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  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $400 - $600

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled 1971 The color study in grid is signed and dated verso. Ron Slowinski earned a certificate in painting from the Art Institute of Chicago in 1954 and had his first one person show in 1957 at the famed Wells St. Gallery. This newly established avant-garde exhibition space was founded by and showcased the works of some of the city's most innovative young abstractionists of the time, including Robert Natkin and John Chamberlain. Ron considered those post-war years in Chicago, where he worked solely at making art, to be his equivalent of grad school. He would go on to teach at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years and participate in more than 60 exhibitions of his work, 25 or more being one person shows. Overall framed size measures 28 x 28 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $400 - $600

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled 1968 The early acrylic on canvas is signed and dated verso. Ron Slowinski earned a certificate in painting from the Art Institute of Chicago in 1954 and had his first one person show in 1957 at the famed Wells St. Gallery. This newly established avant-garde exhibition space was founded by, and showcased the works of, some of the city's youngest and most advanced abstractionists of the time. Artists including Robert Natkin and John Chamberlain. Ron considered those post-war years in Chicago, where he worked solely at making art, to be his equivalent of grad school. He would go on to teach at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years and participate in more than 60 exhibitions of his work, 25 or more being one person shows. Measures 36 x 36 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) 1976 WATERCOLOR
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) 1976 WATERCOLOR

    Est: $600 - $900

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled 1976 The watercolor on paper is signed and dated verso. Ron Slowinski earned a certificate in painting from the Art Institute of Chicago in 1954 and had his first one person show in 1957 at the famed Wells St. Gallery. This newly established avant-garde exhibition space was founded by and showcased the works of some of the city's most innovative young abstractionists of the time, including Robert Natkin and John Chamberlain. Ron considered those post-war years in Chicago, where he worked solely at making art, to be his equivalent of grad school. He would go on to teach at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years and participate in more than 60 exhibitions of his work, 25 or more being one person shows. Sheet measures 30.25 x 22.75 with a framed size of 37.2.5 x 29.75 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) HOPI FLOWER WATERCOLOR
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) HOPI FLOWER WATERCOLOR

