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john mclean

1939 – 2019

john mclean
Modern
Modern

john mclean

Born 1939 Died 2019 Works span 1993–2008

John McLean (1939 – 2019): A Rhythm of Color and Emotion John McLean (1939 – 2019) emerged as a significant figure in British abstract painting, captivating audiences with his distinctive approach to color and form. Born in , McLean’s artistic journey was marked by profound influences from masters like Matisse and Miró, shaping his vision of art as an exploration of emotional resonance and spatial suggestion—a belief that underpinned…

13
dated works
1
chapters
1993
first work
2008
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through john mclean's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups john mclean's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.