BRINGING STORIES TO LIFE THROUGH ART

JOHN AUGUST SWANSON makes his home in Los Angeles, California, where he was born in 1938. He paints in oil, watercolor, acrylic and mixed media, and is an independent printmaker of limited edition serigraphs, lithographs, etchings, and giclée prints.

His art reflects the strong heritage of storytelling he inherited from his Mexican mother and Swedish father. John Swanson’s narrative is direct and easily understood. He addresses himself to human values, cultural roots, and his quest for self-discovery through visual images. These include Bible stories and social celebrations such as attending the circus, the concert, and the opera. He also tells of everyday existence, of city and country walks, of visits to the library, the train station or the schoolroom. All his parables optimistically embrace life and one’s spiritual transformation.  More

	Main Catalogue: John August Swanson's Catalogue of Hand Printed serigraphs, etchings, and lithographs. Click Here to view the catalogue.
		Giclee Catalogue: Giclee art prints available. Click Here for the catalogue.   12/2018    NEW Giclee - FRANCIS LISTENS TO THE FISH   12/2018    NEW Giclee - THE RIVER
	Current Events: Click Here for News and Upcoming Events.   06/2018    LMU Magazine Profile on John August Swanson:                                SACRED ART by Scott Timberg   05/2018    Loras College Honorary Doctorate
	Cards and Posters: Click Here to view the newest posters.