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What is dot painting called?
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Pointillism is a painting technique which uses small dots of color to create an image when examined from afar. The technique was developed by Georges Seurat and Paul Signac, branching off from Impressionism.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Pointillism is a style of painting or printmaking using dots or squares to create a larger image. The viewers brain connects the dots of color to see the larger image intended by the artist. "Dot painting" by Australian Aboriginal artists is also included in this style of art.
Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021
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Colourful Modern British Painting Blossom Trees Polka Dots
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Contemporary British artist, 21st century
oil on board, framed
framed: 22 x 14.5 inches
board: 19.5
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,628 Sale Price
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Colourful Modern British Painting Dots & Spots Summer Colors Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Contemporary British artist, 21st century
oil on board, framed
framed: 15 x 23 inches
board: 10 x
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,628 Sale Price
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"Dot Dot" Contemporary Colorful Abstract Mixed Media Interior Space Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary colorful painting by Houston-based artist Jessica Simorte. The work features a central
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Color Pencil
Dotted, Oil Painting
By Mary Pratt
Located in San Francisco, CA
, fashion, contemporary, oil painting, greyDottedMary PrattOil painting on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"The Oval" Contemporary Colorful Geometric Abstract Circle & Dot Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary geometric oval painting by Texas-based artist Tina Ruyi. The work features colorful
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"Dripping Dots - Manhattan" Colorful Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
very unique pattern. The artist uses thick textured oils to add a very contemporary, urban feel. The
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
