21st Century and Contemporary More Art

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Based on artist Onelio Marrero's sketches, the scene depicts a Manhattan avenue looking south on a winter night. The brushwork captures the bustling energy of...

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An enormous wave crashes against a buttress of weathered stone. It signals a storm brewing in the cold ocean depths despite the cloudless, calm sky. The winds...

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A path slopes upward toward the mountains in the French countryside. Spontaneous and bold strokes suggest movement among the foliage as if rustling with the win...

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A serene view of the Pacific Ocean unfolds from Highway 1 along the California coastline. Layers of wet-on-wet brushwork capture the drifting cloud patterns and...

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Artist Lisa Elley draws inspiration from the vibrant blooms and wildflowers that come to life in the spring. The light enhances the bouquet of white poppies, cr...

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A herd of bison descends a mist-shrouded mountain, embodying majesty and resilience. Erratic brushstrokes and bold applications of paint create a dynamic visu...

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Artist Janet Dyer shows a verdant landscape in Provence near the home of her good friend. Mountains tower in the distance creating a striking panoramic view. ...

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A Massachusetts park in winter is reimagined with vibrant color and expressive brushstrokes. The cool-toned palette predominates, while the use of color adds ...

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Tall, dark evergreens border a winding dirt path that cuts through lush fields. A recent storm cleared the air, leaving it fresh and still. Softly-colored cloud...

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Artist Onelio Marrero spends much of his summers happily gardening and caring for his pond. There are also several others within walking distance from his hom...

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Artist Mary Pratt depicts water lilies and lily pads, gently floating on a serene pond. Surrounding the water, dense foliage in various shades of green and ye...

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An abandoned house stands in solitude atop a mountain, its peeling paint and broken roof telling stories of time gone by. Wildflowers scatter around. Twisted tr...

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Artist Janet Dyer illustrates a lovely spring day in Provence with flourishing pear, cherry, and almond trees. She captures the essence of the season with a v...

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A banjo rests on a sunlit step beside a glass of wine and a bouquet of flowers. A weathered wooden door and cracked wall behind it add rustic charm. Rich, class...

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A delicate floral arrangement features a vibrant mix of blue, pink, and white hydrangeas against a soft, muted background. Light gently illuminates the flowers,...

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Sunlight bathes a quaint village scene along the Camino de Santiago, highlighting the warm terracotta roofs of the farmhouses. Shadows play across the buildin...

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A nighttime scene shows an In-N-Out Burger with a few people eating inside the brightly lit restaurant. Several cars are parked outside. The outdoor tables with colorful umbrellas are empty. The red and yellow neon lighting infuses the scene with a festive atmosphere.

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Artist John Jaster paints in a style he describes as realistic impressions, capturing colorful views of his adventures across the Americas. "People always ask me how I get such deep brilliant colors," says John. "The answer is layers. Since acrylic paint dries mostly transparent, it requires multiple layers of paint to build up to a specific color. With the right lighting that depth of layering is like sunshine glistening through clear water." In college, John felt a pull towards computer science and pursued a career in software architecture. Although the two paths...

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Artist Kent Sullivan expresses a marshland drenched in a warm sunset. "In the Evening crickets start to chirp and the glow of lat...

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A fall landscape at sunset, with golden clouds rushing across the expansive sky. "Northern New Mexico is known for mythical light, sculptural land forms and d...

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A lone figure in a kimono crosses a picturesque bridge within the Daigoji Temple grounds in Kyoto, Japan. Autumn leaves float gently on the tranquil pond, sho...

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"A vision of palm trees and the cool turquoise Pacific Ocean together creates the vibe of California, unlike any other place," states artist Suren Nersisyan. ...

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A narrow river winds along a snow-covered forest floor, with slender trees casting shadows across the ground. Painted in shades of blue, the scene evokes the ...

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Artist Mary Pratt described the low country marsh as her favorite place to paint. In this piece, she simplified the greens of the landscape by capturing the s...

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Artist Janet Dyer shows a stand of trees on a winter landscape. Earthy tones provide a contrast to the sheets of white. "I never know when I'll happen on some...