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Temptations

John Pitre Temptations surreal artwork featuring a luminous Eden-like landscape with human figures, symbolic fruit, flowing water, and radiant light, exploring themes of desire, temptation, and human nature in visionary fine art

This surreal fantasy depicts the plants and elements that form the mind-altering substances that, for many, are part of their world. As the gods watch, the pure of body and soul wander through an endless maze of life’s carnal temptations.

For a moment—or perhaps forever—they are lured into another space and time, where illusion replaces reality and the outside world fades away.

Yet beyond it all, far on the distant horizon, remains something else. A place of light, clarity, and enlightenment—still visible to those who are able, and willing, to see beyond the veil.

THE STORY

Temptations was originally commissioned as an album cover in the 1970s but was ultimately rejected due to its provocative symbolism of drugs and forbidden pleasures. A notorious Colombian kingpin later acquired the piece, solidifying its place as one of John Pitre’s most infamous and controversial works.

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The original artwork for this piece may be available. Serious collectors are invited to inquire for details.

Original

A Colombian kingpin originally acquired it in the 1970s, and it is now potentially available for purchase.

Purchase Price

$1.5 Million | Acquisition Opportunity | Professional Authentication Pending

Limited Prints

SOLD OUT – 550 signed prints, estimated value $5,000 per

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Museum-Quality Archival Fine Art Canvas

Temptations of a False God—first rejected for its provocative symbolism and later owned by a Colombian kingpin—depicts humanity caught between innocence and desire in a surreal paradise.

John Pitre Temptations surreal artwork displayed above modern living room sofa, luminous paradise scene with figure, symbolic nature, fine art wall decor

Frequently Asked Questions About John Pitre Fine Arts

Can you help resell or place a piece I own?2026-04-01T05:28:27+00:00

Yes—if you own an original work, we may be able to assist with resale or placement through our collector network.

At this time, this service is not typically extended to limited edition prints. However, you’re welcome to reach out and be added to our collector list. If we receive inquiries that align with your piece, we may contact you.

Is each artwork accompanied by documentation or a certificate of authenticity?2026-04-01T05:27:04+00:00

Yes. All original works are accompanied by an official Certificate of Authenticity issued by the artist. This documentation verifies the originality of the piece, including details such as medium, creation, and its status as a one-of-one work.

The certificate serves as an important record for provenance and long-term collectibility, ensuring confidence in the authenticity and value of your acquisition.

I’m a collector—can I collaborate with you or acquire a piece directly?2026-04-01T05:24:35+00:00

Absolutely. We actively welcome relationships with serious collectors—both those who currently own works and those looking to acquire.

For collectors who already own a piece, we offer opportunities to collaborate on documenting provenance, enhancing visibility, and, if desired, positioning the work for private sale or exhibition. Our goal is to honor the history of each piece while supporting its long-term value and legacy.

For those seeking to acquire, we provide direct access to available works, as well as rare opportunities to secure one-of-one originals. In select cases, this may include newly created master works by John Pitre, developed specifically for discerning collectors.

Due to the limited nature of these works, availability is highly selective. Every collector relationship is handled with discretion and a white-glove approach.

We invite you to reach out to begin a private conversation.

What does “Original 1/1 (Oil, Acrylic & Archival Ink) available through the artist” mean?2026-04-01T05:22:23+00:00

This designation indicates that the original oil painting associated with this work is not currently accounted for within the artist’s archives, estates, or known private collections.

In such cases, John Pitre reserves the right to create a new, one-of-a-kind master original—executed in oil, acrylic, and archival ink—faithfully reinterpreting the vision of the original piece. This newly created work would be a true 1/1, offered exclusively to a serious collector as a once-in-a-lifetime acquisition.

If you currently own a piece listed under this designation, we invite you to contact us. We are actively working to document and honor all known originals. With your permission, we can update the listing to reflect provenance, ownership history, and—if applicable—note whether the work may be available for private sale.

Does the Fine Art Paper print come framed?2026-04-01T04:38:03+00:00

Yes—our Fine Art Paper prints come standard with a professionally crafted, ready-to-hang hardwood frame, designed to elevate and protect your artwork from the moment it arrives.

Each frame is milled from premium hardwood and hand-finished for a refined, exhibition-worthy presentation. Select pieces may include hand-coated metallic or gold-gilded finishes—chosen to complement and elevate the artwork, never compete with it.

