John Zak Art

Doug Newton’s hyper-real paintings observe reality, explore translucency, reflections and luminosity, and dazzle the viewer with all the ways light can transform our perceptions. His subject matter concentrates on still lives of food, toys, candy and household objects. In addition to many group shows across the country, Mr. Newton’s show, “HARD CANDY and other confections” represents his fifth solo exhibition. His paintings have been collected in numerous private collections. Mr. Newton resides in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Sonia Coman writes in her essay, Doug Newton’s hard candy: the confection of painting Doug Newton’s paintings are about… painting. The hyperrealist technique of trompe l’oeil or “trick the eye” is knowingly playful. It simultaneously calls attention to the illusion of a different material—for example, translucent candy wrappers—and the reality of the layers of paint, masterfully applied to the canvas. In that, Newton’s paintings pay homage to an esteemed series of trompe l’oeil masters, from Inquisition-era Spanish painter Francisco de Zurbarán to Gilded-Age American painter William Michael Harnett...

Elizabeth Zanzinger's (US based) "Onions II" is a masterfully created realistic oil still-life. This painting measures at 12 x 8 inches, and is framed at 13.50 x 9.50 inches ready t...

This modern still life diptych by Gio Bellagio is inspired by ancient Greek ceramic vessels. The pots are adorned with minimalist patterns reminiscent of Greek geometry, emphasising...

Sunflower by Susan Meeks was painted in 2024 as part of her floral collection. Sunflower is framed. and free shipping is offered at checkout. The common sunflower (Helianthus an...

Elizabeth Zanzinger's (US based) "Cowboy Kettle" is an oil painting that depicts a whimsical still life featuring a copper kettle with artichokes. Elizabeth Zanzinger is an award-w...

Patrick Nevin's (US based) "Vanitas with Marine Corps Coin" is an oil painting that depicts a human skull situated with an orange, a Marine Corps coin, ...

Julie Beck's "Idols, Not Masters" is an oil painting on canvas panel that measures 18 x 18 inches framed and is ready to hang. Artist Biography: Julie Beck was born and raised in We...

Patrick Nevin's (US based) "Quoting Sagan" is an oil painting that depicts a human skull situated with books and letter blocks, and other various object...

Look for Free Shipping at Checkout Brass Incense Box with Carnations 12" x 16" oil on panel . Archival Frame Artist Comment : The brass incense burner in this painting belonged to...

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Moonlit Magnolia Susan Meeks oil on canvas 36" x 36" Susan is a native Houstonian. She is passionate about oil painting, specializing in large scale florals as seen in The Magnolia ...

Burton Silverman's "At Long Last", an oil on linen portrait painting dated 2020, is a masterful realist capturing of a contemplative young woman with short hair in modern casual clothes...