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A warm and vibrant display of orange and yellow flowers in vases, with fruits, cutlery, and wine by artist James Hartman. A painting hangs against the red wall while a view of another room peeks from the left. Part of James' series of interiors using collage, beeswax, and oil paints. "My process is by experiment since the ancient art of encaustics was once lost," shares James. He fuses the pigment into beeswax giving them permanence, preserving the vibrant colors. "I like to begin the process by collaging antique...

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A burst of vibrant colors falls on the slopes and trees of this expressionistic landscape. Artist James Hartman layers beeswax over a collage of 100-year-old vintage paper...

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A glowing semi-abstract depiction of the Chicago Riverwalk in the early evening. Artist Yangzi Xu paints with both tonal and striking cool colors, highlighted...

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A colorful view with vibrant gardens of pink and orange blooms flourish amidst a serene body of water. Artist Colette Wirz Nauke takes inspiration from the wa...

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Fiery trees tower over a path that opens up to a sparkling hidden beach. Artist James Hartman rendered this piece by first creating his own cradled panel. He ...

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Artist Judy Mackey created this expressive semi-abstract garden view while thinking about the new flowers springing up from the ground and the daylight-saving...

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"The house right at the neighborhood entrance," says Laura. "Never been occupied - it looks so moody at certain time of the day. Love the style and its rustiness, the light on the front of the house and shadow on the ground."

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Laura begins the painting process by taking multiple photographs, which she then combines and sketches into one composition. She takes a spontaneous approach to color, and often finds that her final paintings are quite different than her original intentions. As such, her color palette is vibrant and at times unexpected. Laura’s artwork is executed with stylized modernism, featuring heavy outlines and dramatic shadows. Much of her subject matter is architectural. “I especially like historical buildings in my area,” says Laura. “I am fascinated by the geometric shapes of the old buildings, their varieties and repetitions, their dramatic color contrast. To me, their simple structures have personality and dignity.” Laura works best when her studio is clean and well organized, and finds inspiration in the “miles of good paintings” hanging in the world’s great museums.

Words that describe this painting: house, neighborhood, expressionism, architecture, expressionism, representational, acrylic painting, blue

Moody Blue House...

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Pulled from her imagination, artist Ruth-Anne Siegel interprets a rich purple flower that pulses with vibrancy. Layering color and glazes, Ruth selects a glowing palette of cerulean blue, orange, and magenta. Soft shadows immerse the composition in drama, enhancing the electric presence of the petals.

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Ruth-Anne Siegel's vibrant floral paintings flow from memory and her love of music. As she works, she references her own photographs and sketchbook, and draws energy from the sounds of Etta James...

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"I decided to lean into the suggestive pose of the figure," shares artist Sumner Crenshaw, "creating a work that radiates with confident sensuality and femini...

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"She seemed to be perfectly content in her thoughts," shares artist Sharon Sieben. A vibrant nude sits in an expressive pose with knees pulled up to her chest...

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"No matter where they are, a flower is a flower!" says artist Sharon Sieben. She offers an expressive portrait of a hummingbird attracted to a blooming flower...

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A cluster of butterflies beckons a young woman. Artist Sharon Sieben used graphite and acrylic paint to create this expressionistic portrait. With Sharon's th...

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A blaze of color warms sunset clouds. "It was early autumn and the leaves turned into yellow, orange, and pink, but some were still very green," explains arti...

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A small bright yellow bird closely perches beside a young woman. Artist Sharon Sieben rendered this expressionist portrait with thick painterly strokes and fragments of dispersed bright colors. The woman, caught in a moment of thought, stands before a lightly shaded background while she entertains the personal visit.

About the Artist
Sharon Sieben prefers working in a loose, fluid technique and finds inspiration in the most unexpected things. Her parents bought her a set of oil paints when she was ten years old and it sparked her love of art. She especially admires the work of Impressionist artists such as Paul Cezanne because of how they broke tradition. When she's not making art, she enjoys reading and playing classical guitar and piano. She currently lives in Arizona.

Words that describe this painting: portrait, face, expressionism, bird, woman, expressionism, people, acrylic painting, blue

Bird Song...

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"The minimalistic approach in colors creates a slightly solemn look of bare trees," shares artist Julia Hacker. "They appear ready to embrace the coming winte...

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A strong gazelle turns to regard the viewer, with a brilliant landscape drawing the eye into the distance. "There will always be favor when walking on the pat...

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"A young woman appears in an abstracted flowery dress on a very luminous background," explains artist Diana Elena Chelaru. "Tones of greens, yellow, and blue cr...

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A glowing fall landscape under a soft blue sky. In the foreground, the lines of a freshly plowed field lead to the colorful stand of trees on the horizon. George is known for his dramatic landscapes and panoramic ocean vistas. He enjoys painting brief, electric moments in nature. George draws on his surroundings in Michigan but ultimately paints entirely from his imagination.

