Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
ABSTRACT STYLE
Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.
Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.
Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.
Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.
Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.
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Style: Abstract
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Bursts of Creativity
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This artwork makes part of my small collection of abstract paintings created in various soft neutral earth tones. Main colors of this collection are grey, brown, suede, black, white....
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
"Summer bouquets and summer fruits"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In this abstract floral artwork I experience the world of nature through the bright colors of a summer period.
While painting, I sought to capture the beauty of summer flowers and ...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Acrylic
"Water lilies"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In my art practice I love to use bright colors which boldly contrast with complementary colors so I could get unusual original compositions and structures.
The objective of this ar...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
Stormy Times, Painting, Watercolor on Canvas
By Gesa Reuter
Located in Yardley, PA
One of my mixed ink and watercolor paintings done in the colors of Ukraine that I see everywhere now. The times are rough and demanding for us all with democracy being threatened, a ...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Deep - abstract painting, made in black, grey color
By Mila Akopova
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with india ink in black and grey color on Yupo paper. The work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed with a styrene face on a mat board in w...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, India Ink
Abstract Exploration
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This artwork makes part of my small collection of abstract paintings created in various soft neutral earth tones. Main colors of this collection are grey, brown, suede, black, white....
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
'Beyond your brilliant mind’, watercolour, abstract philosophical quote
Located in Lahti, FI
Original artwork, watercolour and pencil on paper by the multifaceted Finnish artist and holistic interior architect Emmi Granlund, also known as EMMI IIDA for her music with healing...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Pencil
"The Vividness of Colors"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In this abstract floral artwork I experience the world of nature through the bright colors of a summer period.
While painting, I sought to capture the beauty of summer flowers whic...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Stripe Drawing #15" Contemporary Original Abstract Drawing
Located in Roselle Park, NJ
My drawings and paintings are an examination of three major elements - color, surface and mark making. These nonrepresentational pieces give me the freedom to concentrate on and inve...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
Untitled (Inspired by a Chinese scroll painting)
By Peter Marks
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Untitled (Inspired by a Chinese scroll painting)
Collage with ink on 6 paper elements
Unsigned
Provenance: Estate of the Artist
Condition: Excellent
Image size: 4 x 12 inches
Support...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink
"Woman sleeping on couch"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This painting dedicated to "Women" series is a special one since it is all about my strong deep personal transformation as an artist. This transformation was based on the expansion ...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
Contemporary Watercolor Painting, 'Design for Sculpture', c. 2000 by David Ruth
By David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Tablescape IV (Abstract Framed Gouache Drawing on Paper in Beige, Blue, Red)
By James O'Shea
Located in Hudson, NY
Abstract gouache on paper drawing in a palette of beige and soft blue with accents of sienna red and dusty yellow
Created by Hudson ...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled
By Peter Marks
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Untitled (Circles)
Graphite on wove paper, 2007
Unsigned
Provenance: Estate of the Artist
Condition: Excellent
Sheet/Image size: 16 15/16 x 14 inches
Peter Marks (1935 -2010)
Pete...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Graphite
Abstract Watercolor Painting, 'Design for Light', c. 2000 by David Ruth
By David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Abstract Expressionist British Original Watercolor Painting Shapes Patterns
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Composition (c.2022)
by Robert Somerton, British, born 1972.
ink/ watercolor on art paper, unframed
size: 12.5 x 9.5 inches
condition: excellent
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor
"Summer table"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In this abstract floral artwork I experience the world of nature through the bright colors of a summer period.
While painting, I sought to capture the beauty of summer flowers whic...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Luminosity"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In my art practice I love to use bright colors which boldly contrast with complementary colors so I could get unusual original compositions and structures.
The objective of this ar...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Wonderful floral glow"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In this abstract floral artwork I experience the world of nature through the bright colors of a summer period.
