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A bold new edition of the groundbreaking book by two of America''s most prominent visual artists, James Gurney (Dinotopia, Color and Light), and Thomas Kinkade, freshly updated with a new introduction, archival photographs, and illuminating text to guide a new generation of illustrators. Since its release in 1982, The Artist''s Guide to Sketching has become a classic art guide for students and laypeople around the world. The book includes instruction and artwork by James Gurney and Thomas Kinkade--two students who would go on to fame with Dinotopia (Gurney) and as the "Painter of Light" (Kinkade). This new edition restores the classic text with updated visuals and a special section chronicling the book''s origins and the friendship, drawing on archives from Gurney and the Kinkade family estate. Chapters and topics include: Chapter 1: THE EXPERIENCE OF SKETCHING (Coping with the Weather, Sketching at Night, Sitting or Standing?, Dealing with Curious Spectators, Being Inconspicuous, At Home Amid the Elements Chapter 2: MATERIALS (Sketchbooks, Pencils, Pens, Markers, Wash and Drybrush, Sketchboxes and Carrying Cases, Experiencing Your Materials) Chapter 3: ACHIEVING ACCURACY: (When to Use an Underdrawing, How Much Underdrawing is Necessary, Establishing the Large Shapes, Measuring Lengths, Measuring Slopes, Using Perspective Guidelines, Constructing with Geometric Forms, Completed Underdrawing, The Final Execution) Chapter 4: CAPTURING MOTION (Freezing Motion: A New Way of Drawing, Learning to Observe Motion, Training Your Memory, Getting It Down Fast, The Scribble Approach, The Gestural Approach, The Mannikin Approach, The Tonal Mass Approach, When Your Subject Moves Unexpectedly, Places to Go for Motion Sketching) Chapter 5: CREATING MOOD (Choosing a Subject, Noting Impressions, Composing with Thumbnails, Selectivity, Center of Interest, Dramatic Opposition, Delicacy, Mystery, Structure and Expression) Chapter 6: USING IMAGINATION (Dare to be Creative, Being Imaginative On-the-Spot, Exaggeration, Changing Context and Scale, Using Anthropomorphism, Additions and Combinations, Feeding the Imagination, Becoming More Imaginative) Chapter 7: STUDYING NATURE (Nature: Your Personal Drawing Workshop, The Experience of Nature Sketching, Plants, Animals, Sketching at the Zoo, Natural History Museum, Clouds, Rocks and Landforms, The Benefits of Studying Nature) Chapter 8: SKETCHING PEOPLE (Finding Raw Material, Exaggerating Character Traits, The Cartoon Approach, Portraying People in Their Environment, Two Characters, Group Composition, The On-The-Spot Portrait, Making People Sketches Come Alive, Family and Friends: Your Free Models) Chapter 9: EXPLORING THE MAN-MADE WORLD (Begin with the Commonplace, Sketching the Home, Indicating Building Exteriors, Signs and Letterforms, A New Look at Machines, Using Clutter, On-The-Spot Spot Research, Using Written Notes, Thinking As a Documentary Artist, The Joy of Exploration) Chapter 10: SKETCHING IN YOUR LIFE (Keeping Specialized Sketchbooks, Developing Sketches into Paintings, Sharing Sketches With Others, Sketching Alone or With Others)

Celebrate the timeless charm of iconic Disney characters and stories with a brand-new Disney Dreams coloring book by Thomas Kinkade Studios. This coloring book is sure to delight Disney fans of all ages and inspire hours of creativity. The 45 images include beloved Disney characters and movies, from Mickey Mouse to Maleficient, Pinnochio to Frozen. Each image was created from the Disney Dreams Collection of paintings by the Thomas Kinkade Studios and is presented in color across the page from the exceptionally detailed black line art of the same image. Celebrate Disney''s 100 year legacy by recreating captivating artwork. Perfect for any Disney lover and budding artist! 7.25" x 9.5" closed Soft cover 96 pages Full-color art of image opposite black line art to color Uncoated paper suitable for crayons, colored pencils, and gel pens (c) Disney

