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Joseph McAleer Art

American, b. 1944
McAleer is an artist and lifelong educator based in NJ. He earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Rowan University, and has exhibited his work up and down the east coast, including major solo exhibitions at Bridgette Mayer Gallery and Locks Gallery in Philadelphia, PA. "All my work originates from my personal experience of life, my worldview. I am continually challenged by the infinite, creative possibilities that exist within the flat, 2D picture plane. The work I have done for the last several years involves what I call “erasing.” Using mostly an opaque, layering process, I “erase” large passages of previously created forms. Repeating this process of layering several times offers many open-ended possibilities of discovery. Curved edge orientation and layering techniques are also integral to my invented non-objective work. By using this continuous, natural (organic) process, I rely on instinct and intuition to move the work forward. Complex, layered shapes, a soft palette, nuances of line, subtle textures, shape and background are all brought into relationship with each other." – Joseph McAleer
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The Gift: abstract impressionist color field painting on canvas in pink & gold
The Gift: abstract impressionist color field painting on canvas in pink & gold

The Gift: abstract impressionist color field painting on canvas in pink & gold

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a contemporary abstract acrylic painting on canvas that recalls the modernist color field tradition of Mark Rothko. It is heavily textured with dominant gold, yellow, pink, white and green accents. It is signed and dated on the back. All hanging hardware is attached, no additional framing necessary. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

River of Dreams II: abstract landscape painting with blue water and night sky
River of Dreams II: abstract landscape painting with blue water and night sky

River of Dreams II: abstract landscape painting with blue water and night sky

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a contemporary geometric abstract landscape oil painting on canvas with blue water and night sky. It is reminiscent of the Modernist color field tradition of Mark Rothko. It is signed on the back. All hanging hardware attached, no need for additional framing. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer: Sixty Years." "Joe McAleer...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Framed abstract painting of figures dancing in a landscape, w/ blues: "Kimono"
Framed abstract painting of figures dancing in a landscape, w/ blues: "Kimono"

Framed abstract painting of figures dancing in a landscape, w/ blues: "Kimono"

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a framed abstract acrylic painting on masonite board evoking a dancing figure in a landscape, perhaps wearing a Japanese kimono. It is framed in a narrow, contemporary white ...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Masonite, Acrylic

Fauve Flamingos: birds in landscape w/ blue water, pink mountains, palm trees
Fauve Flamingos: birds in landscape w/ blue water, pink mountains, palm trees

Fauve Flamingos: birds in landscape w/ blue water, pink mountains, palm trees

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

"Fauve Flamingos" is an acrylic on canvas painting depicting birds in a bright, whimsical Fauvist landscape reminiscent of the post-impressionist Henri Matisse. It is signed on the back. Edges are neatly finished and painted, so there is no need for additional framing. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer: Sixty Years." "Joe McAleer's paintings engage us as participants in a complex perceptual game. Comprised of contrasting patterns of color, texture, and form, which fill the canvas from edge to edge, his restless abstractions elude a fleeting encounter. Rather, they absorb our attention with rhythmic structures and visual anomalies designed to stimulate and perplex our senses. McAleer's kaleidoscopic abstractions have their basis in the humble Modernist's grid,......" - Joe Houston, Author "Optic Nerve, Perceptual Art of the 1960s"; Curator, Hallmark Art Collection. McAleer is an artist and lifelong educator based in NJ. He earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Rowan University, and has exhibited his work up and down the east coast, including major solo exhibitions at Bridgette Mayer Gallery and Locks Gallery...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Kimona: abstract painting of figure dancing in a landscape, w/ blues & purples
Kimona: abstract painting of figure dancing in a landscape, w/ blues & purples

Kimona: abstract painting of figure dancing in a landscape, w/ blues & purples

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is an abstract acrylic painting on masonite board evoking a dancing figure in a landscape, perhaps wearing a Japanese kimono. signed "Jomac" lower right, also signed, titled, an...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Acrylic, Masonite

Odysseus' Muse: contemporary abstract oil on canvas painting w/ two figures
Odysseus' Muse: contemporary abstract oil on canvas painting w/ two figures

Odysseus' Muse: contemporary abstract oil on canvas painting w/ two figures

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a two-panel oil on canvas abstract painting with two figures of mythological lovers. It is signed on the front. Includes hanging hardware, so there is no need for additional framing. Both panels ship in a single box 46" x 34". Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer: Sixty Years." **Please contact me with zip code for precise shipping quote and timeline. I will work to get you the best shipping price available. "Joe McAleer's paintings engage us as participants in a complex perceptual game. Comprised of contrasting patterns of color, texture, and form, which fill the canvas from edge to edge, his restless abstractions elude a fleeting encounter. Rather, they absorb our attention with rhythmic structures and visual anomalies designed to stimulate and perplex our senses. McAleer's kaleidoscopic abstractions have their basis in the humble Modernist's grid,......" - Joe Houston, Author "Optic Nerve, Perceptual Art of the 1960s"; Curator, Hallmark Art Collection. McAleer is an artist and lifelong educator based in NJ. He earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Rowan University, and has exhibited his work up and down the east coast, including major solo exhibitions at Bridgette Mayer Gallery and Locks Gallery...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Breakthrough: surrealism abstract landscape acrylic painting in blue & orange
Breakthrough: surrealism abstract landscape acrylic painting in blue & orange

