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Uncle Sam (High Society editorial piece)

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Artwork Details
Location: Wayshak Gallery Room
Title: Uncle Sam (High Society editorial piece)*
Artist:  Jonathan Wayshak (All)
Media Type: Mixed Media
Art Type: Illustration
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 537
Likes on CAF: 13
Comments: 17
Added to Site: 2/19/2024

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Happy Presidents Day!


So this was not what I had planned to post today. But as I was getting ready to post what I had originally scheduled, I suddenly realized it was Presidents Day (that’s what happens when you don’t work and no longer have any use for a calendar, LOL). Anyway, I decided to make this last minute substitution to coincide with the holiday. The piece isn’t necessarily presidential, but at least it’s more politically themed.

Don’t really have the time to do a proper write up (maybe I’ll amend this description at a later date), so this will have to be an instance where I let the artwork do most of the talking. This gorgeous painting comes from the spectacularly talented Jonathan Wayshak. Since Jon is a pal, I check in with him pretty regularly and always make it a point to see if he has any art for sale. It just so happened that the last time I did, he had these High Society editorial illustrations that he had done about 10-15 years ago. I picked this one up for the obvious reasons, but also because I’m a sucker for the color green. And again, it’s a fantastic example of Jon’s amazing artistic skills. It’s done in acrylic, inks, watercolor, and colored pencil on 19 x 22, 300lb watercolor paper.

Those of you who saw Jon at OAX, or even better, those lucky enough to get on his OAX commission list, know just how good of an artist he is. I am so proud to have so many fine examples of his work, and even prouder to call him a friend. Enjoy the piece, enjoy your holiday, and as always, thanks for stopping by.

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James S Member Since 2017
Posted On 2/19/2024

Uncle Sam may want me, but I'm not going anywhere near that guy! 

Dave W Member Since 2006
Posted On 2/19/2024

Wayshak got my vote for who to do a pre-OAX commission with, and I was floored with the results. You know this, you were early on his talent - thanks for the nudge to get a piece. This is a killer example of his style and quality work. Congrats - thanks for sharing!

E DLS Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/19/2024

Dave W wrote:
"  Wayshak got my vote for who to do a pre-OAX commission with, and I was floored with the results. You know this, you were early on his talent - thanks for the nudge to get a piece. This is a killer example of his style and quality work. Congrats - thanks for sharing!
 "

Thanks bud.  It's fun to get in on the ground floor with exciting young talent.  I also did it with Mignola decades ago.  And I always try to help out my fellow collectors by singing their praises.  But sometimes it's like shouting at the rain, no one listens.  Of course that just works to my benefit, since I have less competition early on.  Although it's nice to see that the hobby is starting to catch on with Jonathan.  It still makes me chuckle when I he told me the story of how a prominent art rep refused to take him on.  Don't know what that guy was thinking. 

Jonathan Mueller Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/19/2024

Love this! Congrats, thanks for sharing!

Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 2/19/2024

You were Way$ ahead of the curve with this guy.  Another stunning example!

Paul P Spiderversity Member Since 2011
Posted On 2/19/2024

These holidays always catch me by surprise too, haha!  Man this is really cool, thanks for sharing!

Marcus Wai Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/19/2024

You're a Wayshak one percenter!

Ian Saint Member Since 2021
Posted On 2/19/2024

Lovely artwork and you can never go wrong with the color green. Congrats!

F M Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/20/2024

Creepy

Fabio C. Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/20/2024

not familiar with the artist, but I like this piece, the colors in particular

Kasra Ghanbari Member Since 2004
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Posted On 2/20/2024

Awesome piece, Eric. Really feel like Jon won OAX and that the future is wide open.

E DLS Member Since 2005
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Posted On 2/20/2024

Kasra Ghanbari wrote:
"  Awesome piece, Eric. Really feel like Jon won OAX and that the future is wide open.
 "

Couldn't agree more.  He's crazy talented, he's hard working, and as nice a guy as you could meet.  Thanks for the coment buddy.  Hope 2024 is treating you well so far.

Will Tervay Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/20/2024

Awesome! He's definitely high on my want list to get some stuff from.  Got introduced to him by Allen Spiegel at SDCC last year, and ended up talking for quite a while.  Super cool guy and fantastic artist.  Thanks for sharing!

E DLS Member Since 2005
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Posted On 2/20/2024

Will Tervay wrote:
"  Awesome! He's definitely high on my want list to get some stuff from.  Got introduced to him by Allen Spiegel at SDCC last year, and ended up talking for quite a while.  Super cool guy and fantastic artist.  Thanks for sharing!
 "

Thanks Will.  Allen was such a patron of the arts.  He loved the hobby and he loved people.  SDCC will never be the same without him.  Best of luck landing your own Wayshak piece.  Whatever it is, I'm sure you're going to love it.

Gregg and Amanda Spatz Member Since 2010
Posted On 2/26/2024

Jon at his best! Congrats!

John C Member Since 2014
Posted On 3/2/2024

“It’s called ‘A Salute to All Nations, But Mostly America.'”

Thomas V Member Since 2008
Posted On 10/16/2024

irreverent and increasingly, chillingly relevant

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