Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
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A poised swimmer confidently sits at the edge of a diving board. Rather than a sunny beach, this painting exudes a dramatic and mysterious night scene. Bold con...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Bold, energetic brushwork shapes an abstract interpretation of a flower. Thick layers of paint convey spontaneity and life, while soft touches of blue add surpr...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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This abstract painting features a light palette of peach and cream, complemented by areas of blue. Splashes of color add movement, guiding the eye across the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Shades of blue, orange, and black amid a green background create an abstract landscape. Bold markmaking suggests rolling hills, while scratches through the pain...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Soft greens, blues, and earthy tones suggest an abstract river nestled among dense foliage. The water reflects the overcast sky, creating a sense of depth and t...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Shadows of memory take shape in two figures, one larger and closer, the other standing further away. Quick, repeated brushstrokes form a vibrant backdrop. Blu...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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A joyful piece based upon uplifting colors and their compositions expressed by artist Joey Korom. He suggests a cheerful spring, shown through fields of flowe...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Paper
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
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Vibrant shades of blue mix with soft greens, creating a serene and cool atmosphere. Splashes of orange add contrast and depth. The overlapping abstract forms invite the viewer to explore and interpret the artwork from their perspective.
About the Artist
Artist Dorothy Gaziano...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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A pink rose blooms against a dark background. Dynamic texture emerges from the use of various tools, such as sandpaper, palette knives, and sponges. Artist Sara...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Tall trees stretch skyward, guiding the eye toward drifting clouds. The upward perspective evokes the quiet awe of standing beneath a towering forest. Blue stre...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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"This dynamic abstract commands the viewer's presence," states artist Gena Brodie Robbins. "Two figures stand in the late a...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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This abstract painting captures the striking contrast between a restless sky and the quiet strength of the land below. Storm clouds churn in layered blues and...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Blooming flowers fill the vase evoking a sense of abundance despite its small stature. Artist Valerie Berkely presents the abstract floral using a limited palette of transparent purple and yellow tones. She demonstrates expressive finger painting...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Artist Patrick O'Boyle abstractly paints a dreamy mist of hot pink, mustard yellow, and violet with gentle strokes of emerald. He applies several coats of col...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Patrick O'Boyle expresses torrents of bright orange and indigo in this abstract composition. He applies layers of color and then scrapes and scratches ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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"My paintings serve as a powerful medium for conveying messages of hope and love," shares artist Jenn Williamson. She captures an atmospheric landscape infuse...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Board
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A blend of soft, muted colors evokes the tranquility of a serene landscape. The composition draws the eye toward the horizon, hinting at a journey or passage of...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Board
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Board
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Board
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"This impressionist style landscape - painted with loose, bold strokes - creates a mood of summer serenity," says artist Kajal Zaveri. "With a calm and cool a...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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This abstract piece captures the quiet allure of a misty harbor. Painted intuitively, artist Lisa Carney layered warm browns, cool teals, and soft greys to ev...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Board
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This painting is part of Tatiana Iliina's latest series "Abstract Landscapes." The sides of the gallery wrapped canvas are painted dark gray.
Abou...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Earthy tones contrast with soft pinks and greens, hinting at a floral presence. This abstract painting conveys dynamic movement and emotional depth, balancing s...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
1960s Modern Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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As your thoughts progress in a relaxed quietness, colors emerge, dots of energy and creativity like flowers in a field. Edges are painted a light warm gray.
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Joey Korom paints an abstract visualization of London's Russell Square. Three registers define the painting's major spati...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Emerald green, red iron oxide, and black strokes sweep across the abstract composition. White lines cut through the piece, giving it a fractured appearance. Marks created to reveal the underlayer enhance the overall effect, adding texture and depth to the painting.
About the Artist
Artist Dorothy Gaziano...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Two silhouettes emerge from a colorful background. Scraped outlines define their form, while repeated horizontal lines surround and envelope them. Artist Gena...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Artist Jenn Williamson is an intuitive painter. In her work, she responds to her feelings and the way she is growing or changing to become a better human being. She loves to nurture and inspire others in their journey. And creativity has been at the core of how she processes situations and experiences. "I painted this during a season where I was focused on nurturing my spiritual and emotional sides," says Jenn. "Rather than being driven to succeed and produce results to feel valued, I find great strength in meditation."
About the Artist
Jenn Williamson expertly evokes the scenery of British Columbia in her soft abstract landscapes. She utilizes defining horizontal and vertical strokes, coupled with a skillful handling of color, to create significant depth in each piece. Her paintings, though abstracted, clearly convey the atmospheric attributes of the scene–rain, wind, clouds, fog. Jenn’s muted color palette transports the viewer to the Canadian west coast...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Paper
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Artist Joey Korom paints a green abstract composition. He combines unconventional shapes to give the work multiple layers. "Subtle collisions suggest parts of...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Pat Forbes presents an abstract landscape in cool tones of blue, green, and teal. "This piece reflects on the pleasures of travel," says Pat. Wavy line...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Paper, Acrylic
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Artist Ronda Waiksnis presents an abstract view of a winding stream that implies a feeling of nostalgia. "In this piece, I've appl...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
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Fascinated by the birds that soar over her Big Sur home, artist Heidi Hybl paints an abstract depiction of their migration. Their bold forms contrast the soft...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Artist Janet Dyer captures a verdant meadow on a cloudy day in a delightful palette of varied greens interjected with bright orange. The sky is finished off w...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Marble
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Canvas
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Artist Ronda Waiksnis expresses a visceral view of a local landscape. Muted tones of brown, gray, white, and black constitute the gripping scene. "This is esp...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Mixed Media, Acrylic
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Vibrant splashes and swirls of color fill a deep blue background. Inspired by the bedtime stories he once created with his daughter, artist Tim Engelhardt captu...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Shades of blue, gray, and black blend to create a serene, misty seascape. Gentle brushstrokes give the impression of a ship or a city in the distance. The overall effect evokes a sense of tranquility and open space.
About the Artist
Artist Dorothy Gaziano...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Wood Panel
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A tonal abstract landscape rendered with an introspective approach. Artist Pat Forbes describes the scene as "the world left behind in the dreamy moments when...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
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Warm orange, peach, and coral against pale blue and white contrast with splashes of black. Delicately textured layers add depth and rawness to the artwork. Arti...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Artist Lisa Carney expresses a lush open field blanketed with blue and green flowers in this abstract composition. She uses a drip painting technique that con...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Board
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Layers of fluid acrylics create a vibrant piece. Artist Patrick O'Boyle painted while standing, keeping the piece flat to maintain precise control. Color flows ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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This abstract painting captures a serene view where muted greens, browns, and grays blend to create a contemplative mood. Expressive, textured brushstrokes su...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Textured brushstrokes blend muted tones of brown and green to capture a serene meadow with a meandering stream. The overcast sky gives the scene a tranquil, a...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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