Leonard Knight and his Technicolor Mountain

10,000 gallons of paint and God-love in the middle of the California badlands.
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[@davidrigby2326]

''Every time there's a crack, Guess what? I'll put a flower in it..'' love that

[@BABYCOOKIE918]

David Rigby peace ✌ and love brother ❤

[@Bloodhound_Dogg]

Great!! God uses things like that to speak to us

[@flimsyjimnz]

"I guess you can tell I like to paint"!

[@AG-cl9nu]

RIP Leonard. The world lost a true visionary. "Dont overcomplicate love, lets just keep it simple". So much is said in those 9 words. so much love.

[@goymedhundDogtrainingBehavior]

oohh.. so he has passed... that is sad.. What a wonderful human being.. We need more of his kind in this world I bet he sits in heaven - watching it all with the boss himself ..

[@tensforme]

In watching Leonard's pure childlike love and enthusiasm I can't help but think how PLEASED Jesus would be to walk through Salvation Mountain. He would have a huge smile on His face at the creativity and dedication of this man over so many years to share the message that "God is Love" and Jesus died for sinners. Thank God that Leonard kept the message simple!

[@silveringots]

You nailed that one! Jesus would be soooo stoked! Im sure God has a special place up there for LK.

[@carrotjuice1890]

im not even religious and i absolutely agree! i love it so much

[@chaundafanning3310]

Biblically and in reality, Jesus is IN him (and all who believe) so Jesus IS walking through Salvation Mountain all day every day and has a huge smile on his face and is loving it. Colossians 1:27, John 17. I just love Leonard's simplicity - he's got the fire! :)

[@frankmontenegro8173]

Can you just imagine how pleased Jesus is to see Lenny in heaven.He doesn't have to paint any more,just look at all the beautiful vibrant colors in Heaven.Now Lenny is a wealthy Young man in Heaven.He has all the Love that God can give him.God's love is wealth ,he will always be Happy

[@carlmorgan8452]

People have missed the point 👉 GOD is angry with the wicked everyday. And/ if you love God you will keep His commandments. REPENT AND FOLLOW JESUS. ❤😊

[@GebreMenfesKidus]

I feel sorry for the 73 people that did NOT like this video. I guess they just need to be loved. God bless Leonard Knight! I hope I get the chance to visit Salvation Mountain one day.

[@weedliftlefty5425]

the 73 who dont like this are probley rich kids sat in there mansions with the maid holding the gold plated ipad while there typing.they have no sense

[@MrFoxyann]

right, how can you dislike this ?

[@GetToDaChoppa-k5r]

Why focus on shit like this? I swear is this an internet meme or something? Obviously some people will not like something. That applies to everything in life.

[@aridan9023]

Gebre Menfes Kidus He was my Grandpas brother. I never met him but my grandpa used to tell me stories about growing up in Vermont. I so wish I would have.

[@peedscum]

Lol i disliked just bcs u said this

[@taychris39]

R,I.P. Leonard...I hope to visit your mountain someday

[@chrystalknight7180]

Thank you for saying that to my uncle

[@karabadasski2521]

I just hope that the people who look after the mountain now have as much passion and Love for it as Leonard did.

[@celestechacon9436]

I know the man who looks after it and it seems that there is no one better in the world than him to look after the mountain after Leonard passed. He has many cats and he’s usually painting or adding more adobe whenever I pass by. Very kind man :-)

[@ijm1261]

I just visited it for the first time last week and I can tell you it is very well maintained and they have rules sternly placed all over that remind people to be respectful.

[@PlayinHookySportfishing]

I was there yesterday. Very well guarded and watched over. There were 2 gentlemen there, one was from Seattle and had been there 3 1/2 years. Wish I’d have gotten his name.

[@larissab5750]

That man is my great uncle Lenard me and my whole family are so proud. He was amazing! 💚

[@eladbari]

amazing man, with an amazing amount of passion!

[@normanvaxaiden2100]

I want to visit that mountain, it is so beautiful, I'm gonna take a trip and watch this unique work. I live in Norway. Leonard was awesome :D

[@eladbari]

Fred Feilin Lets go together man! :D

[@normanvaxaiden2100]

eladbari O yes, that would have been very cool!! :D

[@normanvaxaiden2100]

I just need to earn some money first xD

[@ScrotieBoogerballsMc]

Just when you think it is hopeless , along comes old Leonard with his hay bales , adobe & paint and he gets a-fixin' . What a joyful soul he is . God is love... one love for all

[@Louis-zp8bt]

I remember being taken to see the mountain when I was just 9 years old. I didn't understand why someone would commit their life to such a simply task of painting a mountain and plaster Jesus and the Bible everywhere. Even to this day, I still can't get a grip on it. I'm in awe. Regardless of your religious beliefs, you can't deny the fact that this is a beautiful example of human creativity, commitment, and shear love. I feel happy knowing that I got to meet Leonard.

