OUR NEWEST SERIES FROM OUR NEWEST ARTIST
JOHN HANLEY
John Hanley attended the prestigious American Academy of Art in Chicago. His freelance career began in 1989 and he ultimately found his niche in the sports and entertainment industries. John built an impressive client list which includes: Best Buy, Budweiser, Coca Cola, Chevrolet, McDonald’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, BMW, Cadillac, Marvel, Tribune Publishing, DreamWorks, DC Comics, Universal and Warner Bros. Johns signature style is dreamy, ethereal and evocative. John uses an oil wash technique to create the dreamy effect for his paintings which are oil on Masonite.
Basically, John paints an underbody using sepia and burnt umber colors. After drying, he applies a solvent to his colors of choice and begins blending darks and lights to pull the light from the shadows. The result is an ethereal and dreamy original oil painting that has gained a national following.
OLD SAN LUIS
Since joining our team of talented artists, John has begun creating a series of original paintings titled “Memories of Old San Luis Obispo”
Using his dreamy oil wash technique, John is creating these timeless original paintings designed to provide our community with a nostalgic look back to a time when life was simpler and enjoyed in the outdoors. Pictured below is the A.H. Louis store, one of many historical landmarks in San Luis Obispo.
“MISSION GIRLS”
Three young girls sharing a relaxing afternoon together at the mission. San Luis Obispo de Telosa is a Spanish mission founded September 1 1772 by Father Junipero Serra.
This mission is the 5th of California’s 21 missions. It was named after Saint Louis, bishop of Toulouse and is one of the few missions that stands on the original site.
Today, the mission serves as a gathering spot outside and a peaceful place for worship or meditation inside. The mission also plays host to countless weddings each year.
“HARMONY”
Located in California’s Central Coast, the town of Harmony has a rich supporting history. Founded in 1869, Harmony served as the home of the Harmony Valley Creamery Association and the capital of Central Coast dairy production for nearly half a century, and also a picturesque pit-stop for the rich-and-famous on their way to visit William Randolph Hearst.
Harmony is one paved street off of SR 1. The main structure is the former creamery, with the open area being a small plaza. Harmony Glassworks now lies at the north-west end of the street. Founded in 2007 and open daily, the shop is a gallery, studio and school, which offers beginner classes in glassblowing techniques
“OUT FOR A RIDE’
Two local sisters driving an old 1940’s child’s toy car.
Joy and fun the way it was in more relaxed times, has helped SLO gain it’s much deserved, laid back and relaxed reputation. Founded in 1772 and incorporated in 1856, San Luis Obispo has a rich and varied history. Named for Saint Louis of Toulouse, SLO has more than 180 historic buildings that have been designated as Historic resources.
“DIGGING FOR TREASURE”
Pismo Beach adopted the name “Clam Capitol of the World” in the 1950’s. Though the name is no longer used, they city still holds the Clam Festival every October, complete with Clam chowder contests and a clam themed parade.
In 1846, Jose Ortega sold Rancho Pismo to Isaac Sparks who later sold most of it to John Michael Price. Price established the town of Pismo Beach in 1891
“MORRO ROCK”
Located in the City of Morro Bay, CA., Morro Rock, a State Historic Landmark, was formed about 23 million years ago from the plugs of long-extinct volcanoes. Morro Rock was an important navigational aid for mariners for over 300 because the rock is approximately 576 feet tall which made it the most visible in a chain of 9 peaks.
JOHN’S PROCESS
Below is a painting of the Batman TV show (60’s.) in 3 different stages.
Photo 1: John shows the sepia underpainting. The image is clear and unaffected.
Photo 2 : John shows us the wash effect and how it creates the hazy, dreaminess that he is known for.
Photo 3: The finished product. The colors are exposed and darks/lights are more pronounced.
In this next photo is Artist John Hanley applying the top coat after the wash has been applied.
ONE MORE FROM JOHN
Below is an amazing painting John created for the movie “Black Swan” starring Natalie Portman. There are multiple paintings from the Entertainment and sports industries. Contact us or go to the website to see more of John’s unique and timeless original paintings.
