The gates in Thomas Kinkade pictures are always wide open. The gates act as a kind of official welcome, encouraging the viewer to pass through the gate and enter the enticing imaginary world beyond it. Some of the gates border winding roads with mysterious hidden destinations.
The gates in Thomas Kinkade pictures are frequently situated in front of graceful estates and charming cottages. In either case the open gates are designed to greet visitors and let them know there is a warm haven beyond the gate. In the Thomas Kinkade gates series, the journey is just as pleasant as the destination
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