    Est: $600 - $900

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled (Hopi Flower Series) 1974 The watercolor with graphite is signed lower right front. Works from this series were inspired by Native American art, specifically Hopi pottery. Ron Slowinski was professor of drawing and painting at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years. He studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, earning a Certificate of Art in painting in 1954. During the early 1950s, he became involved with a group of fellow abstract expressionist artists in Chicago and co-founded the groundbreaking Wells Street Gallery, where he held his first solo exhibition in 1957. Throughout his career, Ron participated in more than 60 exhibitions across the United States and Japan, including at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. His work is held in numerous public and private collections, including the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska, which presented a retrospective of his paintings in 1984. Sheet measures 22.25 x 29.75 with a framed size of 23.75 x 31 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) (Untitled) Pollen Series 2012 This canvas is signed and dated verso. Ron Slowinski produced several distinct series of related works during his career. This painting from his Pollen series is an unusual example in various aspects, including the division of the canvas and the expressive brushwork. Of his Pollen series, Ron said ''The Pollen Series paintings reflect my ongoing interest in surface, color and light. In Navajo religion pollen is a symbol for the life-giving quality of light.'' Ron Slowinski was professor of drawing and painting at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years. He studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, earning a Certificate of Art in painting in 1954. During the early 1950s, he became involved with a group of fellow abstract expressionist artists in Chicago and co-founded the groundbreaking Wells Street Gallery, where he held his first solo exhibition in 1957. Throughout his career, Ron participated in more than 60 exhibitions across the United States and Japan, including at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. His work is held in numerous public and private collections, including the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska, which presented a retrospective of his paintings in 1984. Canvas measures 60 x 30 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled (Pollen Series) 1978 The canvas in an unusual palette is signed and dated verso. This work was previously exhibited at Canfield Gallery in Taos, New Mexico. Ron Slowinski produced several distinct series of related works during his career. Of his Pollen series, Ron is quoted as saying, ''The Pollen Series paintings reflect my ongoing interest in surface, color and light. In Navajo religion pollen is a symbol for the life-giving quality of light.'' Ron Slowinski was professor of drawing and painting at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years. He studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, earning a Certificate of Art in painting in 1954. During the early 1950s, he became involved with a group of fellow abstract expressionist artists in Chicago and co-founded the groundbreaking Wells Street Gallery, where he held his first solo exhibition in 1957. Throughout his career, Ron participated in more than 60 exhibitions across the United States and Japan, including at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. His work is held in numerous public and private collections, including the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska, which presented a retrospective of his paintings in 1984. Canvas measures 32 x 26 with a framed size of 33 x 27 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled (Pollen Series) 1979 The unusual diptych composition is signed and dated verso. Ron Slowinski produced several distinct series of related works during his career. Of his Pollen series, Ron said 'The Pollen Series paintings reflect my ongoing interest in surface, color and light. In Navajo religion pollen is a symbol for the life-giving quality of light.' Ron Slowinski was professor of drawing and painting at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years. He studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, earning a Certificate of Art in painting in 1954. During the early 1950s, he became involved with a group of fellow abstract expressionist artists in Chicago and co-founded the groundbreaking Wells Street Gallery, where he held his first solo exhibition in 1957. Throughout his career, Ron participated in more than 60 exhibitions across the United States and Japan, including at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. His work is held in numerous public and private collections, including the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska, which presented a retrospective of his paintings in 1984. Canvas measures 44 x 24 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled Pollen Series 1979 This canvas is signed and dated verso. Ron Slowinski produced several distinct series of related works during his career. This painting from his Pollen series demonstrates the artist's skill at creating a seemingly woven fabric-like texture with the illusion of floating touches and patterns in unique colors and shades, with a play of light that altogether gives a pensive elegance. Of his Pollen series, Ron said ''The Pollen Series paintings reflect my ongoing interest in surface, color and light. In Navajo religion pollen is a symbol for the life-giving quality of light.'' Ron Slowinski was professor of drawing and painting at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years. He studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, earning a Certificate of Art in painting in 1954. During the early 1950s, he became involved with a group of fellow abstract expressionist artists in Chicago and co-founded the groundbreaking Wells Street Gallery, where he held his first solo exhibition in 1957. Throughout his career, Ron participated in more than 60 exhibitions across the United States and Japan, including at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. His work is held in numerous public and private collections, including the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska, which presented a retrospective of his paintings in 1984. Frame measures 37 x 49 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled Hopi Flowers Series 1973 This dynamic, multi-layered work in a very unusual palette is from the artist's Hopi Flower series. The work is signed, dated and titled verso. Ron Slowinski produced several distinct series of related works during his career. The Hopi Flower series was inspired by Native American art, specifically Hopi pottery. He studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, earning a Certificate of Art in painting in 1954. During the early 1950s, he became involved with a group of fellow abstract expressionist artists in Chicago and co-founded the groundbreaking Wells Street Gallery, where he held his first solo exhibition in 1957. Throughout his career, Ron participated in more than 60 exhibitions across the United States and Japan, including at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. His work is held in numerous public and private collections, including the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska where a retrospective of his paintings was held in 1984. Frame measures 53 x 47 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Mar. 30, 2025

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Ron Slowinski (1932-2023) Untitled Hopi Flowers Series 1975 This dynamic, multi-layered work from the artist's Hopi Flower series is signed, dated and titled verso. It was exhibited at Canfield Gallery in Taos, New Mexico in the early 2000s. Works from this series were inspired by Native American art, specifically Hopi pottery. Ron Slowinski was professor of drawing and painting at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years. He studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, earning a Certificate of Art in painting in 1954. During the early 1950s, he became involved with a group of fellow abstract expressionist artists in Chicago and co-founded the groundbreaking Wells Street Gallery, where he held his first solo exhibition in 1957. Throughout his career, Ron participated in more than 60 exhibitions across the United States and Japan, including at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. His work is held in numerous public and private collections, including the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska where a retrospective of his paintings was presented in 1984. Measures 56.75 x 51 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968
    Mar. 05, 2025

    Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968

    Est: $500 - $700

    Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968 oil on canvas signed R.J. Slowinski and dated (verso) 36 x 36 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.

