Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings

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A man with a tall hat and a patterned suit dominates the composition. A smaller figure floats in the upper left corner. A flat green background creates a strong...

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A young boy sleeps on a couch with his plastic sword. He peacefully enters the dreamland with his favorite symbolic attire and a heroic pillowcase. The early mo...

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A large-scale painting captures a serene moment of a woman sitting at the bow of a boat. She gazes across endless shades of blue. The textured brushwork and lay...

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Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, artist Guigen Zha uses a limited palette to create a modern version of the iconic portrait. The figure's calm express...

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This impressionist work by artist Warren Keating presents a compelling interplay of light and form from an uncommon vantage point. The composition offers a top-...

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A lone figure stands before a slot machine set against a wide Western horizon. The barren landscape reflects a sense of modern isolation. The man isn’t gambli...

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On a summer afternoon, a woman pauses on the High Line after a visit to the nearby Whitney Museum. Coneflowers and sunflowers frame the scene, with the Hudson R...

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During the silent film era in Hollywood, the most dramatic scenes were often filmed amid the noise of hammering, sawing, and construction all around. Here, one ...

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A woman in a striped shirt and blue jeans lies on her stomach, one hand supporting her head. Her blonde hair falls forward and partly covers her face. The scene...

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Three friends gather outside an apartment building, their figures softened by hazy brushwork and a softened palette. The painting evokes the echoes of youth and...

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Three people stand closely together. Bold black strokes outline their figures, adding depth and definition. Through abstract shapes, vibrant colors, and confi...

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A woman walks through a summer field in a loose blue jumpsuit, her hair tied up in a bun. She notices the odd presence of yellow taxis and a white truck parke...

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The artwork depicts a woman holding a restrained and introspective expression, perhaps suggesting a quiet confidence or contemplation. The contrast between the ...

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A Tibetan woman holding a prayer wheel and beads radiates quiet devotion. Painted in a classical realist style, the layers of multi-step glazing and subtle tona...

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This stylized portrait depicts a girl's head and shoulders, her pale green face glowing like moonlight. Pastel hues swirl through her hair, forming the impressi...

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Muted grays and warm earth tones come together in this atmospheric scene, capturing the quiet pause that follows a rainfall. Expressive brushstrokes and layered...

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A young couple walks hand in hand on a sunlit shoreline, so enamored of each other that they fail to notice a Russian nuclear submarine. Alternatively, they are...

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A woman in a green patterned dress stands with her face hidden beneath a wide straw hat. Above her, a goose perched on a branch leans down as if whispering a se...

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Mirrored to create two identical figures, a woman in a green swimming cap and bathing suit raises her hand to her forehead, as if scanning the horizon. Colorful...

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A stylized portrait presents a girl crowned with flowers. Bold flat colors, simplified forms, and geometric shapes lend the piece an Art Deco flair, while also ...

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Onelio endeavored to convey our culture's modern fixation with our phones. "It seems that wherever we are, we feel compelled to 'stay connected' even at the e...

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A close-up painting of two swing dancers demonstrates a strong grasp of form and movement. The orange backdrop contrasts sharply with the more subdued blues and...

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A receptionist speaks on the phone, her face and hand carrying the emotional weight of the scene. Her yellow polka-dot scarf strikingly contrasts with her subdu...

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A woman in a blue jacket and red pants walks across the crosswalk. Her relaxed posture mirrors the city's slow Saturday morning rhythm. The scene captures the q...

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Standing before a vast sunlit valley, an elder cradles a baby while holding a prayer wheel in his other hand. Layered glazes and textured brushwork render the man’s weathered face and the child’s soft skin in striking contrast. Beaded ornaments gleam against heavy garments, while warm light and an expansive sky evoke the quiet strength of faith, continuity, and tradition. Painted in oil with classical realism, the work unites cultural depth with timeless technique.

About the Artist
Artist David Qiyi Liu paints realist works in oil, blending traditions of naturalism, neoclassicism, and elements of photorealism and impressionism. “I create this work because I believe painting has the power to honor life with care and to reveal the quiet poetry of the world around us,” says David. His subjects range from portraiture and Tibetan life to landscapes and still lifes, all reflecting his reverence for both individuality and universality. Influenced by masters such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, Velázquez, and Andrew Wyeth, he strives to unite technical precision with emotional resonance. After receiving a Fine Art degree in 1977 and a Master’s in Oil Painting in 1988, David taught for more than thirty years in China before moving to the United States in 2022. He now works from his Flushing, New York studio, where morning light fills his space with clarity and calm. Outside of painting, he enjoys studying original works in museums, exploring art books, and guiding students in their creative growth.

Words that describe this painting: elder, man, child, prayer wheel, Tibetan, culture, traditional clothing, faith, tradition, spiritual, Andrew Wyeth, Jules Bastien Lepage...

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A figure with green hair wears a red structural dress and stands with an enigmatic presence. A goose on the side mirrors the vertical stance, its patterned feat...

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The title of this painting expresses artist Onelio Marrero's observations of people sitting alone in restaurants and cafes. In this case, a woman waits agains...

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A man lights his cigarette and enters a moment of pause, stress relief, and contemplation. The contrast of light and shadow on his face highlights his concentra...

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Inspired by Carey Park's photos from her visits to France, this painting captures two people savoring tea in a sunlit room. Seated comfortably, they appear ab...

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A straight razor shave captures a quiet moment of intimacy and skill. Set against a vibrant yellow backdrop, the man's dark hair and beard stand out, drawing ...

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Artist Onelio Marrero captures her granddaughter walking along a low tide surf in the late afternoon light on a New Jersey beach. She strolls along the receding...

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A woman applies red lipstick, its bold colors echoing her energy. The repetition of hands, mirrors, and lipstick creates a layered composition that plays with p...

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This classical realist portrait presents a young woman wearing traditional clothing and a vivid red scarf. A golden glow surrounds her figure, echoing the warmt...

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A woman looks ahead, confident in her next move. Her large white eyeglasses reflect the blue and yellow splattered background, symbolizing her decision-making a...

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A woman stands in a sun-drenched field that stretches endlessly around her. Her vibrant red skirt contrasts beautifully with the golden grass, drawing the eye t...

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A poised woman in a flowing white dress stands against a deep blue backdrop, her presence both elegant and enigmatic. Beside her, a goose mirrors her stillness....

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Three figures stand side by side, their colorful attire standing out against the warm background. This artwork is part of artist John McCabe's EP release, Belmo...

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A cowboy rides a horse, his posture steady and composed. The close-up view conveys powerful emotion through its focus on the hands performing a deliberate task....