Ask me if you would like to see the other images painted on Location in Israel. You might enjoy them in your home as Biblical images portraying a sense of peace in a troubled world. Via Dolorosa ("Way of Sorrows") (Impressions of Israel Collection) Thomas Kinkade recently flew to Israel in Spring 2006 and painted 10 images. Upon Thomas Kinkade's arrival in Israel, due to the current tight security, his paint thinner was removed. He had to search around to get a replacement so he could start painting. Upon arrival, Thom got to work and started his first piece. Via Dolorosa ("Way of Sorrows") was painted by Thomas Kinkade in two sessions. Kinkade wanted to add people into this piece. Via Dolorosa is located in the Arab sector of Jerusalem and is said to be the traditional route where Jesus carried the cross. The first arch is said to be the area where Jesus received the crown of thorns. When Kinkade set up his easel to begin work on this painting, he was swarmed by a group of Arab children. Then was pelted by pebbles (children like to throw rocks and pebbles there) while painting. A local man came to his aid and shooed the children away. The man sent his son to sit near Thom and keep watch so that he could paint. This boy served almost as impromptu security for Thom this day! Was all in good fun. In conjection with the Minister of Tourism, an Exhibition titled "From Abraham to Jesus" will tour many cities in the United States. The exhibition features 240 artifacts from the Holy Land including the Dead sea Scrolls. Thomas Kinkade's 10 paintings of the Holy Land are included in the Exhibition and "A Prayer for Peace" is the over banner for the exhibit. Google "From Abraham to Jesus" to find out more. ++++ Limited Edition FRAMED Examination Proof (E/P) CANVAS (Frame included! See below) ++++ Thomas Kinkade created this painting in 2006 ++++ This Edition is limited to only 250 in the world! ++++ Hand Embellished Oil Highlighting This is a luminous work of art that shines. This is also one of the artworks that change the time of day depending how much light you are shining on it. With medium light it looks like sunset, with more light it reflects back as if it is sunrise ~~ Pure magic! (At the time of purchase you will receive coaching on lighting with dimmer switch) ++++   24" x 18" CANVAS Framed in your choice of approx 32" x 26"  Antique Gold or Brandy with fluted roses Museum Quality Frame ~~ ready to hang! Please click here for frame website ++++ Brass Plaque with legend "Via Dolorosa ~~Thomas Kinkade" ++++ Signed with a forgery-proof DNA Matrix signature ++++ Certificate of Limitation and Authenticity included ++++ About the Examination Proof Edition ~~ Examination Proof (E/P) Canvas An Examination Proof (E/P) edition was created and so named to give collectors a chance to examine new images and place orders pre-publication. It is the "show off" edition of the artwork. Examination Proofs are issued in Canvas only with hand embellished oil highlighting and in only one size.

+++++ And this is what Thomas Kinkade said about this work +++++ "In the Middle Ages, the Via Dolorosa was identified as the route along which Christ carried His cross; I've set my easel at the very spot commemorating where Christ received His crown of thorns. In addition to being a spiritual landmark for Christians, the Via Dolorosa is also a modern street in the Arab section of the old city. As I worked, small Arab children gathered about me and at one point playfully pelted me with pebbles. Happily, Arab shopkeepers immediately came to my rescue and chased off the pint-sized intruders. I later bought a decorative tile from one of my rescuers as a small gesture of thanks." ~~Thomas Kinkade

~~ Impressions of Israel ~~ Thomas Kinkade recently flew to Israel in Spring 2006 and painted 10 images of Biblical locations throughout the Holy Land. All 10 paintings are now available. A Prayer for Peace Caesarea Garden of Gethsemane The Garden Tomb Jerusalem Sunset Mount Arbel Sunrise, Sea of Galilee Tower of David Via Dolorosa The Wailing Wall, Jerusalem

Do you know the definition of Plein Air? A Plein air is a Artwork done by the Artist on location, on the spot, in one sitting, at one time from beginning to end. Thomas Kinkade Plein Air Canvases Plein Air, a French term meaning literally "open air", refers to a style of Impressionistic painting that is created outdoors at a portable easel. The artist captures his surroundings at a given moment in time, before the specific lighting and mood of the moment slips away. Plein Air paintings attempt to render the full impact of this light on color, no matter the altered state, rather than adjust the hues to appear more "typical." There is an energy to the brushstrokes, as the artist captures the scene before light changes and the moment is lost. Kinkade has a passion for Plein Air painting. It allows him to capture the joy of the moment, so that he can share it with others for generations to come.

Abraham to Jesus ~~The Thomas Kinkade images painted on location in Israel are featured at the Marquee (entrance) of one of the most astounding exhibitions of this decade. From "Abraham to Jesus" is the largest touring Exhibit of Sacred Text and Artifacts in History. ~~It is recommended that you Google it to get the locations and dates. It will be the first visit to this country of the Isaiah Scroll, as well as the ossuary or bone box -- archaeologists believe held the remains of Simon the Cyrene, the man who carried the cross for Jesus. ~~"From Abraham to Jesus is a 30,000 square foot high-tech entertainment experience designed to help visitors see, hear and feel 2,500 years of Biblical history. The exhibit is a collaboration among The Institute of Archeology of Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the world's top experts in Israeli archeological history and themed storytelling. It uses photomurals, thematic sets, digital surround sound, the first 3D video shot in Israel, state-of-the art lighting and narration, combined with a musical score produced by national recording artist Don Moen. From Abraham to Jesus also boasts never-before-seen paintings by America's most collected living artist, Thomas Kinkade. ~~The exhibit opened Sept. 15 in Atlanta and will travel to 27 other cities. ~~Ask me for all 9 Holy Land paintings by Thomas Kinkade and theme your home with these beautiful images. ~~The commemorative image for the spectacular "From Abraham to Jesus" event is the painting called "A Prayer for Peace".

Thomas Kinkade images are beautiful in any light but the illuminist technique mastered by Thom, a main feature of the artworks, is best viewed with proper lighting. We carry picture lights with cords and dimmers which give you the gallery feel at home. The Traditional Series gallery lights are sleek and stylish with a unique design fashioned to compliment any décor. Visit my Lighting Page for Hobby Hill® Gallery Lighting Solutions for your Kinkade

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