21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Steel
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Paper, Acrylic
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Paper, Acrylic
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Steel
Artist Comments
The radiant warmth of sunset settles over a quiet harbor. Boats rest gently on still water as brilliant golds, oranges, and soft greens ripple across the sky and sea. Distant lights shimmer along the shoreline, adding a touch of evening calm.
About the Artist
Artist Aruna Rao paints impressionistic seascapes that capture the shimmer of light, the movement of water, and the quiet poetry of coastal life. "I am endlessly inspired by how light transforms a scene, softening the atmosphere and turning an ordinary moment into something unforgettable," says Aruna. Growing up in a literary family in India, she was surrounded by stories and art, which sparked her love of narrative and visual expression. After a 20-year career in IT, she returned to painting, earning an MFA with top honors from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. Living in Florida offers endless inspiration, from sunrise beaches and glowing horizons to quiet harbors and small human moments that evoke joy and nostalgia. Influenced by French Impressionists and contemporary coastal painters, Aruna creates luminous works that invite the viewer to pause, breathe, and rediscover the beauty of the present moment. When she is not painting, she enjoys beach walks, discovering music, watching films with her husband, and spending time with their two cats.
Words that describe this painting: sunset, harbor, sailboat, Brent Cotton...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
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Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Pop Art 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Wood, Maple, Screen
Artist Comments
Artist Aruna Rao captures the peaceful stillness of a sunlit dune path leading toward the open sea. Warm grasses glow in the gentle light, while a soft sky and ...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Oil
Pop Art 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
LED Light, Neon Light
Artist Comments
Artist John Jaster captures a Southwestern landscape framed by two towering saguaro cacti and a dry creek bed winding through weathered cliffs. Vivid green and ...
Pop Art 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Acrylic
Pop Art 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
LED Light, Neon Light
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero captures a father and son discussing artwork in a gallery at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He loves visiting museums as much for the pat...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Ceramic
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Textile, Cotton
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Paper, Acrylic
Artist Comments
This contemporary painting of Boulders Beach presents a stylized, painterly interpretation of the coast. On the left, a rocky cliff descends toward the beach, m...
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Acrylic
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Paper, Acrylic
Artist Comments
A stream winds between green fields, with a small patch of white in its blue water reflecting the clouds above. Trees in the distance add vertical contrast, whi...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Acrylic
Pop Art 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Color
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Wool
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Paper, Acrylic
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Adhesive, Color
Artist Comments
Soft light hits two peaks, casting soft, blue shadows on the cliffs below. In the foreground, a meadow lights up with small, dancing trees. The composition and ...
Expressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
A powerful buffalo strides into view, its massive form radiating strength and dignity. In this oil painting, artist Karen Barton captures not only the animal’...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Cotton, Paper, Mixed Media, Screen
Abstract Expressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Acrylic
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Lithograph, Offset
21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Oil
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Acrylic, Glitter
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
A golden light sweeps across the lowlands as the sun sets. Warm hues of ochre, red, and green sparkle in the last light of day. A path meanders past the pond an...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Steel
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Acrylic, Canvas
Artist Comments
This oil painting captures the quiet beauty of a Florida marsh. Palm trees and billowing clouds add depth and balance to the composition. Artist Kent Sullivan u...
Realist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Abstract Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Artist Comments
A woman sits outside a Philadelphia bistro, reading her book. The bright morning light shines through the establishment's windows, revealing a glimpse of its i...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Street Art 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Lithograph
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Acrylic
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Acrylic
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Paper, Acrylic
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
The painting shows a docent in the interior of Fonthill Castle in Pennsylvania. The entire castle features exquisite handmade tiles embedded in the concrete con...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Copper
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
The moon casts a soft glow over the snowy landscape. A jackrabbit’s sudden flight disrupts the stillness of the winter night. Gentle strokes and muted tones...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero captures a moment inside an antiques shop, where a man browses lamps, pictures, and replicas of Frederic Remington bronzes. The interior i...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Wood
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Cast Stone, Granite
Street Art 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Stone
Photorealist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil, Board
Photorealist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil, Board
Modern 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Porcelain, Canvas
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Steel, Metal
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero depicts the bustling energy of Midtown Manhattan traffic, looking south on a rainy afternoon. Dashing yet precise brushstrokes convey move...
Impressionist 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Lithograph, Offset
Artist Comments
Artist McGarren Flack captures a seated male figure. The subject's thoughtful pose and warm skin contrast with the contemporary cropping of a gray background....
Contemporary 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Oil
Abstract 21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Canvas, Acrylic
