Ian Wagner

Ian Wagner at Cerulean Arts

Perhaps what you’re expecting of this body of work is an explicit narrative. Even though these pieces suggest a broader narrative, they are only the imitations of something more substantial. Much like an illustration, but not quite. No particular thought or commentary. No critique of the contemporary landscape. Just inspired by years of mass media consumption. Like a haunted house attraction, really - you bring your own angst and courage to the work. Good luck, godspeed.
As for the physical creation of the work, things proceeded differently than usual. In prior larger ink and watercolor works, I would start with a single mark and feel my way around in the dark looking for an image - exciting and producing interesting results, but resulting in stagnation after a while. This go around, drawings laid the foundation of the pieces before applying the ink, leaving some room for slight adjustments if needed - a hand here, an eyebrow there. More abstract elements were intentionally made to exist in this batch - hard edges, menacing shapes, drunken graphic design - I simply couldn’t let the figures just [be], they needed to be antagonized by something that wasn’t of the human variety. Small dashes of color were a must: too much, and it overwhelms the feel of the ink. As in all things, “moderation…”

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Ian Wagner's upcoming exhibition will be presented January 14 - February 8, 2026.

7th Inning Stretch, ink & watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

7th Inning Stretch, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Allure, ink & watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Allure, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Another Day (Well, That Sucks), ink & watercolor on paper, 30" x 22" Available

Cleansing (Rainy Day), ink & watercolor on paper, 30" x 22" Available

Ink on paper painting featuring a figure with abstract, swirling dark and light elements.

Ink on paper painting featuring a figure with abstract, swirling dark and light elements.

Liberation, ink & watercolor on paper, 31" x 23.25" Available

Ink and watercolor painting of a standing female figure.

Nineteen Nineties, ink on paper, 30" x 22" Available

Ink drawing of an abstract female figure.

Queen Enthroned, ink on paper, 31" x 23.5" Available

Affirmation (Stillness), ink & watercolor on paper, 30" x 22" Available

Presuppose (Invisible Ink), Ink & watercolor on paper, 30" x 22" Available

Losing End, Again (Patience is a Virtue), ink & watercolor on paper, 30" x 22" Available

Ink drawing of a femaie figure in an interior setting.

Burn It Down, ink on paper, 30.75" x 22.25" Available

Ink drawing of a male figure with hat.

Devoid, ink on paper, 31" x 23.5" Available

Ink drawing of a female figure sitting on a stool.

Hourglass, ink on paper, 18" x 12" Available

Decorum, ink & watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Decorum I, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Decorum II, ink & watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Decorum II, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Decorum, ink & watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

To the Moon and Back, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Wake-Up Call I, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Wake-Up Call I, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Smirk, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Smirk, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Spring Jacket II, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Spring Jacket II, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

The First Time, ink on paper, 18" x 12" Available

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Ian Wagner's previous solo exhibition was presented September 18 - October 13, 2024.

Mischievious, ink & watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Mischievious, ink & watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Mischievious, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Open Seat, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Open Seat, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Full Moon, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Full Moon, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Pickup, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Pickup, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Spring Jacket I, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Spring Jacket I, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Party Dress, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Party Dress, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Wake-Up Call II, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Wake-Up Call II, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Wake-Up Call III, ink and watercolor on paper by Cerulean Arts Collective Member Ian Wagner

Wake-Up Call III, ink & watercolor, 12" x 9" Available

Ian Wagner's last solo exhibition was held May 10 - June 4, 2023. A selection of his works is currently available at the gallery as indicated. For inquiries on all other works shown, please Contact Us.