Inspire the wanderer in you. Experience memorable destinations across the United States and Europe with this immersive coloring book by Thomas Kinkade Studios. From inviting cafes to alluring seascapes, and iconic landmarks, color your way through a breathtaking tour of sights, near and far. Allow Thomas Kinkade Studios to draw you into the streets of Paris, the romance of Savannah, and the sheer splendor of Yosemite. This unique coloring book features fifty beautiful scenes presented in color alongside line art of the same image ready for your creative touch. Find yourself transported as you create your own renditions of captivating artwork from Thomas Kinkade Studios. Includes an ultimate bucket list of sights from favorite places like Amsterdam, Chicago, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, Munich, New England, San Francisco, Spain, Venice, and much more.

Coloring Snow White, Cinderella, Pocahontas, Ariel, Tiana, and other Disney Princesses is easy and fun with this special coloring book that contains more than 40 coloring pages. Each image was created from the Disney Dreams Collection of paintings by the Thomas Kinkade Studios and is presented in color across from the exceptionally detailed black line art of the same image. Create your own renditions of Disney Princesses from Disney movies such as Snow White, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Cinderella, Pocahontas, Tangled, Sleeping Beauty, and The Princess and the Frog. This coloring book is perfect for fans of Disney princesses and Thomas Kinkade Studios'' Disney Dreams paintings.

Color your favorite Disney Princess in a setting imagined by Thomas Kinkade. The large-format Disney Princess Coloring Poster Book features exceptionally detailed black line art so fans of all ages can create their own interpretations of classic Disney stories such as Snow White, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Cinderella, Pocahontas, Tangled, Sleeping Beauty, and The Princess and the Frog. This deluxe poster book contains 16 large, 11 x 14 easily removable coloring pages, printed on bright white, high-quality card stock. Each image, suitable for framing, was created from the Disney Dreams Collection of paintings by the Thomas Kinkade Studios. With the poster book''s sturdy backer, coloring Snow White, Cinderella, Pocahontas, Ariel, Tiana, and other iconic characters is easy and fun The full-color images are included in the back of the book to encourage and inspire you. This very special coloring poster book is perfect for fans of Disney princesses and Thomas Kinkade Studios'' Disney Dreams paintings.

Now you can color along with the master, Thomas Kinkade, Painter of Light. And what could be better than coloring these paintings with the timeless magic of classic Disney stories and their captivating characters? In this unique coloring book, sixty-three paintings from Thomas Kinkade''s Disney Dreams Collection are presented in color across from the black line art of the same image. Enter the world of the Painter of Light as you create your own renditions of these paintings inspired by classic Disney movies, including The Jungle Book, Lady and the Tramp, Sleeping Beauty, and many more.

Amanda Harding, a recent graduate and accomplished musician, reluctantly comes home to Cape Light and hopes to find a seat in a big-city symphony. In the meantime, the job of music director at Reverend Bens church seems good enough. Unfortunately, she must share her practice space with Gabriel Bailey, the rough-around-the-edges craftsman. But something rare and wonderful flourishes between them. When Amanda is offered an opportunity to perform far from Cape Light, Gabriel encourages her to pursue it. But must she choose between her music and losing Gabriel forever?

At Christmas, a graduate student studying in Cape Light falls in love with his complete opposite, while an ailing family matriarch returns to Angel Island to heal a family rift.

Thomas Kinkade, the Painter of Light, has a magic touch. His paintings are warm, inviting, and inspiring masterpieces. In Friends for Life by Thomas Kinkade, the talented artist combines some of his most heartwarming works with thoughts on lifelong friendship. This endearing book features Thomas Kinkade''s art paired with inspirational quotes from the artist himself and others such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, George Eliot, and Martin Luther King Jr. Copyright (c) 2005 Thomas Kinkade The Thomas Kinkade Company, Morgan Hill, CA