    Freeman’s | Hindman
  • Playboy | Ron Slowinski Three Abstract Watercolors
    Dec. 18, 2024

    Playboy | Ron Slowinski Three Abstract Watercolors

    Est: $600 - $800

    Ron Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) three watercolor on board abstract drawings, each signed, dating from the early 1960's. Unpublished.  

    Julien's Auctions
  • Playboy | Ron Slowinski Abstract Painting
    Dec. 18, 2024

    Playboy | Ron Slowinski Abstract Painting

    Est: $600 - $800

    Ron Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) oil on canvas abstract painting, signed and dated 1960 on verso.  Unpublished.

    Julien's Auctions
  • Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968
    Dec. 11, 2024

    Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968

    Est: $500 - $700

    Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968 oil on canvas signed R.J. Slowinski and dated (verso) 36 x 36 inches.

    Freeman’s | Hindman
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Sep. 21, 2024

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $600 - $900

    Ronald Slowinski (1932-2023) 1973 The visual study in color and pattern is signed and dated verso, and numbered A-73-13. Ron Slowinski was born into a large Polish family on Chicago’s West side in 1932. Growing up, he was both musically and artistically inclined. He became proficient enough at music to sit in as organist during high mass at his family church, but art became his overriding passion. The innovative and diverse architecture of his hometown, especially the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright; and the world class masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago, one of America’s oldest and largest museums, fueled his artistic passions. As a teen, he chose commercial art studies at Lane Technical High School where he studied drawing, lithography and etching. After serving in the Korean War and earning a certificate in painting from the Art Institute of Chicago, he had his first one person show in 1957 at the famed Wells St. Gallery. This newly established avantgarde exhibition space was founded by, and showcased the works of, some of the city’s youngest and most advanced abstractionists of the time, like Ron, and Robert Natkin and John Chamberlain. He considered those post-war years in Chicago, where he worked solely at making art, to be his equivalent of grad school. Ron would, according to ArtNet.com, go on to participate in more than 60 exhibitions in his lifetime, 25 or more being one person shows focused solely on his work. Ron Slowinski was the consummate life-long learner, and a consummate artist. His myriad passions and the things he thought deeply about found their way to his canvases in intriguing, cryptic and often mysterious ways. It wasn’t until very late in his career that he experimented with figurative painting, despite being a skilled draftsman. Instead, he composited his visions, ideas and influences into sumptuous and enigmatic non-representational paintings. His influences were wide-ranging and seemingly cumulative over decades. In the 1960s, the award of a Fulbright Research Grant affording him a year of study and painting in Japan furthered an already simmering influence previously fueled by books in his library, and an exhibition of Japanese masterworks he’d seen that opened his eyes to the power of extraordinary colors and abstract space in painting compositions. Beginning in the late 1970s, and for the next 20 years, he became fascinated with and intently studied the culture, customs, religions and ceremonies of Native American Puebloans. The mysticism of these traditions, and, similarly, Buddhism, was interpreted in varying degrees of subtlety on his canvases. Further, these canvases were frequently imbued with a play of light inspired by the Taos Mountains of America’s Southwest, where Ron spent his summers. Many other ideas found their way into Slowinski’s paintings. Ideas as diverse as the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright, the paintings of Henri Matisse, the writings of the 16th century poet St. John of the Cross, Russian iconography, and motifs from indigenous art, to name a few, came together in fascinating ways. As a thoughtful person who had a lot to say and painted nearly every day, Ron found himself producing a number of series of works on canvas. Paintings with a common narrative, but different messages began to emerge. All this activity while, from 1966 to 2005, Ron’s day job was Professor of Drawing and Painting at the Kansas City Art Institute. He also curated exhibits, painted an 11 x 22 feet canvas for the Westinghouse Corporation, and raised a family. Upon his passing, Ron’s home, studio and papers revealed a host of ideas, projects, and unrealized goals still in the works, and a life of curiosity well-lived. Fortunately, a body of his works remain for us to see, learn from, celebrate, and enjoy. Where else might we experience intriguing and mysterious non-representational compositions fused with various cultural ideas, spiked with architecture, extraordinary in color, empowered by open space, and painted using a traditional Japanese hake brush? Canvas measures 30 x 30 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Sep. 21, 2024

