paintings by john marc anderson
Welcome to Marc’s paintings page. Unless otherwise indicated, paintings presented are available for sale. Note that all works are executed on panel board. Prices shown is for local pickup. For shipment you will need to call the studio at 985- 966-7000 to provide detailed information. Typically, shipping costs are an additional 10-15% beyond the cost of the work.
New works are posted from time to time, but because Marc produces a carefully curated and limited number of paintings each year, they tend to move quickly. Please call 985 966 7000 for commissions and custom works.
PANEL 57A
The surface displays multiple layers of paints and stain, a bit kaleidoscopic in nature, worn, gouged, and etched over time. The effect imparts a mosaic of hues ranging from aquamarine, teal, and salmon, to sunset and atmospheric pinks, raw woods, and oxidized bone, almond, and creams.
Roughly textured and quite pleasing to the touch, reminiscent of a desk, table, or door painted over endless times, but that you dare not strip to the raw wood; rather, you endeavor to capture its strata, history and depth all at once.
Intentional gouging, scratches, abrasions, and gashes add to the effect that time has imparted. This work is 48” x 48” and was executed on solid wood panel.
Offering a soft yet commanding presence, the work communicates an abstract/non-representational style without drawing too much overt attention to itself, coaxing the viewer to explore the work.
Signed in Winsor & Newton Charcoal by Marc.
One of three original works in this style, this relief study of a meandering shotgun rosebush is haunting, perhaps even foreboding. Click image to read more…
A very vintage still life, with emphasis placed on the background mood rather than the subject. This 24” x 36” panel was intentionally distressed, shredded, clawed, gouged, and ground down...then and only then, were the roses applied.
“Scratch Offs”, a diptych completed in 2023. Sold to private collector.