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James Wolanin Art

James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy-coated world inspired by vintage advertisements, photographs, and the artist’s childhood memories. Identifying with Pop artists like Andy Warhol and James Rosenquist, Wolanin taps into our culture’s collective visual consciousness, creating vibrant, stylized reflections of American life. Sunny skies, bright smiles, and carefree Sunday drives characterize the artist’s utopic vision, which blends nostalgia for mid-century America with a contemporary aesthetic. He notes, “I try to bring the viewer back to a time of innocence.” Wolanin’s background as a designer is evident in his dynamic compositions, fizzing color combinations, and bold use of graphic text. Wolanin lives and works in New Jersey. His work has been shown in numerous solo and group exhibitions and is part of many important collections, including a recent purchase by the Alex Katz Foundation.

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Retro_Pop_Female Portrait/Figurative_Acrylic/Gloss_James Wolanin, Beach Duo
Retro_Pop_Female Portrait/Figurative_Acrylic/Gloss_James Wolanin, Beach Duo

Retro_Pop_Female Portrait/Figurative_Acrylic/Gloss_James Wolanin, Beach Duo

By James Wolanin

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

JAMES WOLANIN "Beach Duo" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 40 x 50 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated wor...

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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Art

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Retro Pop Portrait of Women on Panel, Los Angeles I’m Yours by James Wolanin
Retro Pop Portrait of Women on Panel, Los Angeles I’m Yours by James Wolanin

Retro Pop Portrait of Women on Panel, Los Angeles I’m Yours by James Wolanin

By James Wolanin

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

JAMES WOLANIN "Los Angeles I’m Yours" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 48 x 48 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, ...

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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Art

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Ciao Bella by James Wolanin
Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Ciao Bella by James Wolanin

Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Ciao Bella by James Wolanin

By James Wolanin

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

JAMES WOLANIN "Ciao Bella" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 48 x 48 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coate...

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"Swimsuit Parade" woman in patterned, colorful bathing suits stand together
"Swimsuit Parade" woman in patterned, colorful bathing suits stand together

"Swimsuit Parade" woman in patterned, colorful bathing suits stand together

By James Wolanin

Located in Edgartown, MA

James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated world inspired by vintage advertisements, photographs, and the artist’s own personal history. The Russ...

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"Harmony" pop art paining of a woman in pink bathing suit relaxing in the pool

"Harmony" pop art paining of a woman in pink bathing suit relaxing in the pool

By James Wolanin

Located in Edgartown, MA

James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated world inspired by vintage advertisements, photographs, and the artist’s own personal history. The Russ...

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The Look_James Wolanin_Acrylic/Gloss Varnish/ Round Panel_Swimmer
The Look_James Wolanin_Acrylic/Gloss Varnish/ Round Panel_Swimmer

The Look_James Wolanin_Acrylic/Gloss Varnish/ Round Panel_Swimmer

By James Wolanin

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

JAMES WOLANIN "The Round" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 36 x 36 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated...

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Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Cherry Blossoms by James Wolanin
Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Cherry Blossoms by James Wolanin

Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Cherry Blossoms by James Wolanin

By James Wolanin

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

JAMES WOLANIN "Cherry Blossoms" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 40 x 55 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coat...

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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Art

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