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Untitled: From the Pollen Series 1980 The acrylic on canvas is signed and dated in pencil verso. Ron Slowinski produced several distinct series of related works during his career. This painting from his Pollen series demonstrates the artist's skill at creating a seemingly woven fabric-like texture with the illusion of floating, non-representational forms and patterns in unique colors and shades with a play of light that altogether gives a pensive elegance. Of his Pollen series, Ron is quoted as saying, '' The Pollen Series paintings reflect my ongoing interest in surface, color and light. In Navajo religion pollen is a symbol for the life-giving quality of light.'' Ron Slowinski was born into a large Polish family on Chicago’s West side in 1932. Growing up, he was both musically and artistically inclined. He became proficient enough at music to sit in as organist during high mass at his family church, but art became his overriding passion. The innovative and diverse architecture of his hometown, especially the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright; and the world class masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago, one of America’s oldest and largest museums, fueled his artistic passions. As a teen, he chose commercial art studies at Lane Technical High School where he studied drawing, lithography and etching. After serving in the Korean War and earning a certificate in painting from the Art Institute of Chicago, he had his first one person show in 1957 at the famed Wells St. Gallery. This newly established avantgarde exhibition space was founded by, and showcased the works of, some of the city’s youngest and most advanced abstractionists of the time, like Ron, and Robert Natkin and John Chamberlain. He considered those post-war years in Chicago, where he worked solely at making art, to be his equivalent of grad school. Ron would, according to ArtNet.com, go on to participate in more than 60 exhibitions in his lifetime, 25 or more being one person shows focused solely on his work. Ron Slowinski was the consummate life-long learner, and a consummate artist. His myriad passions and the things he thought deeply about found their way to his canvases in intriguing, cryptic and often mysterious ways. It wasn’t until very late in his career that he experimented with figurative painting, despite being a skilled draftsman. Instead, he composited his visions, ideas and influences into sumptuous and enigmatic non-representational paintings. His influences were wide-ranging and seemingly cumulative over decades. In the 1960s, the award of a Fulbright Research Grant affording him a year of study and painting in Japan furthered an already simmering influence previously fueled by books in his library, and an exhibition of Japanese masterworks he’d seen that opened his eyes to the power of extraordinary colors and abstract space in painting compositions. Beginning in the late 1970s, and for the next 20 years, he became fascinated with and intently studied the culture, customs, religions and ceremonies of Native American Puebloans. The mysticism of these traditions, and, similarly, Buddhism, was interpreted in varying degrees of subtlety on his canvases. Further, these canvases were frequently imbued with a play of light inspired by the Taos Mountains of America’s Southwest, where Ron spent his summers. Many other ideas found their way into Slowinski’s paintings. Ideas as diverse as the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright, the paintings of Henri Matisse, the writings of the 16th century poet St. John of the Cross, Russian iconography, and motifs from indigenous art, to name a few, came together in fascinating ways. As a thoughtful person who had a lot to say and painted nearly every day, Ron found himself producing a number of series of works on canvas. Paintings with a common narrative, but different messages began to emerge. All this activity while, from 1966 to 2005, Ron’s day job was Professor of Drawing and Painting at the Kansas City Art Institute. He also curated exhibits, painted an 11 x 22 feet canvas for the Westinghouse Corporation, and raised a family. Upon his passing, Ron’s home, studio and papers revealed a host of ideas, projects, and unrealized goals still in the works, and a life of curiosity well-lived. Fortunately, a body of his works remain for us to see, learn from, celebrate, and enjoy. Where else might we experience intriguing and mysterious non-representational compositions fused with various cultural ideas, spiked with architecture, extraordinary in color, empowered by open space, and painted using a traditional Japanese hake brush? Canvas measures 40 x 30 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) HOPI FLOWER WATERCOLOR
    Sep. 21, 2024

