Early Still-life, “Untitled, Flower Vase”…

Image: Thomas Kinkade, Untitled, Flower Vase, 1978. Oil on board, 10 x 8 inches. Nanette Kinkade Family Trust.

While Thomas Kinkade is best known for his landscapes, he also turned his attention to more intimate subjects. This early still life from 1978 demonstrates his interest in observing and painting everyday objects, in this case, a simple vase of flowers. Works such as "Untitled, Flower Vase" reveal a young artist experimenting with subject matter, composition, and color while developing the technical skills that would shape his later career.