The artwork is mounted for a smooth, flat presentation and finished with a sleek, modern frame—no matting, allowing the piece to take center stage without distraction. A crystal-clear protective layer enhances visibility while safeguarding the print, and the included hanging hardware ensures effortless installation.

This presentation is intentionally clean and sophisticated—designed to highlight the artwork with clarity, depth, and presence in both contemporary and classic interiors.

For collectors seeking something even more bespoke, custom framing upgrades are available. While each piece comes beautifully finished with our standard hardwood frame, our team can guide you through elevated options including specialty finishes, custom profiles, and statement framing selections—ensuring your artwork is perfectly tailored to your space and vision.

What is Fine Art Paper?2026-04-01T04:36:35+00:00

Our Premium Archival Fine Art Paper is a museum-grade printing medium designed for exceptional detail, accuracy, and longevity. With a smooth, non-reflective surface and a neutral-white tone, it allows every nuance of the artwork to be experienced exactly as intended—without glare or distraction.

Printed using advanced pigment-based inks, this paper delivers rich color depth, sharp contrast, and photo-realistic clarity, making it an ideal choice for fine art prints and curated collections.

Crafted at a substantial 230 gsm weight with a thick, durable base, each print feels refined and substantial in hand. The archival, acid-free composition ensures your artwork maintains its integrity over time, resisting fading and preserving color for years to come.

Each piece comes professionally framed as a standard offering, featuring a premium hardwood frame that is precision-milled and hand-finished for an exhibition-worthy presentation. Designed without matting for a clean, modern aesthetic, the frame enhances the artwork while maintaining a refined, gallery-style presence.

For collectors seeking a more bespoke presentation, custom framing upgrades are available, including specialty finishes and elevated design options tailored to your space.

What frame comes with my museum-quality archival canvas artwork?2026-04-01T04:31:23+00:00

Each piece arrives ready to hang, featuring our museum-quality archival canvas paired with a carefully selected, gallery-grade floater frame.

Every frame is milled from premium hardwood and hand-finished for a refined, exhibition-worthy presentation. Select pieces include hand-coated metallic or gold-gilded finishes—chosen to complement and elevate the artwork, not compete with it.

The floater frame creates a subtle gap around the canvas, giving the illusion that the artwork is suspended within the frame—an effect commonly seen in top galleries and museums.

For collectors seeking something even more bespoke, custom framing upgrades are available. Our team is happy to guide you through additional finishes, profiles, and statement options to ensure your piece is perfectly tailored to your space.

Your art deserves to stand out—and we make sure it does.

What is Museum-Quality Archival Fine Art Canvas?2026-04-01T03:59:36+00:00

A museum-quality archival fine art canvas is created to meet the highest standards of longevity, color accuracy, and presentation—ensuring the artwork can be enjoyed for generations.

Each piece is produced using a giclée printing process, which utilizes precision pigment-based inks on a premium 410gsm fine art matte canvas. This method is widely recognized by galleries and museums for its ability to deliver exceptional detail, rich color depth, and fade resistance—designed to maintain its integrity for up to 200 years under proper conditions.

The canvas is expertly gallery-stretched over a 1.5” solid wood frame and finished with a refined floater frame, creating a striking, dimensional presentation with a true gallery presence. Despite its substantial look, each piece remains lightweight and arrives ready to hang. A protective semi-gloss varnish enhances depth and richness while safeguarding the surface to ensure lasting beauty for years to come.

Each piece is then finished with a custom floating frame, carefully selected to complement the artwork while creating a refined, gallery-style presentation.

The result is not simply a print, but a museum-grade fine art piece—crafted for both visual impact and lasting preservation.

What is the origin and inspiration behind this work?2026-04-01T03:05:08+00:00

John Pitre’s work is rooted in a lifelong exploration of surrealism, blending classical technique with cosmic, symbolic imagery that reflects on existence, consciousness, and humanity’s relationship with nature and technology. His pieces often carry deeper social and environmental commentary—addressing themes such as overpopulation, ecological responsibility, and the fragility of life.

This body of work also exists within a broader creative dialogue. Like many artists, Pitre both draws inspiration from and contributes to a global visual landscape—one that spans art history, from masters like Salvador Dalí, to contemporary creators whose work is shared and discovered across modern platforms such as Pinterest.

In that spirit, this piece serves not only as an original expression, but also as a quiet tribute to the countless artists—past and present—who continue to inspire one another. It reflects an ongoing exchange of ideas, where influence and innovation move in both directions, shaping the evolution of visual storytelling.