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) HOPI FLOWER WATERCOLOR

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Ronald J. Slowinski (Missouri, 1932-2023) Untitled: From The Hopi Flower Series August, 1975 The watercolor on paper is signed and dated in pencil by the artist lower right, and inscribed WC-75-17 verso. Throughout his career, Ronald Slowinski produced several distinct series of works, each series shared a similar narrative through various progressions. This composition from the Hopi Flower series colorfully abstracts and plays on Native American motifs against an adobe-like ground divided by a spirited play of architecture on fully visible float mounted paper that becomes part of the work. Ron Slowinski was born into a large Polish family on Chicago’s West side in 1932. Growing up, he was both musically and artistically inclined. He became proficient enough at music to sit in as organist during high mass at his family church, but art became his overriding passion. The innovative and diverse architecture of his hometown, especially the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright; and the world class masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago, one of America’s oldest and largest museums, fueled his artistic passions. As a teen, he chose commercial art studies at Lane Technical High School where he studied drawing, lithography and etching. After serving in the Korean War and earning a certificate in painting from the Art Institute of Chicago, he had his first one person show in 1957 at the famed Wells St. Gallery. This newly established avantgarde exhibition space was founded by, and showcased the works of, some of the city’s youngest and most advanced abstractionists of the time, like Ron, and Robert Natkin and John Chamberlain. He considered those post-war years in Chicago, where he worked solely at making art, to be his equivalent of grad school. Ron would, according to ArtNet.com, go on to participate in more than 60 exhibitions in his lifetime, 25 or more being one person shows focused solely on his work. Ron Slowinski was the consummate life-long learner, and a consummate artist. His myriad passions and the things he thought deeply about found their way to his canvases in intriguing, cryptic and often mysterious ways. It wasn’t until very late in his career that he experimented with figurative painting, despite being a skilled draftsman. Instead, he composited his visions, ideas and influences into sumptuous and enigmatic non-representational paintings. His influences were wide-ranging and seemingly cumulative over decades. In the 1960s, the award of a Fulbright Research Grant affording him a year of study and painting in Japan furthered an already simmering influence previously fueled by books in his library, and an exhibition of Japanese masterworks he’d seen that opened his eyes to the power of extraordinary colors and abstract space in painting compositions. Beginning in the late 1970s, and for the next 20 years, he became fascinated with and intently studied the culture, customs, religions and ceremonies of Native American Puebloans. The mysticism of these traditions, and, similarly, Buddhism, was interpreted in varying degrees of subtlety on his canvases. Further, these canvases were frequently imbued with a play of light inspired by the Taos Mountains of America’s Southwest, where Ron spent his summers. Many other ideas found their way into Slowinski’s paintings. Ideas as diverse as the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright, the paintings of Henri Matisse, the writings of the 16th century poet St. John of the Cross, Russian iconography, and motifs from indigenous art, to name a few, came together in fascinating ways. As a thoughtful person who had a lot to say and painted nearly every day, Ron found himself producing a number of series of works on canvas. Paintings with a common narrative, but different messages began to emerge. All this activity while, from 1966 to 2005, Ron’s day job was Professor of Drawing and Painting at the Kansas City Art Institute. He also curated exhibits, painted an 11 x 22 feet canvas for the Westinghouse Corporation, and raised a family. Upon his passing, Ron’s home, studio and papers revealed a host of ideas, projects, and unrealized goals still in the works, and a life of curiosity well-lived. Fortunately, a body of his works remain for us to see, learn from, celebrate, and enjoy. Where else might we experience intriguing and mysterious non-representational compositions fused with various cultural ideas, spiked with architecture, extraordinary in color, empowered by open space, and painted using a traditional Japanese hake brush? Sheet measures 23 x 31 with a framed size of 30.5 x 38.25 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968
    Jul. 18, 2024

    Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968 oil on canvas signed R.J. Slowinski and dated (verso) 36 x 36 inches.

