Original Figurative Oil Paintings: John/Jane DOE 2026 Collection
Discover "John/Jane Doe - 2026," a series of twelve original oil paintings on 20mm deep wooden boards. This collection explores the architecture of the human form through a lens of anonymity and stillness. Each piece is a study of volume and light, utilizing a vintage palette of deep umbers, mossy greens, and warm beiges.
The signature "Red Reveal" technique—intentional surface abrasions that uncover a vibrant crimson layer—brings a raw, internal pulse to these contemplative figures. Whether you are looking for small-scale contemporary art or a centerpiece for a minimalist interior, these 12x16 inch panels offer a timeless, organic presence.
A striking profile view where a sharp "red reveal" line traces the curve of the back and neck. The figure stands against a stippled green background, creating a beautiful balance between organic form and decorative texture.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
This piece features a seated female figure whose form is softened by a rhythmic, wallpaper-like background of vertical marks. The warm beiges and browns of the skin blend seamlessly into the environment, emphasizing presence over identity.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
This piece places the figure in an abstracted tub, using a teal and green backdrop to create a cool contrast with the warm skin tones. Red outlines trace the limbs, suggesting a hidden vitality beneath the calm water.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
A deeply introspective work showing a figure with a hunched posture and bowed head. The muted green pattern in the background creates a vibrating, vintage feel that complements the quiet emotion of the pose.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
A seated figure in profile, where the light hits the peaks of the torso while the lower body recedes into earthy shadows. The soft, painterly application of oil on the wood panel enhances the meditative mood.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
An expressive, arched pose that stretches the silhouette against a backdrop of muted green dots. Red highlights trace the torso and arms, acting like a pulse of energy that defines the figure’s reach.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
A dynamic upward perspective focusing on the tension of the chest and neck as the figure reaches upward. Vibrant red under-layers are visible at the edges, adding a rhythmic energy to the physical form.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
This composition focuses on the intertwined volumes of the limbs and torso, rendered in soft, fleshy tones. The "red reveal" is used subtly here to highlight the points of contact between the body and the space it occupies.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
A powerful study of volume where light carves out the musculature of the chest and shoulders against a deep, dark background. The figure sits in a monumental pose, emphasizing the "architecture of stillness" found throughout the collection.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
The facial features of this figure begin to dissolve into a rhythmic, patterned background of ochre and green dots. It perfectly captures the "anonymous body" theme by blending the individual into a vintage atmosphere.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
A dramatic, bent-over pose that turns the human spine into a landscape of light and shadow. The heavy brushwork on the wooden board emphasizes the physical weight and contemplative nature of the form.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026
A seated figure rendered with energetic, scratch-like brushwork that reveals intense crimson underpainting. The background features a rhythmic, honeycomb-like pattern in warm beiges, emphasizing the figure’s quiet contemplation.
Medium Oil on wooden board
Dimensions 12 x 16 in (Approx. 30 x 41 cm)
Depth 20 mm
Format Unframed
Year 2026