Elbert Hubbard once said, "The teacher is one who makes two ideas grow where only one grew before." True for teachers and students, and true, in a way, for Thomas Kinkade, the well-known painter-communicator who cultivated two ideas-his evocative paintings and the wisdom of teaching-until they grew into a single successful tribute to teachers of all kinds. A Teacher''s Gift does an outstanding job of recognizing the value that teachers bring to us all. Whether they work in a formal educational setting, befriend a relative, or mentor a coworker, teachers make a lasting impact on the world. Thomas Kinkade-perhaps with a nod toward his own teachers-uses his paintings to illustrate this collection of thoughts and inspirations from great writers, thinkers, and philosophers, including Benjamin Franklin, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Doris Lessing, Plato, Einstein, and many others. The artist even passes on some teaching wisdom of his own along the way. The combination of these great quotations and Thomas Kinkade''s calm and reflective scenes naturally puts the reader in a quiet and serene mood, perfect for recalling teachers of their own and the difference they''ve made.

Whether he''s a proud new father or a man enjoying his grandchildren, any dad will be touched by this new Little Book from Thomas Kinkade. Kinkade''s majestic artwork complements his own advice and quotations by others on the joyous experience of being a father.

Christmas evokes some of the most vivid memories we have. Whether it''s the new fallen snow, the smell of gingerbread cookies baking, or decorating the tree, it conjures up recollections of past celebrations. Thomas Kinkade is a well-known painter and author who spreads inspiration through art. Known as the "Painter of Light," Thomas generates joy and beauty in all his creations. A Christmas Celebration features uplifting passages from notables such as Helen Steiner Rice, Charles Dickens, Oliver Wendell Holmes, and Thomas Kinkade''s own musings. Each page is designed with an inspiring quote and painting to evoke the true celebration of Christmas. Copyright 2005 Thomas Kinkade, The Thomas Kinkade Company, Inc., Morgan Hill, CA

Thomas Kinkade has always cherished the qualities that make America great. The Painter of Light radiantly imbues each piece of his art with tranquillity, love, faith, and family—all attributes of this great nation that has clung together through thick and thin. Now, in Let Freedom Ring, Kinkade has paired some of his most poignant paintings with magnificent words of freedom. The words of notable men and women from George Washington to Abraham Lincoln to John F. Kennedy to Katherine Lee Bates add an even greater inspirational touch to Kinkade''s glorious art. Copyright 2005 Thomas Kinkade, The Thomas Kinkade Company, Inc., Morgan Hill, CA

Becoming a parent is a blessing that forever changes lives. Filled with Thomas Kinkade artwork and quotes from notable writers, this Little Book commemorates the miracle that comes with having a child.

A sister knows the heart of a sister like no other-and, sometimes, only the heart, mind, and hand of a sister will do. The Painter of Light, Thomas Kinkade, celebrates the bond between sisters in this Little Book.

Thomas Kinkade believes in the transforming power of light, and believes that freedom casts the greatest, purest light of all. Filled with inspiring quotations and Kinkade''s art, this Little Book offers hope-filled patriotism.

A poignant reminder of the blessings life holds, this gift book features the enchanting paintings of Thomas Kinkade with accompanying quotations on the bounty of God''s gifts.

Thomas Kinkade''s luminous paintings illustrate his and others'' inspirational words on the power of faith. This beautiful Little Book is the perfect gift for those who cherish their faith.

The Christmas season is full of shopping and holiday cheer, but in this novel in the Cape Light series, finding one’s true purpose is the greatest gift of all… Reverend Ben has been ignoring his health recently, and it’s finally caught up with him in the form of a heart problem requiring bypass surgery. Since Ben will need six weeks of recuperation and rehab, an interim minister is assigned to the congregation. Reverend Isabel Lawrence is young, yet she has a quiet but steady way of connecting with the members of the church. While most of the congregation was troubled by the absence of Reverend Ben, Isabel has ultimately reassured them with her warmth and understanding. Meanwhile, Ben has secretly been considering when he should retire. Is this health setback a sign that it’s time to start a new phase of his life? As Ben grows stronger, he starts to wonder if he’s really ready to celebrate his final Christmas as pastor. After all, Christmas is a time for giving, but retiring and presenting Isabel with his much-treasured job might be the biggest test of faith Ben has ever had to face...

