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Converging Paths, Sacred Symbols is a visual meditation on the shared sacred geometry found in Islamic and Judaic traditions. Central to the composition is a stylized waypoint—a guiding form framed by both the Star of David and an Islamic eight-pointed star—signifying not only direction, but spiritual connection across cultures. The repeating field of dark six-pointed forms is meticulously built from hand-printed woodblock patterns, subtly layered with motifs referencing historical textiles and architectural ornament. Vertical red bands cut through the symmetry like sacred thresholds or markers of alignment, suggesting a path or ritual axis. Rooted in the artist’s Waypoints and Shangri La-inspired series, the piece reflects on the journey toward understanding, harmony, and the elegant logic of the sacred. It invites viewers to consider how symbols, across faiths and time, can illuminate a shared human search for meaning, order, and connection.

From John McCaskill

  1. "Fire Palms" by John McCaskill, Image 1.

    "Fire Palms"

    Suicide print

    18 x 24 in

  2. Moonlit Reef by John McCaskill, Image 1.

    Moonlit Reef

    32 x 48 x 2.5 in

    $4,080

  3. Runnin’ Down a Dream by John McCaskill, Image 1.

    Runnin’ Down a Dream

    Glicee

    24 x 16 x 1 in

  4. Star of Shangri La by John McCaskill, Image 1.

    Star of Shangri La

    Mixed Media - Woodblock prints and appliqué

    48 x 36 x 2 in

    $4,280

  5. Intrepid Voyager by John McCaskill, Image 1.

    Intrepid Voyager

    Mixed media: layered woodcut patterns and prints, appliqué on canvas, matte gel medium, amber shellac

    48 x 32 x 2 in

    $4,080

  6. Fixed Point, Moving Sea by John McCaskill, Image 1.

    Fixed Point, Moving Sea

    Mixed Media -acrylic and oil, layered woodcut patterns, matte gel medium, matte polyurethane on canvas

    42 x 36 x 2 in

    $3,878

  7. "Kilo Hōkū: Eyes on the Stars" by John McCaskill, Image 1.

    "Kilo Hōkū: Eyes on the Stars"

    Mixed media: layered woodcut patterns and prints, appliqué on canvas, matte gel medium, amber shellac

    36 x 42 x 2 in

    $3,978

  8. Black Lace & Broken Toys by John McCaskill, Image 1.

    Black Lace & Broken Toys

    Mixed Media -acrylic and oil, layered woodcut patterns, matte gel medium, matte polyurethane on canvas

    43 x 36 x 1.5 in