[@mimi1o8]

One of a kind. Such a pure heart.

[@syrupcore]

"The whole mountain's gonna be strong if cracks 10,000 times and I put another 10,000 flowers on it."

[@folly5girl]

Yessss!!

[@dollbabykitty]

R.I.P. Leonard, know that flowers will continue to grow. I think God will show you more mountains painted with love like yours.

[@TonyZachary516]

He passed away last February. Met him in April 2009. Amazing man.

[@dnaEil13]

"wherever theres a crack, i will put a flower" LOVE IT!!!

[@bailey9fuk]

“Don’t get complicated with love, keep it simple” I like that

[@rossgoldie]

I'm not religious or anything but this guy really gives out a good message. Give and don't expect anything in return while you love everybody. props to this guy

[@djmartens123]

At first I thought he was a bit crazy but he is just super inspired and driven by his own beliefs. Respect.

[@stefieannmusic]

we are visiting salvation mountain tomorrow...i really hope someone can maintain this place now that leonard has passed....what a beautiful soul. rest with the angels.

[@nguyenmike5054]

Stefanie Baylon hello ma’am, how was your trip to this place?

[@vladnuke]

I like this dude's style, he just finds something he likes and does it.

[@RBStreek]

what an angel! bless him and his beautiful mountain!!!!!!

[@barbarahorn7748]

I was lucky enough to meet Leonard Knight in 2003. He was such a kind, gentle soul. My grandparents in law knew him well. They winterd in Slab City for 45 years. They would collect paint and other things for him. He was just an awesome human being.

[@whydidytaddthis]

I'm personally an atheist but faith is a really beautiful thing when it's paired with love and art.

[@davidjonathannn950]

Sophie S then your not an atheist

[@robertchflynn]

@@davidjonathannn950 that's a pretty dumb thing to say. Not surprising given the arrogance of god fearers...

[@TheAndrewc5120]

@@robertchflynn ironic, you talking about arrogance.

[@zamilthankyou8839]

Imagine being a believer and watching this, its blessing my fellow brother

[@whydidytaddthis]

@GENOCIDEGHØST Mr. Ghost this was 4 years ago.

[@mansondevil33]

This guy might be my favorite person ever.

[@NatefromBC]

"I've had 40 motorcycle groups come in 10 o clock at night one time and i was really tired and i was kinda grumpy. And they said well we all got flashlights, and we want a flashlight tour! And It was the most fun I've ever had!" hahaha

[@mr.thinmint2848]

As a Christian, hippie, and artist, this place looks like absolute paradise to me! I would love to visit and take pictures. Might just have to plan a trip. R.I.P. Leonard.

[@strangersound]

He also said it changed his attitude for 50 years. And he's using his energy and potential in the most creative way possible. If that's lunacy, sign me up. :)

[@strawberryfajitas3235]

Drove thru calipatria yesterday. Had to stop by Salvation Mountain. This place is simply amazing.

[@glenhorn9453]

Awesome work, God will never forget this!

[@whydontmynameswork]

I missed meeting Leonard by just over a year. I enjoyed my visit to Salvation Mountain as I could feel his presence & took the time to see every little detail as he would have wanted me to. I can’t wait to go back. RIP Leonard

[@Margie75]

God bless this man. I hope to visit this beautiful place one day.

[@reneejames3325]

He touched my heart. May he rest in peace

[@SlackHoffman]

Leonard was such a beautiful man and a total legend ❤️🤙💙🌵🏜️

[@sileb13]

What do you want? He's a charmingly weird, old guy and he's devoted his life to a work of art. Even if you don't agree with his message, his art is beautiful.

[@weedliftlefty5425]

i remeber watching into the wild movie and seeing this man .you could tell there wasnt acting he was telling emil hirsch what he thought of hes place and he woudnt move for 10 million dollors .you got to love the old man for what he done .respect to the man for taking years to do this. rip Leonard Knight

[@dsm02c]

Went there last year, I was sad when I found out Leonard was in an assisted living facility. Awesome project and fascinating what he has created with his life.

[@matthewandkira]

"I'm sitting here with a lot of paint and a lot of adobe and a lot of happiness and a lot of love."

[@strangersound]

This dude is stoked. I'd go to church every day if he was giving the sermon. :)

[@darrends7965]

what a dedicated and loving man, bringing goodness in the world. Working everyday for more than 50 years! May he rest in peace. I sure hope to visit Salvation Mountain. -Darren

[@ella6713]

Some of my best childhood memories are standing on the top of this beautiful creation and feeling the desert wind everywhere.. priceless!! God is good

[@larissab5750]

That man is my great uncle Lenard me and my whole family are so proud. He was amazing!

