{"id":1069,"date":"2024-10-22T17:46:39","date_gmt":"2024-10-22T22:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.macdonaldgallery.com\/showroom\/?post_type=product&#038;p=1069"},"modified":"2025-11-27T14:13:40","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T20:13:40","slug":"times-of-change-abstract-wood-framed-wall-art-by-robert-macdonald","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.macdonaldgallery.com\/art-and-paintings\/product\/times-of-change-abstract-wood-framed-wall-art-by-robert-macdonald\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cTimes of Change\u201d | Original Abstract Auras\u2122 Painting, 24\u00d718, Framed | Robert MacDonald"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Original Abstract Auras\u2122 painting on archival paper laminated to rigid art board, 24 \u00d7 18 in. Created using proprietary Auraism\u2122 method. The completed surface contains areas of pronounced high relief linework that emerged naturally during the process. Framed in a handmade MacDonald Signature Collection\u2122 floater frame. Layered chromatic transitions and raised motion contribute to a vivid and structured presence.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Times of Change &#8211; Abstract Auras\u2122 Original Painting by Robert MacDonald<\/h2>\n<p>This original Abstract Auras\u2122 painting is created on fine art paper using Robert MacDonald\u2019s proprietary Auraism\u2122 method. The work develops through trained non intentional responsiveness within the method&#8217;s defined internal conditions rather than through a predesigned image.<\/p>\n<p><em>Times of Change<\/em> forms through luminous color transitions and assertive raised linework that move across the surface in controlled directional passages. Structured chromatic fields anchor the composition while high relief acrylic elements introduce calibrated tension and rhythmic movement. The painting develops as the artist responds to the emerging field through mastery guided perception consistent with the requirements of the Auraism\u2122 method.<\/p>\n<p>The pronounced high relief linear structure creates a spatial presence that interacts with light and strengthens the painting\u2019s internal coherence Once completed the work is permanently laminated to a rigid art board producing a flat and stable substrate ideal for floater framing. A tuned sealer and removable UV protective varnish maintain clarity depth and archival integrity.<\/p>\n<p>Created in the MacDonald Gallery studio in Nashville this painting is catalogued with full provenance and includes a Hahnem\u00fchle Certificate of Authenticity with matching holograms. The MacDonald Signature Collection\u2122 floater frame is hand finished in black satin with a clean reveal that elevates the presentation.<\/p>\n<h3>MacDonald Signature Collection\u2122 Frame<\/h3>\n<p>This painting is presented in a MacDonald Signature Collection\u2122 frame designed by MacDonald Gallery to complement Abstract Auras\u2122 paintings. Each frame is handmade and finished in black lacquer with a hand-rubbed satin surface. The frame includes the MacDonald Signature Collection\u2122 logo in gold on the back as a mark of authenticity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shipping:<\/strong> Free insured shipping to the continental United States. Professional packing and crating included. Care instructions provided.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Curator:<\/strong> Adwin Blake, Curator<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>Title<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">Times of Change<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>Dimensions (H \u00d7 W)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">24 \u00d7 18 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>Substrate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">Archival art paper laminated to rigid art board<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>Medium<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">Acrylic with high relief linework<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>Finish<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">Sealer coat plus removable UV protective varnish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>Framed Size<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">26 \u00d7 20 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>Frame<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">MacDonald Signature Collection\u2122 floater frame, black satin, 2 in depth, 1\/2 in face, approx. 3\/8 in reveal, wired<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>COA<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">Hahnem\u00fchle COA with matching holograms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\"><strong>Shipping<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 8px;\">Free insured United States shipping, professional packing and crating<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The term Abstract Auras\u2122 painting refers to the exclusive body of original paintings created by Robert MacDonald using the Auraism\u2122 method. The term Auraism\u2122 method refers to the proprietary creative method used to produce these works. Both terms identify proprietary elements of the MacDonald Gallery studio and are used here strictly as trademarks.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Trademark Notice<\/h3>\n<p>Auraism\u2122, Abstract Auras\u2122, and MacDonald Signature Collection\u2122 are trademarks of Robert MacDonald. Unauthorized use is prohibited.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 12px; color: #555;\">\u00a9 MacDonald Gallery. Adwin Blake, Curator.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><em>Original Abstract Auras\u2122 painting on archival art paper laminated to rigid art board, 24 \u00d7 18 in. Created using proprietary Auraism\u2122 method. Framed in a handmade MacDonald Signature Collection\u2122 floater frame. 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