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A selection of Dowling favorite abstract contemporary art and pricing

American Graffiti drawings/paintings are made on the computer manually. The new resulting compositions are now completely complex drawings (paintings). They often encompass over 1,500,000 manual brush strokes (and manual mouse and tablet manipulations). This effort makes the drawings/paintings with original sizes often exceeding 5 feet by 21 feet! To see the full details, you need to view them in the physical form. They must be on the original printed aluminum, metallic canvas, or metallic cotton fiber. Many of these abstractions or micro-abstractions harbor “spacelings” a nickname the artist Dowling has affectionately given to them. These “spacelings” are like abstract creatures you find when the observer drills in on pieces of these abstractions.

You will also find abstract “totems.” Totem poles are the largest objects. However, they are not the only tools coastal Pacific Northwest natives use. These are used to depict spiritual reverence, family legends, sacred beings, and culturally important animals, people, or historical events.

Here John Dowling pays homage to totem art. Traditional totem art influences many of Dowling’s more complex pieces. This influence can clearly be seen on the vertical axis. John Dowling uses the impasto technique like many expressionists. He uses it for its expressive traits. This technique also draws attention to a certain aspect of the work. Van Gogh is said to be a pioneer in using the impasto technique. Van Gogh used impasto not just to add dimension to his paintings but to add emotion and movement. We see this movement in the swirling clouds of Wheat Field with Cypresses and Starry Night. The same colors and images might have been created with a traditional painting technique. However, the painting would miss the movement and emotion. John Dowling makes use of a modified impasto technique in all of his American graffiti collections and pieces. Just look at the swirling graphics.

A Miracle In The Making Fine Art Catalog Abstract Montages with optional NFTs

These Miracle in the Making pieces were made between 1983 and 2024. Depending on the computer processing power at the time, they can now look rudimentary. However, at their respective time in production, they were state of the art and often took days to complete. Cameras became digital. The darkroom became software like Photoshop. Dowling started to use montages and compositing to enhance his illusions further. His illusions began with multiple images and textures in traditional darkrooms. Dowling’s first set of paintings served as textures for his montages. Eventually, these paintings started to sell on their own. Dowling’s work is unique because he uses digitally painted abstract layers. These layers cause each viewer to have different perceptions of what they are observing.  It is a unique technique. It leads viewers to have false affirmations of what they see. The technique also challenges the conscious mind to see what actually exists.  The term for this psychological effect is scotomisation. These shapes, patterns, and illusions often lead the viewer to search for objects in his pieces. These features also create moments when individuals experience a “eureka moment” or epiphany. These pieces are often printed on metallic surfaces. The minimum size is 30″X 40″. Sizes smaller than that can obscure the illusions created in these pieces, even here online. Current Inventory over 550 unique very large format pieces. Download the PDF version here: John-Joseph-Dowling-Jr-Art-Catalogue-Final-smallest-V2-1

You can read about Dowling’s abstract process and the artist’s philosophy at the top of each page.

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ACRYLIC LARGE FORMAT PIECES STRETCHED CANVAS ACRYLIC 30″X 40″ TO 48″X 120″

Also known as paint pouring, flow art, liquid art. etc. Is a form of abstract art that uses acrylic paints with a runny (fluid) consistency. The acrylic paints react with each other when combined together to make interesting and visually organic motifs. To create intricate designs, you can mix multiple colors in one cup. You can also pour different colors near each other and swirl them into a design. Another method is to layer multiple colors on the background. Many artists use stretched canvas for acrylic pour projects so they can hang their pieces after they’re dry.

The biggest difference between resin art and acrylic pouring is the medium. While epoxy resin and acrylic paint are both fluids, epoxy resin is thicker and heavier than acrylic paint. The thickness makes it easier to layer colors without those colors running together.

Another difference between these art techniques is resin dries more quickly. Depending on the number of resin layers and the environmental conditions, epoxy resin art can fully cure within 24 hours. Conversely, since acrylic pouring includes a pouring medium and water, it takes longer to dry. Dowling pieces are made with transparent layers and may take over 1 year to dry! John Dowling combines the techniques used in both resin pouring and acrylic pouring. He also uses other proprietary techniques. This combination creates unique masterpieces. In 2023, Dowling began using metallic fibers and phosphors. He also added luminescent powders in various colors, particle sizes, and emission peak wavelengths. This incorporation creates two distinct paintings on one canvas – The Day Painting and the Night Painting. The phosphors glow in different colors in the dark. Current Inventory over 150 unique very large format pieces. To view these acrylic pieces click here: https://johndowling.com/acrylic-abstract-paintings/