Breakthrough: surrealism abstract landscape acrylic painting in blue & orange

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

"Breakthrough" is an abstract acrylic on canvas painting, in varying shades of blue, orange, green, with red accents in the surrealism tradition of Salvador Dali. Landscape elements ...

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1970s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Galaxy: contemporary canvas painting w/ imagery of stars, sun, universe & space
Galaxy: contemporary canvas painting w/ imagery of stars, sun, universe & space

Galaxy: contemporary canvas painting w/ imagery of stars, sun, universe & space

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

"Galaxy" is an acrylic on canvas painting with textured brushwork depicting stars and space in the universe. It is signed on the back. Edges are neatly finished and painted black, so there is no need for additional framing. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer: Sixty Years." "Joe McAleer's paintings engage us as participants in a complex perceptual game. Comprised of contrasting patterns of color, texture, and form, which fill the canvas from edge to edge, his restless abstractions elude a fleeting encounter. Rather, they absorb our attention with rhythmic structures and visual anomalies designed to stimulate and perplex our senses. McAleer's kaleidoscopic abstractions have their basis in the humble Modernist's grid,......" - Joe Houston, Author "Optic Nerve, Perceptual Art of the 1960s"; Curator, Hallmark Art Collection. McAleer is an artist and lifelong educator based in NJ. He earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Rowan University, and has exhibited his work up and down the east coast, including major solo exhibitions at Bridgette Mayer Gallery and Locks Gallery...

Category

2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Seven-Five in the Third: contemporary geometric abstract painting w/ blue lines
Seven-Five in the Third: contemporary geometric abstract painting w/ blue lines

Seven-Five in the Third: contemporary geometric abstract painting w/ blue lines

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is an abstract acrylic on canvas painting, predominantly blue, green, and violet gestural abstract expressionist brushwork with white and red accent lines. The imagery suggests a tennis court landscape. It is signed on front and back. All hanging hardware attached, no need for additional framing. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Wimbledon: contemporary abstract impressionist painting w/ blue, green, purple
Wimbledon: contemporary abstract impressionist painting w/ blue, green, purple

Wimbledon: contemporary abstract impressionist painting w/ blue, green, purple

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a contemporary abstract acrylic on canvas painting, predominantly blue, green, and violet, with with black and blue lines. It has gestural abstract expressionist in style, an...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

River of Dreams: geometric abstract landscape painting w/ green water & blue sky
River of Dreams: geometric abstract landscape painting w/ green water & blue sky

River of Dreams: geometric abstract landscape painting w/ green water & blue sky

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a contemporary geometric abstract landscape oil painting on canvas with green water and blue sky. It is reminiscent of the Modernist color field tradition of Mark Rothko.. It is signed on the back. All hanging hardware is attached, no need for additional framing. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Night to Remember: abstract landscape w/ sea/ocean & stars at night w/ blues
A Night to Remember: abstract landscape w/ sea/ocean & stars at night w/ blues

A Night to Remember: abstract landscape w/ sea/ocean & stars at night w/ blues

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is an acrylic on canvas painting depicting an abstract landscape with ocean / sea with stars at night in a range of blues. It is signed on the front and back. Edges are neatly finished and painted, so there is no need for additional framing. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer: Sixty Years." "Joe McAleer...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Monument: contemporary abstract painting in yellow, green, pink & white pastels
Monument: contemporary abstract painting in yellow, green, pink & white pastels

Monument: contemporary abstract painting in yellow, green, pink & white pastels

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a modernist, abstract acrylic on canvas painting, predominantly yellow, green, pink & white pastel colors with gestural abstract expressionist brushwork. It is signed on front. All hanging hardware attached, no need for additional framing. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer...