In Cape Light a troubled marriage is healed by a runaway teenager and a divorced woman finds happiness with a struggling magazine writer who dresses up as Santa Claus.

As a painter and a person, I believe in the overwhelming power of light. Whether it''s the strong lighthouse beam cutting through thick fog or the warm glow of firelight emanating from a cottage window, light fills us with hope, warmth, and serenity. Light truly has the power to illuminate our lives and guide us home." -Thomas Kinkade The lighthouse remains one of civilization''s strongest symbols. Through its image of light and strength are projected some of our most cherished values: hope, direction, steadfastness, duty, reliability, comfort, and home. Artist and author Thomas Kinkade knows this powerful symbolism well, and he captures it through this collection of paintings and inspiring thoughts, Beacons of Light. "...[Even] in times of darkness and doubt, there are always bastions of hope and beacons of light to guide us," Mr. Kinkade writes. "For some, the light is powerful friendship, for others, a strong family, and for many, the guiding light comes from an unshakeable faith in God." These are the thoughts and sentiments that flow forth from Beacons of Light. Thomas Kinkade''s majestic and light-filled paintings combine with inspiring quotations from many of history''s greatest thinkers for memorable impact in this heartwarming collection. Louisa May Alcott, T. S. Eliot, James Allen, Emily Brontë, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Edith Wharton, and Thomas Kinkade himself are but a few of the many sources lending voice to Beacons of Light. Their effect-when matched with the artist''s windswept seas, rugged architecture, and life-sustaining beams of light-is uplifting and inspirational. Copyright © 2005 Thomas Kinkade, Media Arts Group, Inc., Morgan Hill, CA.

"Christmas! ''Tis the season for kindling the fire of hospitality in the hall, the genial fire of charity in the heart."No holiday has the power to captivate our senses or dominate our memories quite like Christmas. And perhaps no contemporary artist has the power to captivate our imaginations quite like Thomas Kinkade. His tranquil, light-infused paintings evoke a world where love, faith, family, and home provide guiding lights for life. In this enchanting book, Kinkade''s luminous paintings are accompanied by inspired and joyful words about Christmas from some of history''s greatest writers, poets, and thinkers. The Light of Christmas will shine as a family tradition for years to come. Copyright 2005 Thomas Kinkade, The Thomas Kinkade Company, Inc., Morgan Hill, CA

Each full-color spread features an extra-large planning grid and loads of room for notes and lists. A Bible verse and a snippet from some of Thomas Kinkade’s loveliest paintings are included on every spread. Thomas Kinkade began publishing his paintings so that he could share his passion for beauty and art. Thom painted more than a thousand masterworks. There is no greater testament to his belief that art should be accessible for everyone to enjoy than the millions of Thomas Kinkade images that grace the walls of homes around the world. This monthly planner is a perfect way to keep organized. Each full-color spread of theThomas Kinkade Painter of Light with Scripture 2013 Large Monthly Planner Calendarfeatures an extra-large planning grid and loads of room for notes and lists. And if life gets a little overwhelming, take a moment to read the thoughtful Bible verse included on every spread. (c) 2011 Thomas Kinkade

Thomas Kinkade began publishing his paintings so that he could share his passion for beauty and art. Thom painted more than a thousand masterworks. There is no greater testament to his belief that art should be accessible for everyone to enjoy than the millions of Thomas Kinkade images that grace the walls of homes around the world. Thomas Kinkade''s paintings capture the imagination and move the soul. Viewers will be transported to another place and time as they hike alongside the meandering stream that passes byThe Forest Chapelor feel the crisp breeze against their faces while strolling down a tree-lined street inAutumn on Mackinac Island. Each full-color spread of theThomas Kinkade Painter of Light with Scripture 2013 Deluxe Wall Calendarfeatures a lovely image and an uplifting King James Bible verse. (c) 2011 Thomas Kinkade

