About the Member
John Wathne Art | Landscape Paintings | Salem, MA
About Us
John Wathne is a self-taught artist and structural preservation engineer who transforms New England’s urban and rural landscapes into compelling geometric interpretations on canvas. Based in Salem, MA, his unique perspective combines his engineering background with artistic vision to capture the intricate maze of shapes and colors in everyday scenes.
Our Artwork
Each piece reflects a carefully composed vision of architectural and natural elements, photographically documented and thoughtfully reimagined through oil paintings that invite viewers to discover their own stories.
Core Offerings
- Urban Landscape Paintings
- Rural Landscape Paintings
- Commission Work
- Exhibition Pieces
Specialty Services/Features
Custom commissions and site-specific architectural paintings that blend technical precision with artistic interpretation.
Key Feature 1: Geometric interpretations of architectural scenes
Key Feature 2: New England urban and rural landscapes
Key Feature 3: Oil painting on canvas
Key Feature 4: Exhibition-quality original artwork
Featured Collections
Urban Landscapes showcase the artist’s distinctive ability to capture city scenes through a structural lens, emphasizing the geometric patterns and architectural elements that define our built environment.
Highlights
Self-taught artist with engineering background Specializing in New England scenes Regular exhibitions at Salem Arts Association Available for purchase through select galleries
Location & Contact
Visit Us
Salem, MA 01970
Connect
Phone: 508-801-6817
Email: jwathne@voidspan.com
Website: https://www.johnwathne.art/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnWathnePaintings/
Keywords: Salem MA artist, urban landscape paintings, New England art, architectural paintings, geometric art, oil paintings
“Capturing beauty in places we see everyday”
Available for purchase at District Trading and Salem Arts Association. Proud member of Creative Collective.
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