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Early Life and Artistic Foundations Paul John Wonner, born in Tucson, Arizona, in 1920, embarked on a remarkable artistic journey that spanned six decades, evolving from the abstract currents of post-war America to the hyperrealist still lifes for which he is best known. His early exposure to art came through local California artists hired by his parents, sparking an initial interest that led him to the California College of Arts and…
The Lifeline
Scroll through paul wonner'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.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups paul wonner'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.
