John’s Pass

Title:  John’s Pass

Artist:  Don Gillespie

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas, 44.5”x44.5” (2012)

Description: The Great Gale of 1848 cut John’s Pass at what is now the border between Treasure Island and Madeira Beach, Florida, on September 25, 1848. The sky in this painting represents that massive, swirling storm.  In this work, Don aimed to capture the spirit of modern-day John’s Pass. In 1848, it was a scene of devastation, but today the area is full of life. Dolphins leap from the water while seabirds ride the wind and dive for food. Cars line up as the bridge rises to let a lone sailboat pass beneath. Tourists and locals gather along the edges, and fishermen cast their lines into the water. Life thrives above and below the sea in a timeless rhythm, moving with the ebb and flow of the tides. @cloningneptune

About the Artist: For over four decades, Don Gillespie's visionary art has captured humanity's enduring desire to reach beyond the known. His work, exhibited at NASA, the Department of Defense, and in collections worldwide, blends technical precision with vivid imagery, inspiring our collective passion to explore.

Price: $12,000