"Give yourself a perk. Condition yourself for joy by doing little things that you love on a regular basis." Thomas Kinkade is America''s most collected living artist. Each of the tranquil, light-infused paintings he creates is a quiet messenger, affirming the basic values of family, home, faith, and the luminous beauty of nature. Thomas Kinkade''s paintings and his own words, as well as the words of Shakespeare, Keats, Wordsworth, and others, create a breathtaking gift book that is a jubilant celebration of beauty and joy. Kinkade points out that sources of joy can be found everywhere in the simple gifts life presents, such as the handshake of a friend, the caress of a warm breeze, or the sights and sounds of creation. He reminds readers that "Once you begin looking, you may be surprised to discover just how much joy your world has to offer." Copyright 2005 Thomas Kinkade, The Thomas Kinkade Company, Inc., Morgan Hill, CA

"My mission as an artist is to capture those special moments in life adorned with beauty and light. 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." --Thomas Kinkade Collectors and fans worldwide were awed by Thomas Kinkade''s mastery of capturing the beauty and warmth of light in subjects as varied as windswept seas, majestic mountains, idyllic meadows, peaceful forest glens, cozy cottages, quaint villages, and inviting front porches. It earned him the nickname "The Painter of Light" and made him America''s most widely collected artist. On their own, his tranquil, luminous paintings affirm the basic values of family, home, faith in God, and the beauty of nature. Here, they are displayed with heartwarming and inspirational thoughts and sentiments for an experience that is profoundly moving and uplifting.

"Fill your home with beautiful aromas. Have you ever noticed how a single whiff of a familiar fragrance has the power to carry you instantly back to your childhood?" One of America''s best-loved artists, Thomas Kinkade is known as the "Painter of Light." In his new book Family Traditions, Kinkade''s beautiful paintings complement his own words and those of other great writers and thinkers, including Margaret Mead, Ben Franklin, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, to celebrate the bonds and traditions of family. Families keep us grounded with subtle reminders of our heritage and, at the same time, serve as a springboard to help us embark on new adventures. Our families provide love, support, and strength. Whatever our family tree looks like, Family Traditions recognizes the unbreakable ties and irreplaceable relationships we share with these special people in our lives, and reminds readers to "Make home a priority in life. Invest time and energy in creating a warm refuge for yourself and your family, a place where everyone can feel nurtured and cared for, safe and protected, free to be exactly who you are". -Thomas Kinkade Copyright 2005 Thomas Kinkade, The Thomas Kinkade Company, Inc., Morgan Hill, CA

All the stars come out in Angel Island in this charming, inspirational novel from New York Times bestselling authors Thomas Kinkade and Katherine Spencer. A movie crew arrives to shoot a film in Cape Light, and Angel Island provides a perfect backdrop. Liza’s inn welcomes the cast and crew, including the famous actress Charlotte Miller. Charlotte is surprisingly down to earth and is totally charmed by the island, especially the inn, where she chooses to stay instead of at more lavish accommodations. But one day, Charlotte nearly drowns and is saved by local fisherman Colin Doyle. Their attraction is instant and undeniable—even though they come from completely different worlds. As Charlotte spends more time on the island, the relationship seems meant to be. They keep meeting up, by accident at first, then on purpose. But Colin believes he has little to offer this celebrated beauty. He doesn’t realize that Charlotte would give up her glamorous life for him and Angel Island, if only she knew his true feelings. It seems only a miracle could bring them together. Then again, with faith and love on their side, Angel Island is just the sort of place where miracles can happen.

From luminous lighthouses and frothy seascapes to candlelit villages and welcoming front porches, Thomas Kinkade, the renowned Painter of Light, selects 20 of his most beloved paintings for this unique poster collection. Each poster is sized at 14 x 11 inches--a standard frame size--and printed in full color on its own page of frame-suited paper stock. A special gummed binding edge ensures that each image can be easily and cleanly removed from the book. As testament to his artistry, Kinkade''s artwork can be found inside more than 12 million homes in the United States alone. He has garnered numerous accolades for his works including multiple National Association of Limited Edition Dealers (NALED) awards, including Artist of the Year, Graphic Artist of the Year, and nine awards for Lithograph of the Year. NALED also recognized Kinkade as the Most Award Winning Artist in the Past 25 Years. Thomas Kinkade (c) 2011 Thomas Kinkade