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George Peebles is an award-winning artist specializing in contemporary landscape oils. His paintings are characterized by their pleasing combination of brilliant hues and rich skies. He describes his art as a reflection of the place inside each of us where we connect to nature. Painted from memory, each stroke is an inward expression of his emotions. George views his work as a lifelong process that leads him to new concepts and ideas best expressed on his canvas.

Words that describe this painting: fall, autumn, landscape, trees, field, sky, clouds, nature, expressionism, landscape, representational, oil painting, orange

Brilliant Colors...

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"This painting looks like a place I saw in my dream," says artist Naoko Tadotsu. "It was a large forest, filled with bright warm light. Birds were singing mer...

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Artist George Peebles offers a meditative view of the ocean in this expressionist scene. Rich turquoise waters guide the eye to a violet sky punctuated by sof...

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This expressive landscape was painted during one of artist Rebecca Klementovich's painting retreats on an island in Maine. "The sunsets were unbelievable," says Rebecca. "If you have ever been to a place where each night was spectacular when watching the sun fade into the horizon, you know what I painted here."

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Artist Rebecca Klementovich paints expressionist views of the New England landscape. Merging her lifelong interest in fashion, she co-founded the group Femme Fatales of the North. "We are painting in gowns on the tops of mountains and slapping paint on canvases," says Rebecca. "We are an example of who the northern women are as artists." Her colorful palette and gestural style draw influence from her long career in the fashion world. Rebecca studied fashion illustration at FIT in New York and worked as a textile designer and art director for over twenty years. After leaving New York, she moved to northern New Hampshire near Mount Washington. "The mountains are nostalgic and lyrical, and this greatly affected my landscapes." Today, she spends many hours observing the fields, forest and sky, and the changing seasons.

Words that describe this painting: sunset, ocean, coast, landscape, trees, sky, water, expressionism, colorful, cliff, expressionism, landscape, representational, acrylic painting, orange

Coral Sun...

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"This bold and colorful artwork shows a woman full of color and a wild afro," says artist Asha Hanna. "The piece was created based o...

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Artist Mitch Davis-Mann offers an imaginary depiction of what water might look like on Mars. Mitch created a lively scene with multiple points of interest. A ...

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A glowing spring sunset along Highway 1 in Big Sur. "I was inspired by the bounty of California coastal wildflowers," says Kajal Zaveri. "They are a treat for...

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An abstract garden scene with purple, blue, and white flowers dancing on a backdrop of fresh greens. Part of a series of small-scale works inspired by the bright colors and lively motifs of spring.

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Romanian-born painter Diana Chelaru’s paintings are colorful and contemporary interpretations of human emotion. For Diana, art is a means of communication. “It is how I express my thoughts, hopes, regrets and joys,” she says. Though she gets great pleasure from applying paint to canvas, it is the expression of emotions that she finds to be most important. Diana’s style is influenced by Byzantine mosaics as well as Gustav Klimt’s subject matter and use of decorative patterns within his compositions. Each artwork is created intuitively, resulting in paintings that speak to the soul.

Words that describe this painting: flowers, floral, patterns, abstract, garden, spring, expressionism, flora, acrylic painting, green

Purple Flower...

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Modern blue and white flowers sparkle among wave-like patterns flowing in the background. Part of a series of small-scale works inspired by the bright colors ...

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Abstract blue and white flowers intermingle with free-forming violet patterns, reminiscent of underwater life. Part of a series of small-scale works inspired ...

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"The universe has its plan for you," says artist Mitch Davis-Mann. "You are at its mercy, just like a ship is to the sea. This piece depicts a woman falling...

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Artist Drew McSherry created this piece to represent his conflicted view of Catholicism. "The figure is dressed in the elegant gown of a pope but its facial f...

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A single lotus blossom gracefully spreads over a background of serene dark blue. "I created this painting after reading some interesting history and meanings of the lotus flower," shares artist DL Watson. "The Blue Lotus...

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"This painting captures my passion for color and music," shares artist Robin Okun. Using expressive blues and a pop of gold, Robin employs pattern and simplicit...

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A flowing, expressionist portrait of woman lost in dance and embracing the promise of a new day. "I created this painting as 2020 drew to a close and 2021 daw...

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An expressionist portrait of a woman set in a deep tonal space. Her features are kept anonymous as she moves forward toward the cool, clear light. The piece i...

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"I've chosen one of my favorite painting vantage points on the Bay Area mountain Mt. Diablo," shares artist James Hartman. "The cows are just about to enter t...

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"I was inspired by the music of Chopin and the marriage of textures juxtaposed with the figure," shares artist Ryan Pickart. A del...

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In this modernist nude portrait, artist Robin Okun highlights the soft curves of the body against the structure of the space, adding expression with a subtle ...