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James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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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Artist: James Wolanin
Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Ciao Bella by James Wolanin
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | 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 coated wor...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

Retro_Pop_Female Portrait/Figurative_Acrylic/Gloss_James Wolanin, Summertime
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN "Summertime" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 40 x 40 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated wo...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Cherry Blossoms by James Wolanin
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | 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 Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

"Spring Tulips" pop art painting of red and yellow tulips on blue background
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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2010s Contemporary James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Wood Panel

"Pool" Acrylic painting of a woman standing in a blue pool with a green lawn.
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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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Wood Panel

Retro Surfer Girl_Pop Art/Figurative_James Wolanin, Atlantis
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN "Atlantis" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 30 x 60 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated worl...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Ciao Bella by James Wolanin
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | 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 coated wor...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

I Dream in Color_James Wolanin_Acrylic/Gloss Varnish/Panel_Retro_Pop_Portrait
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN "I Dream in Color" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 48 x 48 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coa...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

Retro_Pop_Female Portrait/Figurative_Acrylic/Gloss_James Wolanin, Beach Duo
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | 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 Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

The Look_James Wolanin_Acrylic/Gloss Varnish/ Round Panel_Swimmer
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | 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 wor...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

"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...
Category

2010s Contemporary James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

Retro Pop Portrait of Women in Acrylic on Panel_Cherry Blossoms by James Wolanin
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | 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 Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

Pop Retro Swimmer Portrait Triptych_James Wolanin, Acrylic on Panels
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN "Summertime" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 40 x 40 inches JAMES WOLANIN "The Round" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 36 x 36 inches JAMES WOLANIN "Summer Love" Acr...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

Retro_Pop_Female Portrait/Figurative_Acrylic_James Wolanin, Summer Love
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN "Summer Love" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 36 x 36 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated w...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

Materials

Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

Retro_Pop_Female Portrait/Figurative_Acrylic/Gloss_James Wolanin, Summertime
By James Wolanin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN "Summertime" Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel 40 x 40 inches ______________________ James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated wo...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Figurative Paintings

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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel

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