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Kitsch

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Gregory Wolfe on the Art and Legacy of Thomas Kinkade

Today in The Wall Street Journal, Gregory Wolfe considers the work of Thomas Kinkade: Why it appeals to so many people, what it means, what it denies. This isn't Wolfe's first piece on the popular painter. His first great editorial on the subject was published in
20 Apr 2012
Gregory Wolfe

How do you define "kitsch"?

How do you define "kitsch"? If your answer is "A savory, open-faced pastry crust pie with a savory custard filling of cheese, meat and vegetables," then you need to consult a dictionary. Conversations about kitsch are tricky business. What exactly is it? Can any art that
11 Feb 2012 1 min read
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