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Friday, July 19, 2013

New Medium: Furniture

Always adventurous, John is one to test out new mediums as inspiration strikes. John has recruited his wife Denise to help him create some new one-of-a-kind furniture pieces. Upcycling antique furniture, the McCluskys hope to breathe new life into some amazing pieces!

Side table: "Mesa de Sol"

This ornate 70's vintage table is a perfect side/coffee table for the avid book reader! It has plenty of space for one's collection of hardbacks! 





Vanity: "Josephine"

The details on this piece are breath taking. 
Original wood top accented with copper painted hardware and turquoise details. 
This would make a perfect vanity, desk or hallway table.





Mirror: "Art Now"

Inspired by Picasso, this mirror would be a great colorful addition to any entryway or perhaps an eclectic boutique! 


For pricing or more information, please contact John & Denise at johnemcclusky@gmail.com

Monday, April 22, 2013

Magic Valley has Art & Soul: 2013

It's spring in the Magic Valley, and besides the excessive amounts of wind blowing through your neighborhood, that means it's time to get out and vote for your favorite local artist at the 2013 Magic Valley has Art

Head on down to the Lynwood Shopping Center to cast your vote for John McClusky!



"A Tribute to Juanita"
O/C 24"x 48"

Calendar art was one of the most popular uses for cowgirl imagery. 
Artist's typically portrayed cowgirls in buckskin outfits with six-shooters on their hips and her pony by her side.

I was influenced by this imagery and the stylization of the shape and color. 
My painting is a tribute to Juanita Parry, a cowgirl from Oklahoma, who rode with the 101 Ranch and Buffalo Bill's Wild West Shows. 
 In 1917, she was killed after a fall during a performance.




"The Duke"
O/C 16" x 20"

A highly stylized and somewhat exaggerated painting of John Wayne.
 The background is based upon Monument Valley.  This, "Land of the Navajo" is Part of Wayne's Earth and Sky.

The Tale is told of a high sandstone formation with three perpendicular shafts rising upwards like a giant "W" for Wayne, say the Navajo.

Monday, May 21, 2012

Wine Labels: Snyder Winery

Last year a local favorite, Snyder Winery, located in Buhl, ID, asked John to create wine labels for their upcoming Idaho Series. Because John was born and raised in Idaho, he was a perfect choice for the job. He has spent his life traveling around the country and the world, but nothing has inspired him like his home state. In the label,s you see Idaho's history and current lifestyles.

Photos courtesy of Snyder Winery

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Rumble in the Rubies

John was recently asked to create a piece for an upcoming motorcycle event in Elko, NV called Rumble in the Rubies. This marks the 12th Annual Motorcycle Jamboree for Elko and this year is sure to impress with top Rock Bands "Skid Row" and "Warrant" entertaining the crowds.