[@fortunateadventures3664]

It was great to come across this Live video of Leonard Knight speaking on his Salvation Mountain🙏,I only visited in 2016.

[@JennhasADHD]

oohh, is he like an outsider artist? this is really neat, I am not religious, but respect for anyone this passionate about their artwork.

[@tangopampa]

yes. he is at a convalescent home in san diego. he is not working in the mountain anymore. a group has formed to continue maintaining his work.

[@jamiemink3379]

I wish I had met this wonderful man. "God loves us all, let's keep it simple." Awesome.

[@Bloodhound_Dogg]

God bless this man as his work continues own after his passing. Hope it sends a powerful message to the lost state of California

[@ChemdogD]

it blows my mind thinking of all the moments and brush strokes and thoughts he must have had, every where there is paint out there he has spent a part of his life there. its amazing, its like seeing him become the human he has become throughout the course of 45 years years out there in the form of love and art. simply beautiful. things like this make me believe in the human race again. there is still beauty. thank god for him and people as unique as him.

[@mikesmythrillerguy702]

Don't get why so many people care about other people's views on God. That's them and what they believe. If you don't believe in God that's your business, as for me I do believe in God and I believe Jesus died for our sins, he is our savior, but that's just me. I don't try and force others to feel like I do because who am I to judge. But to atheists, please don't judge me or anyone else who does not believe like you do. Don't try to shove the "God is not real" talk down our throat. For people hating on this man and I don't understand why, let him believe what he wants. I never will understand why people make such huge deals with other people's beliefs, it's not like they are hurting you. He is about love. We all need to spread love, not hate. RIP Leonard Knight. Much love to everyone!

[@Louis-zp8bt]

MikesMyThrillerGuy This atheist is right there with you. Seeing this mountain in person as a kid was beautiful and one of the most magnificent, beautiful things I've seen. To attack this man for his devotion to art, love, and scripture is inhumane.

[@Linescrew1Canada]

+Louie Castillo Amen. As an atheist this is a monument to long and hard dedication to art. The god thing is just a theme. But it's a great place.

[@jquest43]

Louie AC his devotion was God,and God's son Lenard's Jesus. As usual athiest ignores that.

[@jquest43]

Linescrew1 you ignore Leonard's power source.your ignorance of that is asstounding.you really are stupid aren't you?

[@j.d.thompson3505]

Was there today. Unforgettable. Truly a masterpiece.

[@laracroftvideos]

I love the message of this man. Truly an inspiration. I think everybody owes to themselves to visit this amazing work of art (along with some other beautiful sights in Slab City).

[@donnatinus9658]

Let's keep it simple; God is love.

[@mackpadoza3330]

Yep! GOd is truly love

[@snotsjohnson6582]

Donna Tinus and Love Is God

[@milopeaches]

rest in peace, mr. knight. you deserve it.

[@Ofeliamarino]

“Keep it simple”. I love it

[@alliemonster1]

I went to go see salvation Mountain in 2014 and it was a beautiful place. My brother-in-law just went this week and it has fallen into such disrepair. I was so excited for him to see this place that I hyped up so much because it was so beautiful when I went, it was so disappointing to hear how much it’s fallen apart since.

[@amberquinones6926]

He was the sweetest human being. Miss you Leonard♡

[@uhuihhojhk377]

looks like that place on gta 5

[@casperfox2108]

It is the place from gta v. It's theme is just different.

[@mikeloria]

I only hope i live to be half as happy as that man he's so content . or should i say he was...

[@ebfabulous]

He served God in his own unique technocolored way. I like it. 9 hours a day for 50 years. Well done Leonard, you ran a good race. I will see you on the other side soon:)

[@jpizzle470]

this is the kind of person that makes it past 100 years old. hes got something that he loves to do and it keeps him moving and active and satisfied. people who dont retire and just keep active are the ones that live longer.

[@wormspeaker]

I don't share this man's convictions, but I'm damn glad that he's out there. The world would be a lot nicer place if everyone who followed any religion were on the same wavelength with him.

[@carlmorgan8452]

I'm very religious and we're not even close to being as you say wave length.

[@48HALFHOURS]

Thank you for posting. Leonard Knight visited his Salvation Mountain on May 19, 2013 Sunday - Seeing with two new eyes! Leonard walk in G-D's path dripped with the fatness of the land and dew of heaven!