What Is Master Original?2026-04-01T03:00:11+00:00

The vast majority of John Pitre’s new original paintings are called masters. Through the next few minutes, this movie will walk you through John Pitre’s creative process on how he creates a new master mixed media mediums of oil, acrylic & archival ink.

First, using a color palette that Pitre premixes himself, he begins by painting a small oil color study of his idea. The colors in this oil study will be referenced throughout the creation of this new painting.

Next, he begins a new oil painting. Using the colors chosen in the study, he begins to create an actual composition of how the painting will look.

You can see here the painting is really starting to take shape. Upon completion, this oil is then professionally scanned digitally into a special graphics computer using the highest resolution possible.

Pitre then spends months with a professional graphics tablet painting directly into the computer, where he perfects and greatly enhances the original concept oil. Upon completion, this beautiful high-resolution digital image is printed onto the finest artist’s canvases using the world’s best giclée printer with permanent lightfast pigments that far surpass those used by traditional oil painters.

He then takes this image and completes it, overpainting it in oil with fine detail brushes, and then textures some areas for maximum effect.

This finished painting is called a master. It is the only one of its kind. When this original is completed, it is re-scanned and published as a limited edition canvas giclée.

What is the White-Glove Service consultation?2026-04-01T02:50:51+00:00

For a limited time, every purchase is treated as a custom, white-glove experience. After checkout, a member of our team personally connects with you to guide your art journey—refining details like framing, sizing, and overall presentation to ensure each piece is perfectly suited to its space.

This elevated service is part of our soft launch and will not be offered once the introductory period ends. However, collectors inquiring about original works will always receive a white-glove experience.

For more than four decades, John Pitre has explored the boundaries between imagination, technology, and the human experience through visionary surrealist painting. Today, that exploration expands into a new frontier: digital ownership and blockchain-verified art through Artopia NFT.

We believe fine art should be both collectible and future-proof. By combining museum-grade curation with blockchain technology, Artopia NFT ensures every artwork retains its authenticity, provenance, and value forever. Our mission is to make the next generation of fine-art collecting accessible, transparent, and rewarding for artists and investors alike.

1. Digital Ownership

NFT technology introduces a revolutionary concept to the art world: true digital ownership. Through blockchain verification, collectors can own authenticated digital artworks with permanent provenance, just as they would a physical painting. Each Artopia piece is recorded on the blockchain, ensuring rarity, authenticity, and a transparent ownership history that cannot be altered.

2. The Future of Collecting

The art market is rapidly evolving as collectors increasingly embrace digital experiences. NFTs allow artists to release works that exist natively in the digital world while maintaining scarcity and value. Through Artopia, collectors gain access to a new category of fine art—one that blends creativity, technology, and global accessibility.

3. The Artopia Vision

John Pitre proudly supports Artopia as a groundbreaking platform for digital art and is launching the first featured collection on the platform. This release represents an exciting expansion of his artistic legacy, bringing his visionary surrealist works into the blockchain era while helping shape the future of how art is created, shared, and collected.

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John Pitre is one of the most celebrated contemporary surrealist painters of our time — creating visionary works that merge consciousness, imagination, and technical mastery into timeless visual narratives.

For more than four decades, Pitre’s museum-quality oil paintings have captivated global audiences, earning recognition from collectors, galleries, and critics worldwide. His work bridges surrealism and fine art investment, inviting viewers into realms where dreams, reality, and human consciousness converge.

1. Vision

Born with an extraordinary gift for perceiving hidden dimensions of consciousness, Pitre discovered his artistic calling early. His journey into surreal oil painting became an exploration of the subconscious — translating the unseen into powerful visual experiences.

2. Craft

Combining classical oil techniques with innovative surrealist concepts, Pitre creates museum-quality works that transcend traditional boundaries. Industrial elements merge with organic forms, revealing worlds where the impossible feels tangible.

3. Legacy

Throughout his distinguished career, Pitre’s paintings have been exhibited internationally, acquired by major collectors, and recognized as defining works of contemporary surrealism. Each canvas reflects years of mastery, philosophy, and artistic vision.

4. The Book

The Universe, Our World, and Us examines the challenges shaping our world today, from global conflict to the role of governments and human responsibility. Through thoughtful ideas and visionary insight, John Pitre explores how humanity can overcome division and build a more cooperative and peaceful future.

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