I didn't like Pollock until I saw one in person. Jesus that was an experience.
That's how I originally felt about Rothko, and now he's my favorite artist.
Same here with Thomas Kinkade.
A former coworker once said with great conviction that Thomas Kinkade was the greatest artist ever.
I will say this: all the rods and cones in your eyes are activated by his work, and for several minutes afterwards you can still see it when looking at a white wall.
Huh. I'll have to try that the next time I see one of his masterpieces.