    Hindman
  • Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968
    Jul. 18, 2024

    Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Ronald J. Slowinski (American, 1932-2023) Untitled, 1968 oil on canvas signed R.J. Slowinski and dated (verso) 36 x 36 inches.

    Hindman
  • Playboy | Ron Slowinski Abstract Painting
    Mar. 29, 2024

    Playboy | Ron Slowinski Abstract Painting

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Ron Slowinski (American, B. 1932) original oil on canvas abstract painting, signed and dated 1960 on verso. This painting hung in the Chicago Mansion.

    Julien's Auctions
  • Ronald Slowinski "Hopi Flower" Series (1976 Acrylic on Canvas)
    Feb. 10, 2024

    Ronald Slowinski "Hopi Flower" Series (1976 Acrylic on Canvas)

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Ronald Slowinski (Missouri, 1932-2023) Untitled (Hopi Flower series), 1976 Acrylic on canvas 26" x 30"   Signed and dated to the reverse, and titled on a Smith Andersen Gallery (San Francisco) label.

    Circle Auction
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (BORN 1932) MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER
    Mar. 18, 2023

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (BORN 1932) MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Ronald Slowinski (Missouri, Born 1932) 1974 The abstract study comprised of imprints, drips, and random effects with highlights and embellishments by hand serves to lead the eye to the right and upward with exuberance and celebratory color. The work is signed and dated lower right. Ron Slowinski graduated from the Chicago Art Institute in 1954 and began teaching at the Kansas City Art Institute in 1966. His works are held in the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri, among others. Sheet measures 29.5 x 22 with a framed size of 34 x 26.25 inches. AN ABSENTEE BID PLACED IN ADVANCE COULD LOSE TO A LIVE BID OF EQUAL AMOUNT PLACED LATER. First bid precedence is not possible in auctions that incorporate live bidding via multiple online platforms, live bidders participating in the sale room and live telephone bidders. The only ways to avoid the possibility of losing the bid in this manner is to attend the live auction or bid absentee with plus-one option. Be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • Ron Slowinski (Chicago, Ill. USA, 1932), Untitled, signed, and dated "11/70" (verso),.
    Mar. 13, 2023

    Ron Slowinski (Chicago, Ill. USA, 1932), Untitled, signed, and dated "11/70" (verso),.

    Est: €200 - €300

    Ron Slowinski (Chicago, Ill. USA, 1932), Untitled, signed, and dated "11/70" (verso), and annotated on label verso. Acrylic on canvas. 51 x 101 cm.

    Medusa Auctioneers
  • RONALD SLOWINSKI (BORN 1932) MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER
    Dec. 10, 2022

    RONALD SLOWINSKI (BORN 1932) MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Ronald Slowinski (Missouri, Born 1932) 1974 The abstract study comprised of imprints, drips, and random effects with highlights and embellishments by hand serves to lead the eye to the right and upward with exuberance and celebratory color. The work is signed and dated lower right. Ron Slowinski graduated from the Chicago Art Institute in 1954 and began teaching at the Kansas City Art Institute in 1966. His works are held in the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri, among others. Sheet measures 29.5 x 22with a framed size of 34 x 26.25 inches. AN ABSENTEE BID PLACED IN ADVANCE COULD LOSE TO A LIVE BID OF EQUAL AMOUNT PLACED LATER. First bid precedence is not possible in auctions that incorporate live bidding via multiple online platforms, live bidders participating in the sale room and live telephone bidders. The only ways to avoid the possibility of losing the bid in this manner is to attend the live auction or bid absentee with plus-one option. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • Ronald Slowinski b.1932 Abstract Aerial Painting
    Jun. 29, 2022

