John’s still-life practice focuses on the careful arrangement of objects to create subtle narratives. John was born in Adelaide and has enjoyed drawing and painting since childhood. This has developed into a lifelong interest in visual art as a participant and observer. He is currently studying at the Adelaide Central School of Art. John was a finalist in the 2025 The Advertiser Contemporary Art Award. He has exhibited in solo and group exhibitions and is represented in private collections.

John Dow is a finalist in The Advertiser Contemporary Art Award for 2026.