Massachusetts - Paintings
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Artist Shela Goodman presents an impressionist outlook of a barn and silo. The placement of the yellow flowers in the foreground aptly embodies the carefree s...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Carey Parks depicts three kids standing outside a suburban neighborhood. She uses an old family photo to capture the essence...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Pat Doherty displays colorful macarons on a pedestal plate next to an arrangement of pink and orange roses. A dainty blue st...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist George Peebles demonstrates realistic thoughts transforming into abstract imagery. Breathtaking combinations of brilliant gradients map out the entire ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Jo Galang says this piece was inspired by a lovely bouquet she received from her son and his girlfriend on Mother's Day. "It was so beautiful, and the ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A two-story mansion undergoes a fauvist transformation with its bright palette, stylized rendering, and expressive paint handling. The alteration of multi-tie...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A thick blanket of snow covers a garden, exposing only tall bushes and grass to the sunlight. A thicket of trees stands in the background, adding brown and gr...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A chic woman wears an alluring expression. Surrounded by roses and gold accents, she echoes the bold yet delicate energy of the flowers. The painting employs ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Libby Ramage shows a father and daughter being swept away by the beauty of the autumn leaves. "They try to grasp that which is beyond their size," says Libby. A horse gallops forward, representing the fading summer days. She chooses highly saturated colors to enrich the intensity of the moment. "Nature looms large in this artwork."
About the Artist
Libby Ramage infuses a playful and whimsical mood into her works. In fact, she credits the children she works with for greatly influencing her aesthetic. She often uses children’s abandoned work in her collages. Libby currently lives in New Jersey and finds inspiration in the work of Rauschenberg. She believes collectors should buy from the heart.
Words that describe this painting: man, daughter, fall, autumn, season, mixed media, small, leaves, people, horse, primitive, primitivism, nature, people, primitive, acrylic painting, orange
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Libby Ramage presents an autumnal scene marked by large leaves falling from the sky. "As the sun fades, a young boy becomes the man," says Libby. Showi...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Cynthia drew inspiration for this abstract floral scene from a brilliant bouquet of flowers in her studio. She says she used expressionistic brushwork to inte...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A layer of snow wraps a serene forest. Painted with a limited color palette of Payne's Grey and Phthalo Green, accented with Titanium White, the scene exudes ...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A serene composition emerges from the soothing blend of magenta, periwinkle blue, and sepia brown. The soft colors and simplified details evoke a sense of ope...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Lisa Nielsen presents a delicate portrait of a nude woman. The model stretches into a quiet moment but with a dash of fantasy. Lisa offers a tender mom...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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This painting features a woman as the central subject, depicted with bold textures and spontaneous brushstrokes. Her white dress against the deep blue backgro...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Circular organic shapes arranged in a grid pattern bring order to the composition. Predominantly balanced, with a slight deviation in one off-kilter side elem...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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As part of artist Rachel Srinivasan's Rodeo Tarot series, this interpretation of the Seven of Pentacles tarot card uses green to embody the themes of growth, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Carey Parks illustrates a vibrant spring bouquet on a dark turquoise vase. She cuts the tulips and daffodils directly from her garden and arranges them...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A muddy road cuts through a farm, winding across a grass-covered ground. The cloudy sky reflects on the puddle in the foreground, while a red house in the dis...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Kajal Zaveri presents a vibrant abstract landscape with varying hues of fiery of orange. Inspired by the changing colors of the fall season, Kajal repl...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Golden foliage blankets the forest in this autumn landscape. The vast meadow in the distance echoes the seasonal transition. With the sun hidden behind drifti...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Part of artist Michael Wedge's series that explores the contrast between urban and rural environments. A group of people appears atop a grassy mountain accomp...
