Urban Pop Impressionism
Born: 1958, Philadelphia, PA

John Stango is an Urban Pop Impressionist painter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania who has a large cult following throughout the world. His combination of brushstrokes, textures and urban-yet-sophisticated cosmopolitan subject matters give John’s work more depth and style than traditional Pop Art or Street Art, setting him apart from other artists.

At the start of his career John used bodies as canvasses, creating a fashion t-shirt line in the early to mid 80’s that were featured in department stores such as Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Fiorucci. Before long, he progressed to using large-scale canvasses, showing his work in art galleries throughout the United States. The style he created during his clothing days helped his artwork to evolve into what is considered by many to be high fashion pop art.

Today, John’s unique style of painting gives him the ability to transform traditional still life, landscape or human forms into kaleidoscopes of colors and excitement; his style has become easily recognizable.

The Americana line, John’s signature work, appeals to a broad audience, with his American Flag series drawing popular attention. U.S. Presidents, politicians, law firms, large corporations, small businesses and proud Americans alike display these works in their homes, offices, board rooms and lobbies.

Appealing to all ages and demographics, one cannot dismiss the largest audience owning John’s art: the individuals searching for special, relevant and colorful paintings that put the exclamation point in their living environment. John’s work can also be seen in corporate collections, restaurants, department stores, celebrity homes, The Style Network, MTV, Major League ballparks and more. In sum, John’s work is a reflection of his personality -- vibrant colorful paintings that make people happy.

John is a committed philanthropist, using both his paintings and money generated from his paintings for charities around the world.


Selected Exhibitions

2010 Group exhibition: Details Magazine/Mars Gallery POP SHOW! Chicago, IL
2010 Solo exhibition Valentine’s Art Show, Borghi Gallery, Englewood, NJ


Selected Exhibitions

2009 Solo exhibition,Stango Paints the Borgata! Atlantic City, NJ
2009 Solo exhibition,It’s a New Day in America! Ed Chasen Fine Arts, Washington, DC
2008 Solo exhibition,Pop Impressionism-Artiszen Arts, Lambertville, NJ
2008 Solo exhibition-Gallery Walk Philadelphia, Absolute Abstract, Philadelphia, PA
2008 Group show,WMGK Rock and Roll Art Show, Philadelphia, PA
2007 Featured artist,-Bloomingdale’s Artrageous Campaign, King of Prussia, PA
2007 Solo exhibition, Nangelli, Philadelphia, PA
2007 Group show,Tower Investment Art Show, Philadelphia, PA
2006 Group show,WMGK Rock and Roll Art Show, Philadelphia, PA
2006 Solo exhibition, Katherine Starr on Main Street, Philadelphia PA
2006 Solo exhibition, Pop Rocks Art, Rehoboth, DE
2006 Featured artist, Absolut Vodka New Flavor of Art Show NY, NY
2006 Featured artist, New York City Pearl Vodka Show, NY, NY
2005 Solo exhibition, STANGO at Stango Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
2004 Solo exhibition, STANGO at Stango Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
2002 Group show, Tom Binder Fine Arts, Santa Monica, CA
2002 Solo exhibition, California Fine Arts, Boca Raton, FL
2001 Group show, California Fine Arts, Boca Raton, FL
2001 Solo exhibition Gallery Siano, Philadelphia, PA
2001 Chanel Perfume/Philadelphia Magazine, The Smell of Art, Philadelphia, PA
2001 Welcome America! Art show, Philadelphia, PA
2000 Group show, Tom Binder Fine Arts, Santa Monica, CA

Selected Commissions
Kristi Yamaguchi-portrait for charity
Alan Iverson-portrait for charity
Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson-wedding portrait featured on Newleyweds reality show
Nicole Miller-self portraits for clothing stores
Lucky Strike Bowling Lanes-corporate logo
Republican National Convention-American Flags

Selected Collections
DETAILS Magazine Corporate Offices, NYC
Ed Rendell, governor of Pennsylvania
Absolut Vodka Corporate Headquarters
McDonalds Corporation
Lucky Strike Bowling Lanes-NYC, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Washington DC


Selected Collections
Gold’s Gym
Cashman and Associates- Public Relations Firm
Red Tetterman- Advertising Agency
Cal Ripkin, Jr-Professional Athlete
Troy Aikman-Television Announcer
Jon Runyan-Professional Athlete
Wayne Gretzsky-Professional Athlete
Michael Jordan-Professional Athlete
Charles Barkley-professional athlete
Swizz Beatz-music producer
Muhammad Ali-American Icon
Bruce Willis-actor and director
Sylvester Stallone-actor and director
Charlie Baltimore-musician
Bailey Banks and Biddle
Niche Media-Philadelphia Style Magazine Headquarters


In Print and on Film

· 2009-CNN Inauguration coverage, interview with John Stango, American Artist
· Regular appearances NBC10 at 10 Philadelphia, painting live
· MTV Cribs-art seen in numerous homes
· Style Network-art seen in numerous homes

Hardcover Books:
· Roger Taylor’s Marilyn in Art coffee table book published in 2006
· Dan Marino’s Greatest Sports Heroes published by Beckett. Features Stango Portrait of Dan Marino
· Spectacular Homes of Philadelphia, an Exclusive showcase of Philadelphia’s finest designers Published by Brian and John Shand 2006
John has been featured in numerous other publications including: ART IN AMERICA, ARTBOOK OF THE NEW WEST, PHILADELPHIA MAGAZINE, PHILADELPHIA STYLE MAGAZINE, ROBB REPORT and THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER. John has also been a lecturer and speaker at Rutgers University and The Leaning Annex.


Education
BFA-1981 Temple University- Tyler School of Art, Philadelphia, PA