Craig Alan was born in 1971 in San Bernardino, California. Upon moving to New Orleans as a child, Alan worked as a street portrait artist, using the opportunity to practice his figure drawing, as well as earn money for school and supplies.
The creative vision came naturally to Alan and he continued to develop technically and conceptually through his own diligent studies. It was not until his sophomore year at the University of Mobile, Alabama, that Alan formally began to train in arts. His affinity for the subject was immediately apparent. He continued to concentrate in studio arts, earning an area award for academic excellence. The university’s most prestigious exhibition, “Art with a Southern Drawl,” featured 42 of Alan’s pieces, chosen from a field of more than 1,600 submissions.
A minor concentration in theater provided Alan with additional techniques in makeup and set design. This added expertise supported his exploration of mixed media constructions. His skills combine to form elaborate textures, hues and compositions in his pieces. Alan’s artwork reveals a technical sophistication as well as an elaborate imagination.
Constantly craving new ways to link contemporary expressions to traditional art, Alan hopes to travel to Europe in search of artistic artifacts as well as fresh and innovative ideas. He also intends to explore his own family roots and cultural nuances in England and Scotland. Eventually, Alan plans to earn his master’s degree in studio arts in order to teach at the college level. His biggest dream is to own and manage his own atelier. He continues to exhibit his artwork across the United States.
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Just Life by Craig Alan Original Unique Mixed Media Painting on Panel
By Craig Alan
Located in New York City, NY
UNIQUE ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA PAINTING by Craig Alan 48 x 48 inches ON PANEL Craig Alan is a Pop Surrealist, internationally recognized for his ingenious portraits of iconic figures ...
Mixed Media, Acrylic
$16,000
Heart of the city by Craig Alan Original Unique Mixed Media Painting on Panel
By Craig Alan
Located in New York City, NY
UNIQUE ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA PAINTING by Craig Alan 48 x 48 inches ON PANEL Craig Alan is a Pop Surrealist, internationally recognized for his ingenious portraits of iconic figures ...
Mixed Media, Acrylic
Directions by Craig Alan Original Unique Painting
By Craig Alan
Located in New York City, NY
UNIQUE ORIGINAL PAINTING by Craig Alan 48 x 48 inches FRAMED. Ask us for custom framing options for this piece. Craig Alan is a Pop Surrealist, internationally recognized for his i...
Mixed Media, Acrylic
Deluge of Verde by Craig Alan Original Unique Mixed Media Painting on Panel
By Craig Alan
Located in New York City, NY
UNIQUE ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA PAINTING by Craig Alan 40 x 40 inches ON PANEL Craig Alan is a Pop Surrealist, internationally recognized for his ingenious portraits of iconic figures ...
Mixed Media, Acrylic
Recognition by Craig Alan Original Unique Mixed Media Painting on Panel
By Craig Alan
Located in New York City, NY
UNIQUE ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA PAINTING by Craig Alan 40 x 40 inches ON PANEL Craig Alan is a Pop Surrealist, internationally recognized for his ingenious portraits of iconic figures ...
Mixed Media, Acrylic
$1,225
H 30 in W 24 in
Three Grey Twirlers - Abstract Figurative Ballerinas Painting by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$1,375
H 30 in W 42 in
Mythos - Original Symbolic Surreal Figurative Pop Art Painting by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$265
H 15 in W 11 in
Heat Wave Duel - Abstract Figurative South Western Inspired Pop Art by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint
$1,375
H 36 in W 36 in
Mighty Crowns - Original Red Black Pop Art Painting by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint
$875
H 22 in W 22 in
Curse the Wind - Original Snoopy Figurative Acrylic Pop Artwork by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint
$875
H 23 in W 22 in
Banana Twins - Original Quirky Colorful Food Pop Art Painting by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint
$1,375
H 30 in W 42 in
Oh No - Original Colorful Figurative Pop Art Rendition Painting by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Paper
$1,025
H 28 in W 22 in
Crown with Sass - Original Abstract Figurative Queen Portrait Art by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
Paper, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Board
$2,200
H 49 in W 37 in
Wonder Woman Stride - Figurative Cartoon Mixed Media Framed Pop Art by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Paper
$1,375
H 36 in W 36 in
Hello Kitty Soup - Abstract Pink Quirky Cartoon Pop Art Painting by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$1,480
H 21.5 in W 17.25 in D 1.5 in
"Mix Tape (Record - Remember)" Mixed-Media Collage
By Patrick Fitzgerald 1
Located in Chicago, IL
This mixed-media work by Chicago-based artist Patrick Fitzgerald layers cultural references and found elements for a composition at once wistful, playful and nostalgic. The central f...
Acrylic, Mixed Media, Cardboard
$1,025
H 28 in W 22 in
Beach Ball Buoyancy - Abstract Colorful Figurative Feminine Pop Art by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint
$875
H 23 in W 22 in
Avante Garde - Original Figurative Cartoon Mixed Media Pop Artwork by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint
$1,375
H 42 in W 30 in
Avenging Heart - Abstract Figurative Colorful Comic Book Pop Art by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint
$875
H 28 in W 22 in
Desert - Original Vibrant Southwest Inspired Pop Art Painting by Gary John
By Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Board
Sold
H 40 in W 40 in D 2 in
Flower Cocktail by Craig Alan Original Unique Mixed Media Painting on Panel
By Craig Alan
Located in New York City, NY
UNIQUE ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA PAINTING by Craig Alan 40 x 40 inches ON PANEL Craig Alan is a Pop Surrealist, internationally recognized for his ingenious portraits of iconic figures ...
Mixed Media, Acrylic