John Creighton Petersen - ARTNewWave

John Creighton Petersen is a Mixed Media Fusion artist whose work merges diverse materials, textures, and artistic techniques to create immersive, tactile experiences. His process incorporates encaustic wax, ephemera, metallic pigments, sculptural elements, and reclaimed objects, resulting in pieces that bridge history and reinvention. His work is not just seen—it is felt, inviting exploration and conversation. His signature approach transforms ordinary materials into bold, layered compositions, whether in large-scale mixed media artworks, encaustic photography, or intricately designed jewelry. By merging industrial aesthetics with organic elements, each piece carries a sense of depth, movement, and emotion. His jewelry, crafted with the same principles, incorporates found objects, resin, and metalwork, creating wearable art that holds both narrative and history. His artwork defies traditional classifications, existing at the intersection of fine art, assemblage, and storytelling.