Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Cardboard, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
1950s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
1960s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Gouache, Archival Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Gary Leonard portrays a compelling figure of a woman with alluring red hair and a striking side profile. With her hands on her waist, she tilts her chin up in poised confidence. Gary captures her emotion with combined styles of realism and expressionism. The dark background creates a dramatic contrast and emphasizes the tonal palette making it appear to be three-dimensional. Pops of vibrant colors in teal, red, yellow, purple, and blue add points of interest and a dash of whimsy.
About the Artist
Through composition, color, texture and more, Gary Leonard celebrates beauty. His works start with the subject, but then he lets the work evolve into a more complex composition. Oftentimes, he enjoys merging figures with abstract images and varying textures. He hopes that his works will leave the viewer with a sense of warmth and peace. When he's not making art, he enjoys listening to music and learning how to play the piano.
Words that describe this painting: figurative, whimsical, oilpaint, realism, figurative, woman, people, hair, expressionism, fashion, vertical, expressionism, people, oil painting, black
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic, Archival Paper
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
1980s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil
1990s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic, Charcoal, Paper, Pencil
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic, Board
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil, Cardboard
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic, Archival Paper
1970s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic, Masonite
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Mixed Media, Oil, Canvas
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
"This painting is another composition that depicts a group of figures with graceful and fluid movements," says artist Nancy Hughes Miller. They sway their hips in unison with bare feet in light tiptoes. Their dresses glow with intricate floral adornments.
About the Artist
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: dance, music, figurative, figure, expressionism, movement, motion, wind...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Sharon Sieben presents a strong portrait of a woman in bright yellow, orange, and teal with defining black strokes. "It takes time to make a commitment,"...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Paper, Mixed Media
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
1960s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
India Ink, Mixed Media
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
"This painting is about three friends or siblings enjoying the sunshine," says artist Gail Ragains. "It bursts with California colors. Minimal on detail but a...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
1960s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Silver
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Relaxed and contemplative, a woman sits reclined with both legs tucked under. Artist Gail Ragains used broad strokes of color in a harmonious combination of t...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Paper, Acrylic, Mixed Media
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Paper, Acrylic
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic, Canvas, Mixed Media
1960s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic, Oil
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Cotton Canvas, Oil