporates the cars from the past through today!" Kinkade said. "It
will include the magnificence of the famous Pagoda, the historical
significance of the Brickyard - and of course the city of Indianapolis
in the distance... It is a historical encapsulation - celebrating the
icons of America's first, and still its most prestigious raceway."
In addition to the Studio version of the painting, Thom has created
a colorful Impressionist work for the Centennial Era Gala program cover.
Capturing all the excitement of Indy, this Impressionist image, will
capture a moment in time. Thomas Kinkade has captured that moment as
cars flash by the stands. American flags are flying on a perfect
Memorial Day weekend. It is the perfect expression of the thrill of
racing for which Indianapolis Motor Speedway has become easily
identifiable.
Established in 1909, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has long been an
icon of motorsports excellence. Beginning in 2009, the Speedway
celebrates its Centennial, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the
opening of the facility in 2009. In 2011, there will be another
celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Indianapolis 500
Mile Race. This period, 2009-2011 will be known as the Indianapolis
Motor Speedway Centennial Era.
Thomas Kinkade and The Thomas Kinkade Company are also celebrating a
milestone in 2009. Celebrating his 25th anniversary as a
published artist, today Thomas Kinkade is the most widely collected
living artist. He is known around the world for his cottages,
lighthouses, and mountain cabins that have a life affirming message.
These tranquil paintings affirm the basic values of family and faith.
Kinkade has received numerous accolades for his art. Learn more
about Thomas Kinkade, his art, and his life by visiting our
Thomas Kinkade Biography page.
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Thomas Kinkade has captured the moments of
Indianapolis Motor Speedway's Centennial Era through this beautiful
study entitled Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 100th Anniversary Study.
This colorful and exuberant Impressionist work will be displayed on the
cover of the Centennial Era Gala Program Commemorative Book. It is also
the basis for the upcoming Studio Masterworks that will commemorate the
100th Anniversary of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway due to be released
later this Spring.
Video
 Part
1 - Thomas Kinkade Sketches Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Follow Thomas Kinkade as he
scouts the location and begins sketching "Indy
Excitement,
Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 100th Anniversary" |
 Part
2 - Thomas Kinkade Sketches Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Follow Thomas Kinkade as he
scouts the location and begins sketching "Indy
Excitement,
Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 100th Anniversary" |
 Part
3 - Thomas Kinkade Sketches Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Follow Thomas Kinkade as he
scouts the location and begins sketching "Indy
Excitement,
Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 100th Anniversary" |
 Part
4 - Thomas Kinkade Sketches Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Follow Thomas Kinkade as he
scouts the location and begins sketching "Indy
Excitement,
Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 100th Anniversary" |
 Part
5 - Thomas Kinkade Attends Gala unveiling
Thomas Kinkade and his wife
Nanette attend the unveiling of, "Indy Excitement,
Indianapolis Motor
Speedway, 100th Anniversary".
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6 - Tony Stewart on racing at Indianapolis Motor
SpeedwayTony
Stewart discusses the importance of the Indianapolis
Motor Speedway to the sport of racing. |
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