Massachusetts - Paintings
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Reflections in the water capture the feel of morning light at a pond in Northern New Jersey. Water lilies in the shadowed foreground lead the eye to the edge of...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Three children show quiet determination as they dig for sand dollars during low tide. Their curiosity and focus bring wonder to the coastal scene. Energetic str...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Watercolor
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The deep shades of rich emerald create a tone of quiet awakening in this abstract piece. Artist Morgan Fite's exclusive use of a palette knife gives it an eth...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A contemporary abstract piece features vibrant stripes pulsing in rhythmic succession. Some edges stay defined while others remain blurred, allowing the colors ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Fifteen identical horses move in unison across a field of soft, earthy tones, blending seamlessly with the background. Arranged in a deliberate, linear fashion,...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Inspired by the fox’s clever charm, this portrait captures both its keen expression and lively spirit. Artist Karen Barton layered oil paint using a mix of pa...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
"Being a single father and working a full-time job limits the time I have to paint," shares artist Christopher Garvey. "This...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A silhouette of a horse emerges from geometric shapes and a limited palette. With a minimalistic and modern artistic style, the piece evokes a feeling of simp...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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This painting offers a moody, atmospheric view where land and sky seem to blur into one. Quick, expressive brushstrokes suggest movement across the scene, as ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Buttons, a playful tuxedo cat, sits curiously. Outlined throughout, its black and white fur stands out against a background of orang...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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I love combining a strong tree line with a colorful foreground in my work," says artist Ronda Waiksnis. In this painting, Ronda portrays the abundant blessing...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A young Tibetan girl on her way to school symbolizes the start of a new semester and a new life. The sun overhead casts shadows on her form, revealing the textu...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero spends much of his summers happily gardening and caring for his pond. There are also several others within walking distance from his hom...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
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An enchanting scene invites the viewer to walk along the Tiber River in Rome and marvel at the beautiful Ponte Vittorio Emanuele II. The impressionist style cap...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A solitary lemon rests on a table, exuding a subtle blue glow. Soft light brings out its textured skin, creating a contrast with the shadow that pools beneath...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Yangzi Xu depicts a lively nighttime scene of New York City. She fills the composition with recognizable aspects such as tower...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A crepe-myrtle tree blooms with delicate flowers that resemble colorful confetti. Its leaves sway gently in the breeze, glowing softly in the summer sunlight. E...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A tulip poplar towers like a golden pagoda on a beautiful sunny day. The pastel light from the sky reflects its warm glow on the tree. The artwork evokes a jo...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
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A warm glow from a flickering candle illuminates the scene, casting soft light across every object. An antique clock nestled within a sculpture evokes a sense o...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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"Snowed in for days, this dogwood with a few lingering leaves caught my eye one sunny morning," shares artist Elizabeth Garat. "I wanted to record the play of...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A surreal domestic scene features two cats resting in a room, gazing directly at the viewer. Whimsical moments unfold around them as a tiny animal stands by a m...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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An aerial view reveals a patchwork of farmland in the Midwest. A blue lake nestles among the green fields, mirroring the soft hues of the horizon. The compositi...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A cut-up lemon rests on a muted surface, its interior revealing various color changes. The light and shadow emphasize the fruit's vibrant yellow skin and fles...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Board
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Joey Korom manifests an abstract vision of autumn in this dominantly pastel work. He executes the piece with two main colors, light blue, and sand. Prominent ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Shades of blue, rust, and cream shape this abstract landscape. Splashes of grey and black dots scatter across the surface. Scratched and scraped paint introdu...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A spruce tree in the artist Jessica JH Roller’s front yard is a favorite of many birds. An Eastern Screech Owl spent the early summer months perched on a br...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A pond beneath trees catches shifting sunlight, creating a dappled pattern across its surface. Ducks and koi fish move through the scene, adding a sense of life...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Early 2000s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil, Board
Artist Comments
Artist Nancy Merkle captures a big open western sky over a grassy prairie. Large, fluffy clouds sweep up to the heavens, reflecting the pastel colors of the s...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Mid-20th Century Naturalistic Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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"The source of inspiration for this painting came as I was walking in Manhattan in the rain," says artist Onelio Marrero. "This street is based on 8th Avenue ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Four cupcakes with different frostings and toppings form a luscious, eye-catching display. Bold colors and confident brushstrokes give the treats a lively prese...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A small, delicate nest cradles two blue eggs, its woven twigs and fibers forming intricate textures. Painted on an aluminum panel, the surface lends a subtle luminosity to the composition. The artwork celebrates nature's quiet beauty and the fragility of new life.
About the Artist
Artist Jennifer Ross finds inspiration in gathering and replicating fragments of nature. "Birds, nests, eggs, and horses represent my realization that life embodies a tension between wanting security and the love of freedom," says Jennifer. Through her art, she aspires to convey a healing power inspired by the living world. Jennifer initially aspired to follow her mother and grandfather's artistic path but took a detour and began a decade-long career working in art galleries, selling the artwork of others, and doing framing design. Eventually, her creative soul persisted. She began experimenting with small pastel...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Charcoal, Acrylic
Artist Comments
Light shimmers across the water as the sun goes down. A sailboat fades in the distance, while the rocks in the foreground frame the scene. The soft breeze, glow...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Cotton Canvas, Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Mixed Media, Oil, Panel
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Black-and-white cats stand out against a vivid red background. Their curled tails and wide, expressive eyes create a sense of charm and whimsy. The strong con...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Four cups connect at the center of the composition, forming a diamond shape. Wavy lines ripple around them, while bright beams radiate from the handles and rims...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Pastel
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Geometric shapes create a vibrant representation of a prancing horse. A sense of energy and playfulness exudes from the dynamic color patterns and stylization o...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A cropped image of a bull and its rider captures the intensity of the sport, creating a sense of immediacy and immersion. The scene conveys the rugged nature of...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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