“Viva Las Vegas” is a cityscape artwork created by Thomas Kinkade and is categorized within the Kitsch art movement. The artwork portrays a vibrant and bustling scene of the iconic Las Vegas skyline at dusk, characterized by bright and colorful lights illuminating the cityscape.
In the artwork, the Las Vegas Strip is shown in all its glory, with numerous recognizable landmarks, including the Luxor Pyramid and its distinctive beam of light piercing the evening sky. The glittering façade of various hotels and casinos can be seen, each contributing to the mesmerizing luminosity that defines the city’s nightlife. The artwork also captures the surrounding desert landscape and the warm, glowing sunset behind the city, adding to the overall enchanting ambiance. A blimp hovers in the sky and planes are seen above, symbolizing the constant activity and influx of visitors to this lively destination. The application of light and color in this scene is indicative of Kinkade’s signature style, emphasizing warmth and illumination.
