Les Bouchons

Crisp, light, and refreshing: Like the finish of a spectacular white on the palate, Arvid’s modern interpretation of “Les Bouchons” is enticing in its simplicity. The modest collection is ingeniously arranged against a backdrop of white, leaving the eye free to explore the textural nuance and play of shadow on cork. With just a hint of the bottles at hand, we can only imagine the sparkling conversation and lively reception accompanying the start of a great evening. As an artist, Arvid continually seeks new and inventive ways to foster his creativity. With his masterful use of oil on canvas, paper, and crate, it seems only natural that Arvid would extend his artistic medium to include a wine label. Reflecting the rich and vibrant complexity of the Chardonnay inside, “Les Bouchons” adorns the bottle of Fleming's private label 46 Diamonds Pouilly-Fuissé. Thomas Arvid Preeminent Painter of Wine Thomas Arvid possesses an unerring ability to refine a moment. In doing so he captures our wonder and has become an art world phenomenon. Named one of the top "25 Artists You Should Know" by US Art magazine, Arvid receives critical acclaim for his ability to portray centuries old traditions in a startingly fresh style. His oversized still life compositions of wine and the rituals surrounding its consumption are often called "photo-realistic." Arvid's images astound viewers with their intricate details and his mastery of light, depth and reflection. Arvid's influence on the art world has been the focus of an Art Business News cover story, profiles in Wine Spectator and the Los Angeles Times, and featured on the cable program "In Wine Country." Influential collectors of his work include many important wineries. Silver Oak Cellars, Shafer Vineyards, Diamond Creek Winery and Flora Springs Winery all display Arvids prominently. The magic of his painting is in Thomas Arvid's ability to visualize and chronicle an entire scene beyond the frame - to tell a story of enjoyment and the good life - using lush color and adroit composition. he illuminates and shares that moment with viewers. The aura surrounding the work of Thomas Arvid is palpable. Arvid's international appeal has created such demand that his work is represented by over 50 elilte art galleries in the US, Canada and Japan, and collectors are willing to wait years for one of his originals. In the span of ten short years, the artist has achieved spectacular success and no one has been more awed by the response than Arvid himself. "I'm so lucky that I get to make a living doing what I love. I paint because I enjoy the process and the surprise of creating something from nothing - just a vignette in my mind, a blank canvas and tubes of paint. It's amazing. Then my collectors are able to find a personal connection and fulfillment in a piece of my work. That is truly special." Thomas Arvid's natural charisma and infectious enthusiasm for art and wine guarantee his continued success and popularity. Arvid's work and philosophy is perfectly embodied in his famous phrase, "Life without art is like dinner without wine. Why bother?"