OC500 2025: WYLAND

WYLAND 

ARTIST/CONSERVATIONIST 

WYLAND GALLERIES 

WHY: Laguna Beach artist celebrated for his marine-life paintings and murals. Has built a global following while using art to raise awareness for ocean conservation. Created over 100 large-scale “Whaling Wall” murals worldwide, including one in Laguna Beach that launched his career. Has 100K collectors across 120 countries; average collector owns 8 to 9 pieces. 

IN THE NEWS: Continues to unveil new works, unveiling them at private events held at his Laguna Beach studio. Original works start at $8K, with top commissions reaching $1.25M. 

NOTABLE: Celebrity fans include Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Jon Lovitz, Pitbull and Shaquille O’Neal. 

QUOTABLE: “I’ve been painting since I was four. It’s the greatest job on earth.”