Dan Cohen
Artist Statement
I describe my style as Magic Futurism, which combines elements of science fiction and technology with myth, occultism, and fantasy. The emotion I try to elicit in a viewer is Wonder, motivating them to go about the rest of their day inspired and thoughtful. I seek to understand the kaleidoscopic human condition, and that which lies beneath the surface of the everyday.
I view art as a form of magical technology that can transform the way we see and interact with the world. My work is inspired by the belief that art has the power to connect us to the mysteries of the universe and unlock hidden potentials within ourselves.
My creative process is rooted in the principles of a magical practice, as I seek to imbue each painting with a sense of intention and energy. I use a variety of approaches to create intricate and detailed compositions, drawing on symbolism and myth to create images that resonate with deeper meanings.
Through my artwork, I explore the ways in which art can be used as a tool for personal and collective transformation. My paintings often feature archetypal symbols and mystical landscapes, which I use to explore themes of identity, growth, and transcendence. By using these symbols, I hope to inspire viewers to look beyond the surface of things and discover the hidden potential that lies within themselves.
Ultimately, my goal is to create a sense of connection between the viewer and the transformative power of art. Through my work, I hope to inspire a deeper understanding of the ways in which art can be used to unlock the mysteries of the universe and transform our lives.
Bio
Dan Cohen is a classically trained painter, sculptor and muralist. His work has been shown at galleries and events around the world – and on many buildings and walls.
Dan’s influences include world mythologies, occult sciences, and alternative states of consciousness. His signature elements – beautifully rendered forms, archetypal symbolism, Alien Deco designs – bridge the past and future, magic and technology.
He currently lives in Portland, OR.
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EXPERIENCE
Dan Cohen Creative Labs, LLC, Owner
2000-Present, Portland, OR
Innovative Fine Art, Large Scale Murals, and Illustration.
Lumenal Code, LLC, Partner
2007-2025, Portland, OR
Interactive Art Installations, Brand Activation, Augmented Reality projects, and Projection Mapping
Art FX Murals, Lead Pictorial Painter, Art Director
1998-2016, Portland, OR
Large scale Advertisement &, Fine Art murals for such companies as Apple, Disney, Sony & Warner Bros
Urban Art Network, Founding Member, Director of the Board
2001-2006, Portland, OR
SELECTED PUBLIC ART PROJECTS
“Fitness DNA”
Fitness Compound, Bothell, WA 2024
“Fitness Compound Interior”
Fitness Compound, Bothell, WA 2024
“Vanishing Falls”
Microsoft Headquarters, Redmond, WA 2024
“Tim Schride Memorial Mural”
Kaiser Permanente Headquarters, Portland OR, 2022
“Mini Tahoma”
Waterwall Fountain, Tacoma, WA 2021
“Adriene Cruz Mural Restoration”
Walnut Park Complex, Portland, OR, 2021
“La Reina Nueva (The New Queen)” w/Old City Artists
LA Plaza Village, Los Angeles, CA 2020
“Solarpunk Mural”
X-Lounge, Portland, OR 2020
“Sports Hero’s Journey”
Chehalem Fitness and Aquatic Center, Newberg, OR 2019
“Viaduct Waterfalls”
Tri-Met viaduct, Portland, OR 2019
“Rampage Restitution” w/ Lumenal Code
Portland Winter Light Festival, Portland, OR 2018
“Puppet Quest” w/ Lumenal Code
Downtown Hyatt, San Francisco, CA 2017
“Fair-haired Dumbbell Mural”
Fair-Haired Dumbbell Building, Portland, OR 2017
“Sovereign Hotel Mural”
Sovereign Hotel, Portland, OR 2016
“Boutique Sensorium” w/ Lumenal Code
Milan, Italy 2016
“Woodstock Mural”
New Seasons Market, Portland, OR 2015
“Mural of the Future” w/ Lumenal Code
Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA 2014
“Rose’s Story” w/ Lumenal Code
Jupiter Hotel, Portland, OR 2014
“Nike AR Murals” w/ Lumenal Code
Red Rock Casino, Las Vegas, NV 2014
“Ogle Mountain”
1001 Main st Building, Oregon City, OR 2014
“A Hero’s Journey” w/ Lumenal Code
Uline Arena, Washington DC, 2013
“Mattingly Mural Restoration”
Elsinore Theatre, Salem, OR 2013
“Itzakaya Mural” w/ Lumenal Code
Jupiter Hotel, Portland, OR 2013
“Weird Times Comix” w/ Lumenal Code
Lightning in a Bottle, Irvine, CA 2012
“Boldstage Mural” w/ Lumenal Code
SXSW, Austin, TX, 2012
“Masonic Ceiling”
Kenton Masonic Lodge, Portland, OR 2011
“Oaks Bottom Wildlife Mural”
Portland Memorial Building, Portland, OR 2009
“Yosemite Watershed Mural” w/ Lumenal Code
Yosemite National Park, Mariposa County, CA 2008
“7 Year Itch, Restoration” w/Art FX Murals
Fox Studio Lot, Burbank, CA 2007
“JVC Globe” w/Art FX Murals
Times Square, Manhattan, NY 2007
“LA Lakers All Stars” w/Art FX Murals
Figueroa Hotel, Los Angeles, CA 2005
“Vintage Cola Mural”
Weiden + Kennedy, Portland, OR 2003
“Portland City Scape Mural”
City Center Parking HQ, Portland, OR 2001
“Horse-Carriage Museum Mural” w/Art FX Murals
Gower St Horse and Carriage Museum, Los Angeles, CA 1999
EDUCATION
Winona State University, Winona, MN. B.F.A.
