Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
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A bearded sailor in a blue uniform and cap stands against a yellow background. Artist Robert Hofherr reimagined one of Vincent van Gogh's portraits through the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Board
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A surreal scene depicts a colossal woman standing amid farmland, her gaze fixed on a bird flying from her birdcage torso. A viaduct emerges from the base of her...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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A woman wearing a sun hat becomes a visual echo of an umbrella and its shadow. The contrast between the elements suggests a quiet dialogue between light and sha...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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A man wearing a white hat and blue uniform rests his hands on his chin. Loosely based on Vincent van Gogh's work, this painting adopts a looser and freer execut...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Gary Leonard draws inspiration from a daydreaming woman by the beach. The sun envelopes her in warmth evoking a feeling of peace and relaxation that only this...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
2010s American Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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Bold shapes and vibrant colors depict a bass player in a lively, home-like setting. The interplay of shape, color, and line creates a sense of playful rhythm, e...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Part of artist Onelio Marrero's ongoing series featuring museum interiors and gallery-goers. In this piece, Onelio depicts a woman sketching...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
1920s Post-Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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An intense chess match unfolds in a sun-drenched courtyard. The late afternoon sun casts intricate patterns across the players' fingers and clothing, as well as...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Sherri Aldawood posed her model, Alana, in her backyard garden on a warm summer day. She positioned in her the shade of dense green plants and glowing ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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A portrait of a woman glowing under the sun captures her quiet confidence. With expressive brushwork and saturated color, the figure feels both glamorous and el...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Faye Vander Veer depicts a busy market day in Aix-en-Provence. Towering sycamore trees cast cool shadows, while warm, dappled light illuminates the scene...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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A poignant image of a young woman lying in bed by artist Onelio Marrero. She is clothed in white laying on a plush bed looking wistfu...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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A young woman appears peaceful with her eyes closed and lips slightly parted. Her warm skin tones complement the muted gray background, while her long hair fade...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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An eight-year-old boy, thoughtfully engaged in reading one early autumn morning. This painting depicts the artist Jessica JH Roller's son, Fox, calmly immerse...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Kristen Brown depicts an ambiguous figure of a woman with long hair. The speckled blurs create dynamism and charisma in the dreamy portrait. Overlappin...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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Artist Marie-Eve Champagne combines collage and surrealist techniques in this piece, using carefully curated imagery to invite reflection on our constructed nar...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Arden Rose presents a painting that is a journey through color, memory, and place. The subject’s bold gaze and vibrant red garment draw the viewer in, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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This painting celebrates the captivating presence of a redhead. Her auburn hair glows against a backdrop of soft blue hues, while her gaze is both engaging and ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Pillar-like orange and yellow figures stand in a verdant garden. The interplay of light and shadow creates a sense of movement, while the vibrant colors capture...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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The beach in San Sebastian, Spain, is a chaotic paradise. People fill the sand and water, walking around to show off their stylish beachwear, and playing betwee...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
1930s Post-Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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This impressionist painting invites a sense of quiet mystery. Artist Faye Vander Veer uses a muted palette with closely related values, allowing the warm sunlig...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Mixed Media
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A woman holding an umbrella crosses a street, pausing at a stop sign. The scene adds a touch of whimsy to the everyday, blending perspective and attitude in a p...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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A woman gazes sideways, her eyes twinkling. The black-and-white palette adds depth to her emotion. 1998–1999 marked a particularly tumultuous chapter for arti...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Mixed Media
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Fabric, Canvas, Acrylic, Mixed Media
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A young woman holds a telephone, stalling to relay the news to the person at the end of the line. Her focused gaze commands attention. Artist Mark Cudd used a l...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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This black and white close-up of a young woman exudes a quiet, mysterious charm. Her fingers rest gently on her lips and chin, while her expressive eyes hint at...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Abstract patterns adorn a seated woman in a contemplative silence. The contrast between the figure's bold colors and the serene pale pastel backdrop creates a...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
2010s American Modern Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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A boy and a bear sit back to back on a boat, one reading a book and the other blowing bubbles to a duck. Their quiet moment shows that friendship is a special k...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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A young woman relaxes into sleep, her tear-stained cheeks revealing the aftermath of a difficult conversation. The years 1998–1999 marked a particularly inten...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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A woman poses as a cactus flower, her form creating both balance and tension. The surreal positioning draws attention to the connection between humans and nat...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
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A graceful and ethereal figure stands with her back to the viewer. Centered in the composition, the woman is clad in a voluminous, soft lavender-white gown that...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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Artist Carey Parks depicts a woman walking along the streets of Soho. A yellow taxi passes in the background, compelling the viewer to explore the compositio...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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A young woman turns in quiet reflection, her expression hinting at a disappointing New Year’s celebration. Rendered in monochrome tones, her white blouse and ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Two figures stand close in an abstract forest, their forms blending with the trees. Directional brushstrokes capture the gentle sound of wind rustling through t...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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A figure lounges by the poolside, one knee raised and arms draped casually over it. The person radiates a relaxed, contemplative mood. With loose brushstrings...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Mark Cudd reflects on his experiences from 1998–1999 through his ongoing series of expressive portraits and symbolic imagery. This piece offers a windo...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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A young woman glances over her shoulder, her eyes radiating a mysterious gaze. She is out for the night, standing at an overlook of her town, taking in the view...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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1998–1999 marked a particularly tumultuous chapter for artist Mark Cudd. In this first installment of a 50-image series, he attempts to construct an honest ac...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Five birds gather around three women as fish float behind them. An upside-down umbrella perched on a railing heightens the scene’s surreal quality. In this pi...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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A woman named Danielle poses with her sculpture. Her face holds quiet contemplation. 1998–1999 marked a particularly tumultuous chapter for artist Mark Cudd. ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Based on a snapshot from the mid-1960s, this painting depicts a young boy spending the afternoon with his best friend. The beagle's alert eyes contrast with the...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Fabric, Canvas, Acrylic
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In this black and white portrait, artist Mark Cudd captures the quiet intensity of a suited man, his gaze fixed directly on the viewer. Referenced from a vintag...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Onelio Marrero lives just minutes from the New Jersey shore, where he and his wife enjoy long walks along the beach. In the quieter winter months, the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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Artist Robin Okun paints modernist abstract figures in cool shades of blue. The scene lights up with vibrant colors and patterns while maintaining a sense of ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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Set against the sleek lines of a modern cafe, this piece captures the quiet humanity behind the counter. The barista—mid-sip or lost in thought—becomes a fi...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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Inspired by family photos from the 1960s, the artwork depicts two sisters enjoying a quiet morning. One reads a newspaper while the other prepares her breakfa...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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"The Metropolitan Museum of Art in Manhattan has an extensive collection of Roman ancestral portrait busts," states artist Onelio Marrero. "Many art students ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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A cyclist navigates a winding road flanked by towering cliffs and stark shadows. No other riders, cars, or signs of human life—just one figure in motion. Ye...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Oil
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A woman glances sharply to her right, her expression poised between curiosity and caution. Rendered in stark black and white, the piece gives a timeless and cin...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
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