    Ronald Slowinski b.1932 Abstract Aerial Painting

    Est: $500 - $1,500

    Ronald Slowinski (American, born 1932). An original oil painting on canvas. An abstract aerial composition with geometric shapes and other forms. Signed to verso RJ SLOWINSKI [AUGUST 1973]. Presented in a wood frame. Procured from a Palm Beach Island Estate. Work Size: 46 x 60 in. Dimensions: 46.75 X 61 X 1.75 in. Condition: Good overall condition having average surface wear. Frame having storage wear to edges and corners. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Got something to sell? Contact us at HillAuctionGallery.com

    Hill Auction Gallery
  • RON SLOWINSKI (Born 1932) WATERCOLOR ON PAPER
    Apr. 23, 2022

    RON SLOWINSKI (Born 1932) WATERCOLOR ON PAPER

    Est: $200 - $300

    Ronald Slowinski (Born 1932) 1984 The watercolor on Korean paper is signed verso. Image measures 24.5 x 13 with a framed size of 31 x 18.5 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • RON SLOWINSKI (Born 1932) OIL ON CANVAS
    Apr. 23, 2022

    RON SLOWINSKI (Born 1932) OIL ON CANVAS

    Est: $600 - $800

    Ronald Slowinski (Born 1932) 1976 The study in floating bits of color composed in oils on canvas is signed and dated on the canvas verso. Canvas measures 32 x 26 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • R.J. Slowinski Pink Abstract Acrylic on Canvas
    Jan. 27, 2022

    R.J. Slowinski Pink Abstract Acrylic on Canvas

    Est: $200 - $400

    Ronald (R.J.) Slowinski (American, b. 1932). Acrylic on canvas abstract painting in shades of pink with brightly colored speckles. Signed and dated 1979 along the verso. Provenance: Distinguished corporate collection, Minnesota.

    Revere Auctions
  • R.J. Slowinski Untitled Acrylic on Canvas
    Nov. 03, 2021

    R.J. Slowinski Untitled Acrylic on Canvas

    Est: $200 - $400

    Ronald (R.J.) Slowinski (American, b. 1932). Acrylic on canvas abstract painting in gray and blue. Signed and dated 1979 along the verso. Provenance: Distinguished corporate collection, Minnesota.

    Revere Auctions
  • R.J. Slowinski Pink Abstract Acrylic on Canvas
    Nov. 03, 2021

    R.J. Slowinski Pink Abstract Acrylic on Canvas

    Est: $200 - $400

    Ronald (R.J.) Slowinski (American, b. 1932). Acrylic on canvas abstract painting in shades of pink with brightly colored speckles. Signed and dated 1979 along the verso. Provenance: Distinguished corporate collection, Minnesota.

    Revere Auctions
  • Ronald Slowinski (b. 1932): Untitled
    Nov. 15, 2019

    Ronald Slowinski (b. 1932): Untitled

    Est: $500 - $800

    Acrylic on canvas, 1977, signed 'R.J. Slowinski' and dated on the reverse.24 x 36 in., 25 x 37 in. (frame). Estate of Ivan Chermayeff

    STAIR
  • Ronald Slowinski (b. 1932): Untitled
    Jun. 08, 2019

    Ronald Slowinski (b. 1932): Untitled

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Oil on canvas, 1968, signed 'RG Slowinski' and dated on the reverse.36 x 36 in., unframed.

    STAIR
  • Ronald Slowinski (American, born 1932) Watercolor
    Jul. 29, 2017

    Ronald Slowinski (American, born 1932) Watercolor

    Est: $100 - $200

    Ronald Slowinski (Missouri, born 1932) original watercolor. Measures 22" x 30". Signed and dated lower right, dated 1973 and signed in pencil. Unframed, loose and not mounted, laid down or glued. Excellent condition. Terence Karson: Proceeds support acquisition funds in Karson’s honor at the Missoula Art Museum and Yellowstone Art Museum to support contemporary artists living and working in Montana. We ship most items in house. Exceptions include most furniture, large art, some medium and larger ceramics. Please inquire for shipping quotes.

    Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
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