Summa Cum Laude, 1997.
Visions in the Mischtechnik, Teacher: Laurence Caruana, 2008
Illustration Master Class, 2011-2018
SELECTED PUBLIC ART COLLECTIONS
Fresh Perspectives Portable Artworks collection, 2018
City of Seattle Office of Arts & Culture
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
Infected by Art, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023
Published by ArtOrder LLC
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
Present-2018
ROSTER ARTIST
Everyday Original, NEW YORK City, NY
2024
ANIMALIA IV
ABEND GALLERY- GROUP SHOW
DENVER, CO
CHARACTER IN CONTEXT
A.R. MITCHELL MUSEUM-GROUP SHOW
TRINIDAD, CO
CONTEMPORARY FIGURATION
ABEND GALLERY- GROUP SHOW
DENVER, CO
MAIN SHOW
ILLUXCON – GROUP SHOW
READING, PA
2023
MAIN SHOW
ILLUXCON 2023
READING, PA
2022
SURREAL SALON 14
BATON ROUGE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
BATON ROUGE, LA
PORTRAIT X
MODERN EDEN GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
2021
SURREAL SALON 13
BATON ROUGE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
BATON ROUGE, LA
PORTRAIT IX
MODERN EDEN GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
2020
SURREAL SALON 12
BATON ROUGE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
BATON ROUGE, LA
PRETTY AND PECULIAR
FE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
SACREMENTO, CA
2019
MYTHIC
FE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
SACREMENTO, CA
TINY VISIONS
THE HIVE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
LOS ANGELES, CA
CHASING GHOSTS IV
VERUM ULTIMUM GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
PORTLAND, OR
40 IN 4-D
1+1=1 GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
HELENA, MT
2018
SURREAL SALON 10
BATON ROUGE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
BATON ROUGE, LA
FIERCE AND FRAIL
VERUM ULTIMUM GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
PORTLAND, OR
FUN HOUSE
BARRETT ART CENTER – GROUP SHOW
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
TINY VISIONS
THE HIVE GALLERY, – GROUP SHOW
LOS ANGELES, CA
CHASING GHOSTS III
VERUM ULTIMUM GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
PORTLAND, OR
2017
SURREAL SALON 9
BATON ROUGE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
BATON ROUGE, LA
2016
I.M.C. (I MUST CREATE)
LOST ART GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
OAKVILLE, CT
AFRU: SCI-FI SHOW
AFRU GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
PORTLAND, OR
2015
DUNGEON HACKER
DIODE GALLERY – GROUP SHOW
PORTLAND, OR
2014
RED E GALLERY – SOLO SHOW
PORTLAND, OR
2013
LIMINALITY
AFRU GALLERY – SOLO SHOW
PORTLAND, OR
2012
BELOVED
PORTLAND ART MUSEUM
PORTLAND, OR
2010
ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS / ALIEN TECHNOLOGIES
TEMPLE OF VISIONS GALLERY, LOS ANGELES, CA
RESIDENT ARTIST
THE HIVE GALLERY, LOS ANGELES, CA
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Lumenal Code
Lumenal Code is the collaborative project of Dan Cohen and Gabe Shaughnessy. Since 2006 they have been creating multimedia installations and interactive art around the country. Their signature Augmented Reality Murals bring together the beauty and warmth of live analog painting with the spectacle of digital projections.
They encourage the audience to become participants in the creative experience, incorporating cutting edge interactive techniques in their installations.
Their work emphasizes the nexus between Fine Art and Digital Interactivity to create a next-level experience that dazzles and inspires. To see a selection of Their work visit augmentedart.com.
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