JD Miller (born 1953) is a contemporary painter known for three-dimensional application of oil paint.
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| Born | 1953 (age 70–71) California, U.S. |
| Known for | Oil painting |
| Movement | Reflectionism |
Life and career
editJD Miller was born in 1953 in San Diego, CA, and currently resides in Dallas, TX. In 2008, Miller's vision came to life when he partnered with Philip J. Romano to open Samuel Lynne Galleries in Dallas, TX. Now expanded to Chicago and Houston. Miller's work has expanded into museums such as the Jesuit Dallas Museum,[1] the Meadows Museum,[2] and the Longview Museum of Fine Arts.
Contemporary practice
editReflectionist artist JD Miller has been perfecting his style of 3-dimensional oil paintings for 25 years, from his first painting translations of classical works by artist like Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh and Paul Gaugin to the creation and evolution of his own style.[3] Miller imbues his prismatic work with a spirit of positive energy, love, peace, and joy as a fulfillment of his Reflectionist philosophy. Within Reflectionism, Miller calls upon the universal vibrations of light and sound to flow through him to allow for the molding of oil paint, a unique process that distinguishes him from other artists.[4] Miller creates impactful, strong, and enlivening canvases that take their viewer on an existential journey. His 3-dimensional oil paintings are represented in major art collections and museums throughout the United States.[5]
Awards and achievements
editAmong his achievements and honors, JD Miller received the 2007 Rising Star Award by Fashion Group International.[6] JD was the Official Artist for the 40th Anniversary of Shakespeare Dallas. In 2013, Miller was the official fine art provider for the Hampton Classic Horse Show.[7] In 2013, His artwork was selected to be displayed in the lobby of the modernist Patriot Tower, as part of a $100 million renovation. He was the official artist for the Aidmatrix and Elan Circle. In 2015, he was the official artist for the Dallas Opera. In 2017, Miller was the featured artist for Artsy Shark.[8] In 2018, Miller was the featured speaker for Spirit is Ageless Award for C.C. Young. In 2023. American Airlines featured a videography, "Art in the Sky" with Miller's artwork shown on flights.[9]
Charity work
editMiller has helped raise funds for several foundations including the Dallas Children's Theater, Vox Humana Charity Event and Silent Auction, American Heart Association-Cotes de Coeur, Ronald McDonald House, Big Brothers, Big Sisters and Aidmatrix Digital Ball, Yellowstone Park Foundation,[10] Hanger Busters, The Magellan International School,[11] the Cattle Baron's Ball benefiting the American Cancer Society,[12] DIFFA - Design Industries Foundation Fitting Aids and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.[13]
Books
editJD Miller, Reflectionist (2009) is a 127-page book with a selection of early oil and acrylic paintings. This book offers a glimpse into JD Miller's life and art-in harmony.[14]
Reflections from Dragon Street (2022) is a 400-page book containing a selection of all of his most profound oil and acrylic paintings. Miller shows off his Reflectionism through three-dimensional paintings. This book features a mix media with collaborations from artists Tyler Shields and Lea Fisher.[15]
References
edit- ^ "Texas Artists - Jesuit Dallas Museum". www.jesuitdallasmuseum.org. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
- ^ "Experience A Live Painting Performance With Artist JD Miller". Dallas Uptown BubbleLife The Online Home for Dallas Uptown. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
- ^ "Dallas Artist Takes Paint To New Dimension - CBS Texas". www.cbsnews.com. January 31, 2013. Retrieved June 20, 2024.
- ^ ""JD MILLER PAINTS FOR ONE DALLAS CENTER"". Archived from the original on November 16, 2013. Retrieved November 14, 2013.
- ^ "Reflections of a Man". GrandLuxe Magazine, 16-23.
- ^ ""JD Miller of Reflection Fine Art Gallery is awarded rising star award in the category of art by the Fashion Group International of Dallas"". Archived from the original on December 2, 2013. Retrieved October 31, 2013.
- ^ "JD Miller Artist will be at Hampton Classic"
- ^ Carolyn (February 3, 2017). "Featured Artist JD Miller". Artsy Shark. Retrieved June 13, 2024.
- ^ "American Airlines | Art in the Sky: JD Miller". entertainment.aa.com. Retrieved June 13, 2024.
- ^ "Artist JD Miller will Paint for Yellowstone", September 2012
- ^ "Collaborative 3-D Oil Painting with Artist JD Miller", 2012
- ^ "Live Auction 2011' Backs" Archived December 2, 2013, at the Wayback Machine, 2011
- ^ "Dallas Symphony's Elan Circle Savored The Symphony With Artwork On Violin Fronts And Ladies' Backs", March 28, 2012
- ^ "JD Miller". Premium Modern Art - James Franci Gill, Todd Williamson, Dan Pyle, Andrei Krioukov (in German). Retrieved June 19, 2024.
- ^ "Artist J.D. Miller "Reflections From Dragon Street" Presentation and Book Signing Event!". Dallas News. Retrieved June 19, 2024.