21st Century and Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Charcoal, Acrylic
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A tranquil landscape welcomes the beginning of autumn. A cloudy sky stretches over the vast field and the ocean, adorned with scattered trees and a puddle. Th...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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The window becomes the main focal point of artist Wenjie Jin's minimalist composition. Each panel plays a specific role in its own story and reflects the colo...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Shuxing Fan paints alluring florals in shades of lilac, blue, yellow, and white. He fixes them on a contrasting chic gray ce...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Craig Rouse depicts a minimalist abstract scene expressed with a limited color-blocked palette of 14 colors. Part of his NAR series, meaning No Assembl...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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"This piece is all about summer, all-year-round," says artist Marie-Eve Champagne. "Palm trees, beaches, green grass, evening walks, bike rides by the sea, fedoras, and all of that. Recollections of past summers, of childhood vacations, of cherished escapes. Greens, yellows, and blues. And peaches, purples, oranges." Part of Marie-Eve's series exploring coastal life and the warmth of weather, venue, and feeling.
About the Artist
Southern California transplant Marie-Eve is heavily influenced by the region’s natural environment and beauty. She works from a studio inside her San Diego home where she enjoys looking out the window to draw inspiration from the sunlight’s effect on the landscape. Marie-Eve’s work occupies a unique space at the intersection of fine art and stylized modern design, utilizing both representational and abstracted subjects. She juxtaposes organic forms with clean planes, thick outlines, and blocks of color that delight the eye. Using limited but carefully selected color palettes, Marie-Eve joyfully articulates concepts and elements of the natural world through a clean, modernist aesthetic.
Words that describe this painting: beach, California, sun, seascape, ocean, hike, trail, cactus, shore, water, impressionism, waves, coast, Pacific Ocean, seascape, representational, modern , acrylic painting, green
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21st Century and Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A warm impressionist still life of pink peonies against a pink backdrop. "Soft, happy colors are what I envisioned," says artist Judy Mackey. "I created the u...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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In this impressionist seascape, artist Nancy Jadatz presents a meandering creek flowing into a bay. From the shoreline, the scene ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
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Artist Gary Leonard paints a portrait of a woman with apparel matching her ginger hair. The subject dons a peaceful and happy expression, veiled under the sha...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Twelve miles from the nearest paved road, the Mojave phone booth was set up in 1948 for use by the miners in that area. It underwent several upgrades, the las...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Janet Dyer illustrates a lovely spring day in Provence with flourishing pear, cherry, and almond trees. She captures the essence of the season with a v...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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This still-life painting depicts two red roses in a vase. The rich hues of the flowers stand out against the transparent glass and subdued background. The simple impressionistic rendering of the elements imparts a sense of stillness to the composition.
About the Artist
Artist Carey Parks paints impressionist scenes of everyday life that imbue a sense of nostalgia reminiscent of a family album. By observing how her subjects navigate their way and relate to each other, Carey seizes the moment they are randomly connected, even so briefly. "My goal is to capture the character and personalities of the individuals in a scene, as well as the surroundings as a whole," shares Carey. Positive in her artistry, she completed her undergraduate degrees in Fine Art and Zoology from UC Santa Barbara, then finished with a Master's in Art. When producing her paintings, she frequently mixes paint directly on the canvas to create intriguing color palettes. She carries out her creativity in her home studio, an organized space that helps her minimize any distractions. Carey also teaches as an adjunct professor of art during the school year. She enjoys running, hiking, and relaxing at the beach during her free time. Her esteemed work has been profiled in American Artist Magazine and numerous local publications.
Words that describe this painting: flower, rose, stem, vase, glass, floral...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Inspired by the scenic landscapes of the State of Washington, this painting features a mountain of rocks at the edge of a lake. The vibrant contrast of orange...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Two Chinese vases lay on a background of different shades of gray in artist Guigen Zha's piece. The still life references cultural relics from the Song Dynast...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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"What could be more relaxing than the gentle sounds of the outgoing tide as it recedes from the shore, leaving behind little pools of water?" asks Faye. Throu...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Onelio Marrero captures a gentle moment of a Hasidic mother and her child enjoying the surf as the tide rolled in. While out on the New Jersey seashore...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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"That guy Mike looks nothing like him," says artist John McCabe. "His hair isn't quite so aqua. Maybe they are the same height." He...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Patrick O'Boyle depicts a festive horse from the carnival carousel. Vibrant colors and geometric shapes make up its quirky structure. Water splashes on the surface display alluring and unique patterns. Patrick paints it abstractly, from a nostalgic childhood memory.
