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John Diehl Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

John Diehl was trained as a classical pianist before ever picking up a brush or palette knife. That love of music permeates his art. Diehl uses landscapes as a means to express feelings rather than capture a scene. Among other emotions, he portrays joy, peace, happiness and solitude. John estimates there are 15,000 brushstrokes in each of his paintings. Diehl attended the Rhode Island School of Design and the University of Florence in Italy and currently lives in Bridgewater, Massachusetts.

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Artist: John Diehl
Drawing No. 5, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
By John Diehl
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A minimalist triangle emerges on a white background, exuding a bold yet understated appeal. It captures artist John Diehl's mastery of geometric precision wit...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Diehl Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink

Drawing No. 5, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
Drawing No. 5, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting

John Diehl
Drawing No. 5, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting, 2024

$775
Drawing No. 8, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
By John Diehl
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A bold black triangle against a stark white background creates a minimalist yet striking composition. It reflects artist John Diehl's mastery of geometric pre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Diehl Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink

Drawing No. 8, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
Drawing No. 8, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting

John Diehl
Drawing No. 8, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting, 2024

$775
Drawing No. 19, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
By John Diehl
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
An equilateral triangle and clean lines create a minimalist yet bold aesthetic, reflecting artist John Diehl's mastery of geometric precision with freehand a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Diehl Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink

Drawing No. 19, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
Drawing No. 19, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting

John Diehl
Drawing No. 19, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting, 2024

$775
Drawing No. 4, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
By John Diehl
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist John Diehl blends geometric precision with freehand artistry in this minimalist composition. The equilateral triangle and clean lines create a bold yet...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Diehl Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

Drawing No. 4, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
Drawing No. 4, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting

John Diehl
Drawing No. 4, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting, 2024

$775
Drawing No. 15, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
By John Diehl
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Black lines form a minimalist triangle against a white background, reflecting artist John Diehl's mastery of geometric precision with freehand artistry. Part...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Diehl Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

Drawing No. 15, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting
Drawing No. 15, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting

John Diehl
Drawing No. 15, 2024 (Starlight Collection), Abstract Painting, 2024

$775
Drawing No. 33, 2024 (Flamingo Collection), Abstract Painting
By John Diehl
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Thin black lines divide a triangle into segments. The minimalistic piece captures artist John Diehl's blend of geometric precision and freehand artistry, marked by simplicity and structural elegance. The artwork is part of his Flamingo Project, where he explored nomadic art-making by creating and exhibiting art in remote desert locations rather than traditional galleries. John started the series in early 2024 from Palm Springs and culminated in Wonder Valley.The artwork measures 12 by 9 inches, matted and framed to 14 by 11 inches, with a 6 3/4-inch by 5 11/16-inch mat opening and the signature placed beneath the mat.


About the Artist
Artist John Diehl creates large minimalist...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Diehl Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink

Drawing No. 33, 2024 (Flamingo Collection), Abstract Painting
Drawing No. 33, 2024 (Flamingo Collection), Abstract Painting

John Diehl
Drawing No. 33, 2024 (Flamingo Collection), Abstract Painting, 2024

$775
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