Category

2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Elegance: contemporary geometric abstract painting w/ leaves -green, white, gray
Elegance: contemporary geometric abstract painting w/ leaves -green, white, gray

Elegance: contemporary geometric abstract painting w/ leaves -green, white, gray

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a heavily textured, contemporary geometric abstract acrylic on canvas painting in whites, green, and grays including imagery of leaves and nature. It is signed on the back. All hanging hardware included, no additional framing needed. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer: Sixty Years." "Joe McAleer...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

In Search of Icarus: mythology painting w/ pink, violet  birds & blue sky
In Search of Icarus: mythology painting w/ pink, violet  birds & blue sky

In Search of Icarus: mythology painting w/ pink, violet birds & blue sky

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a contemporary abstract acrylic on canvas painting, predominantly blue with pink and purple birds and figures of the mythological Icarus silhouetted against the sky. It is signed, titled, and dated on the back. All hanging hardware included, no additional framing needed. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer...

Category

2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Parallel Universes: large contemporary abstract painting w/ gray, white & pink
Parallel Universes: large contemporary abstract painting w/ gray, white & pink

Parallel Universes: large contemporary abstract painting w/ gray, white & pink

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a contemporary abstract acrylic on canvas painting, predominantly gray, pink and white with gestural abstract expressionist brushwork. It is signed, titled, and dated on the back. All hanging hardware included, no additional framing needed. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer: Sixty Years." "Joe McAleer...

Category

2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Kind of Blue: contemporary abstract AbEx painting in dark blues w/ purple, green
Kind of Blue: contemporary abstract AbEx painting in dark blues w/ purple, green

Kind of Blue: contemporary abstract AbEx painting in dark blues w/ purple, green

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a jazz-inspired, contemporary abstract expressionism acrylic on canvas painting in the style of Joan Mitchell or Willem de Kooning, predominantly shades of dark blue with acc...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Blue Icarus: abstract painting w/ bird in blue, green, violet & black
Blue Icarus: abstract painting w/ bird in blue, green, violet & black

Blue Icarus: abstract painting w/ bird in blue, green, violet & black

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a contemporary abstract acrylic on canvas painting in the style of Joan Mitchell or Willem de Kooning, predominantly blue, black, green, Pantone's Color-of-the Year "very per...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Breakthrough Flow -- surrealist abstract landscape painting in blue & orange
Breakthrough Flow -- surrealist abstract landscape painting in blue & orange

Breakthrough Flow -- surrealist abstract landscape painting in blue & orange

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a beautifully framed abstract acrylic on canvas painting, in varying shades of blue, orange, and green, with red accents. Landscape elements are perceptible in this painting ...

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2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Sommelier: abstract expressionism painting on canvas in "very peri", blue & pink
Sommelier: abstract expressionism painting on canvas in "very peri", blue & pink

Sommelier: abstract expressionism painting on canvas in "very peri", blue & pink

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

This is a jazz-inspired, contemporary abstract expressionist acrylic on canvas painting , predominantly light blue with shades of light blue, lilac, Pantone's Color-of-the Year "very peri...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Optic Diamond IV - contemporary abstract mixed media painting w/ geometric cubes
Optic Diamond IV - contemporary abstract mixed media painting w/ geometric cubes

Optic Diamond IV - contemporary abstract mixed media painting w/ geometric cubes

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

"Optic Diamond IV" is a geometric abstract acrylic on canvas painting with mixed media elements. It is a square 36" x 36" canvas that hangs on the diagonal to measure 52" x 52 x 2". ...

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Early 2000s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Mixed Media

Atlantic City Revisited: mid-century modern geometric abstract painting w/ pink
Atlantic City Revisited: mid-century modern geometric abstract painting w/ pink

Atlantic City Revisited: mid-century modern geometric abstract painting w/ pink

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

"Atlantic City Revisited" 1977 is a mid-century modern, abstract acrylic on canvas painting, predominantly blue, and pink with geometric squares in varying shades of blue, pink, black, and gray with a mid-century modern aesthetic recalling Peter Max. It is signed on the front and back. All hanging hardware attached, no additional framing necessary. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer...

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1970s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Vagueness of Memory: mid-century modern style geometric painting, violet & blue
Vagueness of Memory: mid-century modern style geometric painting, violet & blue

Vagueness of Memory: mid-century modern style geometric painting, violet & blue

By Joseph McAleer

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

"The Vagueness of Memory" is a contemporary mid-century modern style abstract acrylic on canvas painting, with geometric lines and squares in varying shades of blue, Pantone's Color-of-the Year "very peri", and lilac with a mid-century modern aesthetic. It also reads like and aerial view or bird's eye view landscape. It is signed on front and back. All hanging hardware attached, no additional framing necessary. Every purchase comes with a free, hardcover copy of the beautiful illustrated new book, "Joseph McAleer...

Category

2010s Abstract Joseph McAleer Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Joseph Mcaleer art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Joseph McAleer art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, green, pink and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Joseph McAleer in canvas, fabric, paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Joseph McAleer art, so small editions measuring 10 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Earl Staley, Paula Cahill, and Paul Lorenz. Joseph McAleer art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $950 and tops out at $5,000, while the average work can sell for $2,750.

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