[@Jomzi01]

R.I.P Leonard Knight

[@MegaJunebug420]

god bless this dedicated,talented sweet, wonderful, old man , he reminds me of my grandpa , rip

[@chrischamberlain836]

I didn’t know this was a real guy . I thought he was probably just in the movie Into the wild . This is awesome, I’m glad he’s a real fella and loving his life .

[@allencrider]

Leonard has been in a rest home for quite a while. He recently had cataract surgery which went successfully. He's scheduled to visit the mountain on May 19.

[@Cassidybros]

sounds like a pretty solid dude, keep it up man!

[@colecancillaartist]

Listening to Leonard and his process is labour intensive. I want to help him out! Finish this massive project Anyone agree?

[@skateboardest]

He was dead by the time you watched this

[@willjames7]

its the guy from Into The Wild!

[@AlcoLOLism]

I've been meaning to make the three hour drive to the middle of nowhere to see this thing for awhile and check out Bombay Beach while I'm there.

[@SpitefulAZ]

I first heard of this mountain when I watched the film "Into the Wild". Have never heard or seen it again since then.

[@TheDreamBullet]

a man who builds and creates something out of nothingness and gives it meaning, is truly a saint.. no matter what you believe in.

[@kevinsteinbrownenstein2043]

This is amazing

[@Janeymacmac]

Well presented.

[@1800allyoucaneat]

This is great. Beautifully shot, no editorializing from Vice, no dumb "music" (hate that stuff), just the artist explaining his art. Last February I randomly decided to make the drive out (2 hours from San Diego) and it was one of the best decisions I made that month. As far as I'm concerned, the Jesus and God stuff is just code for other stuff.

[@muhr143]

a great documentary, vice.

[@thomwessels2281]

We went there around 2010 and met this beautiful, marvelous , dedicated, religious, wacky man. He was so kind, gentle and God loving. We will never see one like him again. Godspeed, Leonard. If there's a God, you are in His presence.

[@devwreck192]

Incredible video. God bless this man for everything he's done throughout his awesome life.

[@bathwash.]

I remember this guy from Into the Wild! His scene was touching! I don't think there's anything better than seeing what makes a person so happy and enthusiastic. It's also nice to get a closer look at the artwork too, it's really quite somethin.

[@stagename2]

My family just visited. Very inspiring.

[@chrischamberlain836]

If the whole world thought like Leonard Knight , wouldn’t it be a lot easier to live in .

[@sirwilliam51]

Omg, I can't believe the old geezer is still alive and working on his mtn. I remember going to slab city and seeing the hill 23 yrs ago....man has it grown.

[@HoNeykiWiz]

Looks fun! Mom and dad didn't let us paint the walls in the house, and here he is painting on a this.

[@GetToDaChoppa-k5r]

I love this old man.I hope he is an angel with God now.

[@ohMY03]

God bless he's soul beautiful work n I hope they leave it for many years to come.

[@GOBLlN]

I really wanna go there and praise Leonard Knight for his amazing artwork

[@Linescrew1Canada]

Do it!!

[@Ashley-pk3sg]

Praise Jesus instead, it would probably make him a lot happier! Much love to you and the Love of God be with you :) ♡♡♡

[@WestbustahSaucedo]

I discovered Salvation MT from my english teacher in 2014, because he went there and told us. A friend of mine told me she went there in 2013 and met Mr Leonard and she helped him with the painting, she's like a hippie or something.

[@torocastano4607]

Despite being in the middle of nowhere this place is sooo much fun to visit, along with the squatter town (Slab City) next door and the natural hot springs.

[@DJLoveNoise]

This is the Best!!!

[@Hazdruba]

God bless your soul sir. Wherever you are.

[@josealvira2384]

This is awesome

[@clintselby1614]

thanks vice

[@nrodlol]

I love this guys attitude. He found something he loves and did it.

[@musicisbrilliant]

Love this video.

[@ericslaimshow]

i love the message he sends

[@vgfreddy21]

"don't get complicated with love, let's keep it simple"

[@devinciccarello980]

god bless this man

[@Your_Local_Ninja]

I can't wait to meet this man when I go backpacking.

[@killergriller]

I wish I could live a more simple life and be completely content like Leonard! What an amazing story!

[@Indiocholo]

This makes me proud to live in the Coachella Valley. Sad that Leonard is not there at the moment, I sure hope he gets well enough to come back to his home. God be with him.

[@MrSofuskroghlarsen]

Not trying to sound pretentious, but this reminds me a lot about Gaudi. All the colors, the life, and the childlike geniality ❤️

[@tangopampa]

this work of art reminds me of casapueblo in Uruguay. Done by hand as if thy were caves, just that salvation mountain has a more religious message. If Leonard ever gets to read this, thank you very much for your hard work and dedication.

[@joshpcomedy]

this guy just invented a new term for punching some one, putting a flower in them