Square More Art
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Soft strokes capture the atmospheric view of Molokini and the ever-changing sky of Maui. The pastel clouds shift constantly above the blue water. Artist Karen E...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
2010s Pop Art More Art
LED Light, Neon Light
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist More Art
Canvas, Color
Artist Comments
Tall pine trees stand tall in the foreground, while the ocean waves of Monterey Bay blend into the cloudy sky in the background. Red, yellow, and white flower...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
2010s Paintings
Canvas, Oil
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
A spring thaw creates a stream tumbling down the side of snow-covered mountains. Red flowers bloom among the rocks and trees, bringing warmth to the scene. Th...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Landscape Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A classic American room takes on a stylized form, with a central fireplace anchoring the composition. The altered perspective and colors enhance the artistic am...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Pop Art Mixed Media
Felt
2010s More Art
Canvas, Oil
2010s Pop Art More Art
LED Light, Neon Light
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Gold Leaf
2010s Street Art Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
Inspired by her garden, artist Judy Mackey photographed a pink rose and painted it up close. She used a palette knife to apply thick, textured strokes. The re...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
1990s Contemporary Mixed Media
Thread, Cotton, Textile, Mixed Media
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Graphite
Artist Comments
Yellow lilies and pink carnations fill a glass vase resting at the edge of a wooden table. Textured brushstrokes bring the floral arrangement to life, while pastel colors add warmth. The composition exudes a sense of joy and freshness.
About the Artist
Artist Samuel Pretorius' paintings evoke a quiet nostalgia. Each brushstroke suggests a shape, a landscape, or a subject—letting the memory of the viewer fill in the details. He invariably works with photographs, creating representations of actual locations he documents, and enjoys making bold brush movements that capture the essence of his subject in the fewest marks possible. "My paintings are best described as 'suggestionistic.' I aim to create fleeting images that you long to see again, a place that you will never forget, or one you yearn to visit," says Samuel. Originally from South Africa, he comes from a family of artists who encouraged him early to paint and draw. In primary school, his work was included in a national exhibition at the Pretoria Art Museum. While growing up, his art education came from exhibiting at local art galleries, participating in open markets and plein air painting events, and joining monthly exhibitions. Recently becoming a US citizen, Samuel decided to dedicate a portion of his study to his home studio to fulfill his passion for painting. This well-lit area, often supervised by his Siamese cat, allows him to paint any time of the day. Outside the creative industry, Samuel enjoys exploring the world's beauty and creating code as a software developer.
Words that describe this painting: flower, floral, vase, bouquet, lily, carnation, pastel, bouquet, painterly, impressionism, still life, flora, acrylic painting, pink
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
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Three colorful fihes swim against a bright orange background. Artist John McCabe originally created the piece to accompany the live recording of the band "Goo...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Ink, Spray Paint, Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Prints and Multiples
Canvas, Digital
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Art
Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
A pink house with blue shutters opens into a backyard with a profusion of colorful flowers. A patio with a tiny table and two blue wooden chairs offers an intim...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Interior Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Prints and Multiples
Canvas, Digital
Artist Comments
Ocean waves crash in warm hues of red and yellow under a violet evening glow in this expressionist seascape by artist George Peebles. He conveys a calm and dr...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist More Art
Oil
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic, Pencil, Color Pencil
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Early 19th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Paper, Watercolor
20th Century Assemblage Mixed Media
Glass, Wood, Paper
Artist Comments
Fresh strawberries with a glass of sweet orange juice make a quaint breakfast scene. Textured strokes and raw application of paint exude freshness and spontan...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Artist Comments
Subtle blue and green striations depict swaying reeds in a tranquil refuge pond. The brushstrokes create a mosaic-like image and a sense of gentle movement. Lay...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Glitter, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Art
Cotton, Screen
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Late 20th Century Abstract Impressionist More Art
Paper
2010s Pop Art More Art
Canvas, Color
2010s Pop Art More Art
Canvas, Color
2010s Pop Art More Art
Canvas, Color
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Landscape Paintings
Oil, Canvas
2010s Pop Art More Art
Canvas, Color
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Acrylic, Board, Pencil, Color Pencil, Ink
Artist Comments
A solitary cloud in a bright blue sky stretches over the sea. The water meets the shore with small waves rolling in. The grass adds texture in the foreground. H...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist More Art
Oil
Early 2000s Color-Field Landscape Prints
Mixed Media, Lithograph, Offset
2010s Abstract Expressionist More Art
Canvas, Color
2010s Abstract Expressionist More Art
Canvas, Color
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Artist Nancy Jadatz has a keen interest in working with color and capturing the effects of light as it reflects on the water's sur...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Robert Hofherr captures a waterfront view of Castine, Maine, in a Fauvist style. He highlights essential details, emphasizing expressive brushwork and ...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Judy Mackey paints an impressionist still life of a bright red daisy in a vase. "I happened on a Gerber Daisy that had a bro...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Oil
2010s Pop Art Still-life Paintings
Acrylic, Wood Panel
Artist Comments
Artist Jessica JH Roller spent time in South Florida Beach, where numerous species of crabs roam on the shore, lagoon, and bike trail. Jessica depicted them i...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Animal Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Wood
