James Wolanin Portrait 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_Female Portrait/Figurative_Acrylic_James Wolanin, Summer Love
By James Wolanin
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN
"Summer Love"
Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel
36 x 36 inches
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Portrait Paintings
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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel
$5,200 Sale Price
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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
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$8,400 Sale Price
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"Harmony" pop art paining of a woman in pink bathing suit relaxing in the pool
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Retro Surfer Girl_Pop Art/Figurative_James Wolanin, Atlantis
By James Wolanin
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN
"Atlantis"
Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel
30 x 60 inches
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Portrait Paintings
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"Sun Hat Parade" Portrait of three women wearing sunglasses and relaxing
By James Wolanin
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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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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
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Portrait Paintings
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The Look_James Wolanin_Acrylic/Gloss Varnish/ Round Panel_Swimmer
By James Wolanin
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN
"The Round"
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36 x 36 inches
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James Wolanin’s paintings transport the viewer to an effervescent, candy coated wor...
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Portrait Paintings
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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
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Portrait Paintings
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I Dream in Color_James Wolanin_Acrylic/Gloss Varnish/Panel_Retro_Pop_Portrait
By James Wolanin
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
JAMES WOLANIN
"I Dream in Color"
Acrylic & Gloss Varnish on Panel
48 x 48 inches
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2010s Pop Art James Wolanin Portrait Paintings
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Varnish, Acrylic, Panel
$8,400 Sale Price
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James Wolanin portrait paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic James Wolanin portrait paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by James Wolanin in acrylic paint, paint, panel 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 contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large James Wolanin portrait paintings, so small editions measuring 36 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Jack Florczyk, Jackie Gordon, and Hector Frank. James Wolanin portrait paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $6,000 and tops out at $10,500, while the average work can sell for $10,500.