Thomas Kinkade's first ever major motion picture will be releasing in theatres, nationwide, this November 30th! Christmas Cottage is featured prominently in this movie. The movie buzz has begun and with Thomas Kinkade's story and artwork plus two Oscar Winners, Marsha Gay Harden and Peter O'Toole starring in the movie, along with teen heart throb Jared Padalecki, it's sure to be a box office hit!

"The Christmas Cottage", inspired by the early life of Thomas Kinkade, is the story of how a small community and an aging mentor come to the aid of a family to save the only home they have ever known; and along the way teach a young man the meaning of love, friendship, and what it means to be an artist.

Now taking orders for this piece at THE GALLERY.

NOTICE: MOVIE RELEASE HAS BEEN DELAYED. IT WILL NOT BE RELEASED NOW UNTIL NOVEMBER OF 2008. THIS CHRISTMAS PIECE IS STILL AVAILABLE NOW.

Rino Gonzalez latest release Spring Blooms is one of Rino Gonzalez's newest releases. Again, with his extraordinary eye for detail, Rino has brought out another oil painting with striking realism, beautiful color, and exquisite style.

To see more of Rino's collection stop by THE GALLERY.

• Updating the art and framing in your home can change the entire perspective and feeling of a room.
  
• Adding new artwork that is custom framed can alter your living space by creating a new and different focal point.
  
• Placing a larger, more ornate moulding around an already framed piece can make it look more important and bold, while refreshing the look.
  
• Select a color in your decor that wasn't previously used as an accent and bring it into play with artwork, framing and/or accessories.
  

Hold to the rod, the iron rod;
'Tis strong, and bright, and true.
The iron rod is the word of God;
Twill safely guide us through.

Joseph L. Townsend - The Iron Rod

As we walk the road of life, we tend to collect things that make us feel safer and more sure of ourselves. These may be material possessions, titles or responsibilities, but in the end they amount to the same thing: a fleeting and superficial sense of security. It is only by holding fast to our beliefs that we can navigate life with any confidence.

The character in Hold to the Rod finds himself so burdened with the mundane objects he has collected that, while he hopefully eyes the rod, he cannot reach up to hold it for fear of losing something else. The man has become little more than a vehicle for his adornments. He demonstrates that what is truly important is keeping sight of our true belief and faith, that they alone will guide us through.

What a beautiful find! Lake Quinault Resort is on the north shore of Lake Quinault. It has the prettiest view of the lake we have found. If you stay for a night or for a week you will not be disappointed. The gorgeous gardens, landscaping and flowers make this a great place for a get-away. They also have such a beautiful place to have a wedding, with all the amenities you need, canopy, tables, chairs etc. We were there just after a wedding and you couldn't have a more beautiful location. Visit www.lakequinault.com

There are many hikes you will enjoy around the lake; one of them is a twenty-minute hike to a 1200-year-old cedar tree that is a very enjoyable 20-minute walk from the Lake Quinault Resort. You may also enjoy the 30-mile drive around the Lake.

To get there from The Gallery take Hwy 101 toward Aberdeen follow WA Hwy 8 to Aberdeen Hwy 8 becomes US 12, US 12 then becomes US 101, stay on 101 to North Shore Rd. turn right on North Shore Rd go 2.1 miles and the Resort is on the Right, 92 miles in all.

Remember to take your camera (and bring in those pictures for framing) to THE GALLERY.