While painting, I sought to capture the beauty of summer flowers whic...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
'Recognise the emotion’, watercolour, abstract philosophical quote
Located in Lahti, FI
Original artwork, watercolour and pencil on paper by the multifaceted Finnish artist and holistic interior architect Emmi Granlund, also known as EMMI IIDA for her music with healing...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Pencil
’Your purpose is revealed’, watercolour, elegant, abstract philosophical quote
Located in Lahti, FI
Original artwork, watercolour and pencil on paper by the multifaceted Finnish artist and holistic interior architect Emmi Granlund, also known as EMMI IIDA for her music with healing...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Pencil, Paper
Spring Rain, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
By Emily Redd
Located in Yardley, PA
Watercolor on paper :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Loc...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
"Splendid colors"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In my art practice I love to use bright colors which boldly contrast with complementary colors so I could get unusual original compositions and structures.
The objective of this ar...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
’A child can teach you everything’, watercolour, abstract philosophical quote
Located in Lahti, FI
Original artwork, watercolour and pencil on paper by the multifaceted Finnish artist and holistic interior architect Emmi Granlund, also known as EMMI IIDA for her music with healing...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Pencil
Deep II - abstract painting, made in black, grey color
By Mila Akopova
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Interior design paintings. The work was done with india ink in black and grey color on Yupo paper. The work is 11 by 14 inches in size, framed with a styrene face on a mat board in w...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, India Ink
Untitled 4 by RJ Raizk, REP by Tuleste Factory
By RJ Raizk
Located in New York, NY
RJ's process consists of applications in the form of repetitive and free flowing strokes to create works that are complex structurally but rhythmic visually. Much can be interpreted ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Watercolor, Archival Paper
’The Guidance Lives In You’, watercolour, elegant, abstract philosophical quote
Located in Lahti, FI
Original artwork by the multifaceted Finnish artist and holistic interior architect Emmi Granlund, also known as EMMI IIDA for her music with healing frequencies and ethereal, philos...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Pencil
Invincible, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
By Emily Redd
Located in Yardley, PA
Watercolor on paper. Apologies about the 2nd photo, the image is correct on my end, but there aren't any options to rotate after uploading. Please contact me if other images are nee...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
"D.O.S.E."
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
“When beauty and art heal us”
Several recent observations in neuroimaging have proven the effects of contemplation which, by stimulating certain brain regions, activate the reward ...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
Entity (10) by RJ Raizk, REP by Tuleste Factory
By RJ Raizk
Located in New York, NY
RJ's process consists of applications in the form of repetitive and free flowing strokes to create works that are complex structurally but rhythmic visually. Much can be interpreted ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Watercolor, Archival Paper
Untitled 3 22, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
By Emily Redd
Located in Yardley, PA
Watercolor on paper :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Loc...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Abstract Expressionist British Original Watercolor Painting Shapes Patterns
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Composition (c.2022)
by Robert Somerton, British, born 1972.
ink/ watercolor on art paper, unframed
size: 9.5 x 12.5 inches
condition: excellent
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor
"Energy of Nature"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In this abstract floral artwork I experience the world of nature through the bright colors of spring.
While painting, I sought to capture the beauty of nature which is full of diffe...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Corridor, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
By Emily Redd
Located in Yardley, PA
Watercolor on paper :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Loc...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Fire not lost, Drawing, Charcoal on Paper
By Emily Redd
Located in Yardley, PA
Charcoal on paper, matte fix :: Drawing :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signa...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Charcoal
Abstract Expressionist British Original Watercolor Painting Shapes Patterns
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Composition (c.2022)
by Robert Somerton, British, born 1972.
ink/ watercolor on art paper, unframed
size: 12.5 x 9.5 inches
condition: excellent
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor
Cliffs, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
By Emily Redd
Located in Yardley, PA
Watercolor on paper :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Loc...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Stb01-Contemporary, Abstract, Minimalism, Modern, Pop art, Geometric, Acrylic
Located in London, London
Stfk097, 1997
His work has been shown in Reina Sofía Museum of Madrid, Royal Academy of London, Arco Madrid, Pinta Art Fair, London, London Art Fair, The Other Art Fair, London, an...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Pencil
Abstract Expressionist British Original Watercolor Painting Provence France
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Composition (c.2022)
by Robert Somerton, British, born 1972.
