Here, you will find images of past and recently completed paintings, works in progress, a bit about his philosophy on fine art aesthetics, and a list of collections and exhibits. Some works are for sale, while others are examples to inspire future commissions. All works represented are original oil paintings on panel, canvas, or linen and are crafted using time-proven, archival techniques for last
ing exposure and display. Prices range from $800 to $5,000. If you are interested in purchasing or have any questions after reviewing this page, please use email, messenger, or the website link to send an inquiry. Bio:
A third generation Van Dreal artist, John began painting at the age of seven with instruction from his father, an accomplished water color artist. With the support of his parents, each providing encouragement in the form of ideas, creativity, work ethic, and financial support, John continued to paint, study, and refine his skills. He earned his formal art education from Brigham Young University, receiving his BFA under the instruction of Greenwich Workshop artist James C. Christensen, oil painter Bruce Smith, and printmaker Jenni Christenson. Following his BFA, John completed his graduate work in Educational Psychology. An award-winning artist, John has received much recognition through solo and group exhibitions at a number of galleries in the Northwest, as well as the in the South. He has exhibited at the University of Oregon Schnitzer Museum of Art, Bakersfield Museum of Art, Hallie Ford Museum of Art, Coos Bay Art Museum, AN Bush Gallery, Corvallis Arts Center, University of Portland Buckley Gallery, and Western Oregon University Cannon Gallery of Art. Some of his works are included in the collections of Hallie Ford Museum of Art, Coos Bay Art Museum, Yaquina River Museum of Art, Mahonia Hall Governor’s Mansion, Asahel Bush House Museum, Bakersfield Museum of Art, University of Portland, and the print collections of Brigham Young University and Illinois University. Born in Colorado and raised in Southern California, John has been a resident of Oregon for over 30 years. In addition to his work as an artist, he is a writer (nonfiction and poetry), musician, school psychologist, an internationally recognized leader in violence prevention and behavioral threat assessment (John Van Dreal Consulting), and the retired Director of Security, Safety, and Risk Management Services for Salem-Keizer Schools. John is dedicated to his own community, supporting nonprofit arts and human services organizations. Finally, he is lucky to be the partner of a gifted school counselor and a proud father of two brilliant adult children.
