Thomas Kinkade is an accomplished artist, aptly named the Painter of Light ® for the golden tones that dance across his creations. His artistic excellence has earned him numerous awards. Thom is also a prolific author and speaker, who has authored or has been the subject of more than 140 books. He is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author. A committed Christian, husband, and father, Kinkade lives in Northern California with his wife and four daughters.