ink/ watercolor on art paper, unframed
size: 9.5 x 12.5 inches
condition: excellent
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor
Abstract Expressionist British Original Watercolor Painting Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Composition (c.2022)
by Robert Somerton, British, born 1972.
ink/ watercolor on art paper, unframed
size: 9.5 x 12.5 inches
condition: excellent
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor
Bricks, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
By Emily Redd
Located in Yardley, PA
Watercolor on paper :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Loc...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Abstract Watercolor Painting, 'Design for Sculpture', 2022 by David Ruth
By David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Stripe Drawing #17" Contemporary Original Abstract Drawing
Located in Roselle Park, NJ
My drawings and paintings are an examination of three major elements - color, surface and mark making. These nonrepresentational pieces give me the freedom to concentrate on and inve...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
Untitled 2 22, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
By Emily Redd
Located in Yardley, PA
Watercolor on paper :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Loc...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Abstract Expressionist British Original Watercolor Painting Shapes Patterns
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Composition (c.2022)
by Robert Somerton, British, born 1972.
ink/ watercolor on art paper, unframed
size: 9.5 x 12.5 inches
condition: excellent
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor
Abstract Expressionist British Original Watercolor Painting Shapes Patterns
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Composition (c.2022)
by Robert Somerton, British, born 1972.
ink/ watercolor on art paper, unframed
size: 9.5 x 12.5 inches
condition: excellent
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor
Abstract Watercolor Painting, 'Design for Light', c. 2000 by David Ruth
By David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Abstract Expressionist British Original Watercolor Painting Shapes Patterns
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Composition (c.2022)
by Robert Somerton, British, born 1972.
ink/ watercolor on art paper, unframed
size: 9.5 x 12.5 inches
condition: excellent
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor
Abstract Watercolor Painting, 'Design for Light', c. 2000 by David Ruth
By David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a contemporary abstract watercolor painting by artist David Ruth. This series of paintings often feature bright colors and vibrant layouts that draw the viewer in. They are c...
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
"Stripe Drawing #12" Contemporary Original Abstract Drawing
Located in Roselle Park, NJ
My drawings and paintings are an examination of three major elements - color, surface and mark making. These nonrepresentational pieces give me the freedom to concentrate on and inve...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
"Floral Adventure"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In my abstract artworks I manipulate paints without a preconceived plan as I am guided by what I want to express at the moment by embracing the quality of the materials to get unusu...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
"Stripe Drawing #14" Contemporary Original Abstract Drawing
Located in Roselle Park, NJ
My drawings and paintings are an examination of three major elements - color, surface and mark making. These nonrepresentational pieces give me the freedom to concentrate on and inve...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
Chroma VII - Claw, Painting, Watercolor on Other
Located in Yardley, PA
2022 / 16 x 20 / Metallic watercolor and pen on black Canson illustration board Abstract metallic bubbles form a composition derived from dream state, representative of a hybrid b...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Entity (9) by RJ Raizk, REP by Tuleste Factory
By RJ Raizk
Located in New York, NY
RJ's process consists of applications in the form of repetitive and free flowing strokes to create works that are complex structurally but rhythmic visually. Much can be interpreted ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Watercolor, Archival Paper
Entity (7) by RJ Raizk, REP by Tuleste Factory
By RJ Raizk
Located in New York, NY
RJ's process consists of applications in the form of repetitive and free flowing strokes to create works that are complex structurally but rhythmic visually. Much can be interpreted ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Watercolor, Archival Paper
REVERIE AT THE MARSH OF EPISY
Located in THOMERY, FR
This series of paintings is inspired by the relationship between the artist and the Fontainebleau forest region. Here we're talking about the Episy marsh, a sensitive, protected natu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Pastel, Watercolor, Handmade Paper
"Capturing the beauty of nature"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
In my art practice I love to use bright colors which boldly contrast with complementary colors so I could get unusual original compositions and structures.
The objective of this ar...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor
"Fusion"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This painting makes part of my series dedicated to the scenes of a summer period.
This abstract vibrant floral painting called "Fusion" is done in a modern contemporary expressive s...
Category
2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
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