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Just a quick shout out. My most recent work "Resonance Series" mixed media on paper are available for sale on Pictorem. Click this link https://www.pictorem.com/collectionlist.html?keyword=w+k+johnson

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"Resonance # 12 Mixed Media on Paper 2

“RESONANCE SERIES” This artwork series showcases a dynamic composition of abstract elements, marrying bold brushstrokes with a delicate use of color that adds depth and intrigue. The combination of blues, oranges, and yellows interact with splashes of black and delicate washes that create a sense of fluidity and motion. The balance between the spontaneous lines and the soft diffusions of color suggests a thoughtful exploration of movement and energy.


This series excels in its ability to capture chaos and harmony simultaneously. The bold, sweeping lines demonstrate confidence and a robust command of the medium, guiding the viewer's eye with an intentionality that contributes to a captivating rhythm throughout the work. The interplay of light and dark tones creates a compelling contrast, allowing the colors to pop and maintain a lively tension.


Art thrives on experimentation and expression, and this artwork fruitfully navigates the fine line between control and spontaneity. This thoughtful balance promises a rich exploration of abstract art that invites and encourages viewers to develop their own interpretations. Such a creation stands as a testimony to the power of abstraction to evoke emotion and thought, making it a significant contribution to the world of contemporary art.

Before The Moon Went Down, Acrylic on Canvas 36" x 48"

Abstract Painting W. K. Johnson Artist
"Before The Moon Went Down Painting W. K. Johnson

This painting, part of a landscape series, captures the essence of a small town. It includes houses, trees, streets, and the moon, weaving together a vivid portrayal of the town's daily life. Viewers are invited to immerse themselves in the community, experiencing its entirety in one glance. Reflecting the sentiment expressed in John Prine's lyrics from "In A Town This Size," the painting conveys the idea that in a close-knit town, there is no escaping the scrutiny of neighbors. The lyrics, "I had a fight with my girlfriend last night. Before the moon went down it was all over town," poignantly depict the interconnectedness and gossip filled atmosphere that may be characteristic of life in a town of this size.


Pablo Picasso studio paintings
Picasso in his studio

According to Huffington’s book “Picasso Creator Destroyer”

upon his death Picasso had in a personal collection of his works 1,880 Paintings, 1,228 Sculptures, 18,095 Engravings, 6,112 Linocuts, 11,748 Drawings and 149 Notebooks.  In 1977 this collection was valued at 260 Million dollars. In 2024 dollars that value is 1.33 Billion dollars.  The average price of each of the nearly 50,000 works in 1977 was only $5,200.  In 2024 dollars the average is $26,000 each. Huffington did not quote a source for the figures represented in her book and they do differ from David Douglas Duncan’s book “Picasso’s Picassos” but if they are accurate the estate collection was greatly undervalued in 1977. Since then just one of Picasso’s paintings (not from his personal collection) sold for more than 139 million dollars. If the1,880 paintings from his personal collection were valued at just 1 Million dollars each they would be worth $1,880,000,000 today.



Femme a la Montre 1932 $139.4 million dollars

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