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Art as an Investment

You have an interest in the intersection of art and investment. Specifically, you’re curious about how high-net-worth collectors have profited historically. They have invested in emerging artists who later gained posthumous fame. It’s a fascinating area. Exact figures are hard to determine because many art transactions are private. However, we can explore some key aspects and examples:

1. Aesthetics and Personal Taste + Historical Perspective

The Eye for Untapped Potential:  Astute collectors go beyond just liking an artwork. They often have an “eye” for spotting emerging talent. This talent holds potential for future greatness. This requires a deep understanding of art history. Collectors must also be aware of current trends. Additionally, they must be willing to take risks on artists who haven’t yet achieved widespread recognition.

Historical Examples

Peggy Guggenheim: A legendary collector who championed Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism in the early 20th century. She supported then-unknown artists like Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko, whose works now command astronomical prices. While precise gains are hard to calculate, the increase in value is undoubtedly in the thousands of percentage points.

Dr. Albert Barnes:  In the early 1900s, Barnes gathered a groundbreaking collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. It included works by Renoir, Cézanne, and Matisse. This happened long before they were widely celebrated. The Barnes Foundation, housing his collection, is now valued in the billions.

2. Investment Potential + Historical Perspective

Patience and Long-Term Vision: Investing in emerging artists requires patience.  Significant returns often come after the artist’s death, as their legacy solidifies and demand for their work increases.

 Historical Examples:

The Leonard and Evelyn Lauder Collection:  Lauder is the heir to the Estée Lauder cosmetics fortune. He began collecting Cubist art in the 1970s. At that time, it was relatively undervalued. The collection, featuring works by Picasso and Braque, is now worth billions, representing an astronomical return on investment.

Eli Broad: This real estate developer and philanthropist invested heavily in contemporary art in the 1980s and 90s. He acquired works by then-emerging artists like Jeff Koons and Cindy Sherman. These works have appreciated dramatically, with some pieces seeing increases of over 1000%.

3. Artistic Merit and Quality + Historical Perspective

Recognizing Groundbreaking Talent:  Collectors who can identify artists truly pushing boundaries are rare. Those making significant contributions to art history see their investments appreciate significantly over time.

 Historical Examples:

 Duncan Phillips: Founder of The Phillips Collection in Washington D.C., Phillips recognized the genius of artists like Georgia O’Keeffe and Arthur Dove early in their careers. Their works, once considered avant-garde, are now central to American Modernism and have increased in value exponentially.

4. Historical and Cultural Significance + Historical Perspective

 Foreseeing Future Importance: Collectors who can anticipate an artwork’s potential future significance have a greater chance of making lucrative investments. These foresighted collectors may identify works that become historically or culturally significant.

 Historical Examples:

Gertrude Stein and Leo Stein: These siblings were early champions of avant-garde art in the early 20th century. They collected works by Picasso, Matisse, and Cézanne. Their collection, once considered controversial, is now recognized as foundational to modern art, with values that have increased astronomically.

5. Emotional Connection + Historical Perspective

Passion as a Guiding Force: Financial gain is a factor. However, a genuine passion for art drives many collectors. This passion often leads them to discover and support artists who later achieve widespread recognition.

 Historical Examples:

Herbert and Dorothy Vogel: Herbert was a postal worker and Dorothy was a librarian. Together, they amassed a remarkable collection of minimalist and conceptual art in the 1960s and 70s. They did this with limited funds. Their collection, featuring works by Sol LeWitt and Christo, became incredibly valuable. It was eventually donated to museums across the US.

It’s important to remember that these are just a few examples, and the art market is complex and unpredictable. However, high-net-worth collectors combine a keen eye for aesthetics with an understanding of art history. They also have a willingness to take calculated risks. Historically, this has allowed them to reap significant financial rewards. In doing so, they contribute to the development and appreciation of art.

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• High-net-worth collectors have historically profited from investing in emerging artists
• A Miracle In The Making Fine Art Exhibition Catalog Small
• Dowling Original Abstract Glow In The Dark Acrylic 67 ” X 67 ” Museum Stretched Canvas Painting
• Dowling Original Quantum Wave Abstract Glow In The Dark Acrylic 67 ” X 67 ” Museum Stretched Canvas Painting
• Dowling Original Mixed Emotions Abstract Glow In The Dark Acrylic 60 ” X 84 ” Museum Stretched Canvas Painting

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