About the Artist
Patrick O'Boyle primarily paints in a studio, rarely using reference material other than his own thoughts and dreams. He always paints in a series of five - at the end of the fifth painting he revisits and reworks all of them until he feels they're complete. Using extra-long handles on his brushes, Patrick paints at a distance from the canvas so he can see the works evolve as a whole from the one color he starts with to the vibrant array at the end.
Words that describe this painting: abstract, fun, playful, colorful, acrylicpaint, small, horse, animal, abstract, animals, acrylic painting, blue
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist George Peebles presents a sweeping view of a grassy shore facing the open sea. A picturesque capture of a beautiful day with a dream-like quality. Colo...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Ruth LaGue expresses an arrangement of two red poppies in a yellow ceramic vase. A lone petal falls onto the table's surface adding a dramatic touch. Ruth use...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Pamela Hoke displays a closeup of the large leaves and spiny tips of a giant Agave. The piece evokes a simply enchanting cal...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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In his signature style, artist Warren Keating draws inspiration from a character he saw on a Santa Fe Plaza restaurant balcony. Using perspective and textural...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Srinivas Kathoju takes inspiration from vast open fields, mountains, and horizons that end in skies. "The fields repres...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Nestled in Coastal Big Sur, California, the jagged cliffs meet the soothing azure waves, creating a picturesque scenery. Enhanced by the vibrant hues of the wildflower...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Elizabeth Garat has always felt an affinity with trees. She came upon this view on a long walk during the golden hour in Ashland, Oregon. A gentle bree...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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September flourishes at its peak, with trees painted in vibrant autumn hues. A field of grass wraps around the foreground, with a small patch illuminated by s...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Jesse Aldana presents an expansive view of Los Angeles, showing the famous Hollywood sign in the distance. The piece captures a dramatic passage from a...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist George Peebles exhibits palm trees overlooking the Caribbean. He captures the relaxed scene with an impressionist approach. Fresh blue waters drift to ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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This painting captures an abandoned house nearly concealed by overgrown bushes. The sunlit road extends endlessly into the hori...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist John McCabe paints three punk rockers standing near a hot pink house-shaped signage that offers free beer. The World Famous Doll Hut dates back to the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A delicate portrait of a Canada goose against a pastel backdrop. "Spending time alone in nature is something I take advantage of whenever possible," shares ar...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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This painting captures the tranquility of a Los Angeles neighborhood on a cold, quiet evening. Locals retreat to their homes as the sun sets, happily savoring...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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"The Crescent Hotel, built in 1938, is one of the famous Art Deco buildings in Miami's South Beach," shares artist John Jaster. He pictures the historical arc...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Fernando Garcia paints a farm and a silo on a vast midwestern landscape. He offers the viewer a serene environment ...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Emil Morhardt displays an impressionist portrait of three brown pelicans. The birds sun themselves in the Sea of Cortez against a subtle greenish-blue late afternoon sky. "I hadn't thought about pelicans having a 3D vision like hawks until I was looking over my photos and saw one of the birds staring straight at me," shares Emil. He references his photographs from a National Geographic Zodiac that the pelicans seemed curious about, allowing very close viewing.
About the Artist
Emil Morhardt is an acrylic painter from Santa Barbara, California who expresses his passion for birds through realistic acrylic paintings. He paints at home in a studio room that has large windows and a north-facing view of the mountains. He observes the animals from this window, watching roadrunners, foxes, bobcats, deer, and coyote run by. Surrounded by this wildlife, Emil paints bird portraits reminiscent of those by artist John James Audubon. He bases his paintings off hundreds of photographs he takes of birds in the wild and at wildlife recovery centers. Emil captures the freedom and inquisitiveness that birds display in the natural world. Before painting birds, he painted landscapes of San Francisco and the Eastern Sierra. Emil was raised in the high desert of California and learned to paint from his father, who was one of the early California watercolorists...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Onelio Marrero features two of his granddaughters in this heartwarming painting. "When the family gets together at my house, my two oldest granddaughte...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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