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Beacon of Hope

This dramatic lighthouse begins my new Seaside Memories Series – but in truth the subject of Beacon of Hope is not memory, but faith. The lighthouse which guides ships around the rocky shoals to a safe harbor is a principle emblem of the spiritual life. And I’m very proud to say that my own paintings have been described as “beacons of hope.”

So, Beacon of Hope celebrates not only the longing for salvation, but the power of art to express that aspiration. My painting – which is my first on the subject – is not a literal portrait but instead a product of my artist’s imagination containing the elements of an allegory of faith.

A small boat, barely visible on the horizon, rides heavy seas that surge and crash onto a rocky coast; the lighthouse beacon is its sole guide. The keeper’s house is a safe haven against all storms – a charming cottage nestled near a flower laden trellis. And, of course, light – radiant sunset and warm lamp glow – bathes the rocks, erasing their sharp edges.

  • In loving tribute to his wife Nanette, Thomas Kinkade has hidden four N’s in Beacon of Hope.
  • Beacon of Hope is the first painting in Thom’s new series called Seaside Memories.
  • Beacon of Hope combines Thom’s imagination and his faith in one beautiful seascape scene. The lighthouse stands as the sole guide to passing ships against the rough seas that surge and crash onto the rocky coast.
  • Two crosses appear in Beacon of Hope – the first is found with the sailboat making a cross figure, and the lighthouse hosts the second cross high atop the beaming tower.
Title Beacon of Hope
Published March 1994
Collection Seaside Memories I

Image Size

18" x 27"

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