Oil Pastel Portrait Paintings

A work by contemporary African-American artist Bai (Carl Karni-Bain) a portrait of a black indigenous Indian chief. Acrylic, oil pastel, and ballpoint pen, The Black Indian Chief, 20...

This artwork makes part of my new period in my artistic expression. This painting dedicated to "Women" series is a special one since it is all about my strong deep personal transfor...

Donald Stacy "Purple Head" c.1950s Gouache and oil pastel on paper 13.75" x 17" unframed Unsigned Came from artist's estate Donald Stacy (1925-2008) New Jersey Studied: Newark School of Fine Art The Art Students League Pratt Graphic Arts Center University of Paris 1953-54 University of Aix-en-Provence 1954-55 Faculty: Art Department of the New School Museum of Modern Art School of Visual Arts Stacy Studio Workshop Exhibitions: Grand Central Moderns George Wittenborn The New School Print Exhibitions, Chicago University of Oklahoma Honolulu Museum Monclair Museum Wisconsin State College Louisiana Art Commission Philadelphia Print...

Valerie Etitinwo's unique approach to abstract figurative painting celebrates the unconventional beauty found in imperfection and awkwardness. The Nigerian-Swiss artist uses bold col...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

This contemporary figurative portrait of a young Frida Kahlo, titled Frida's Resilient Bloom, was meticulously crafted by French artist Natalya Mougenot using Sennelier oil pastels o...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

This vibrant and dynamic artwork " Boy on his scooter " captures an essence of playful spontaneity and youthful exuberance. The piece, rendered in a vivid palette of bold primary a...

Erin Hammond is a contemporary abstract expressionist artist whose free-form paintings capture the essence of her inner, subjective realities. With a vibrant palette and dynamic mark...

Inspired by her background in fashion, Atlanta, Georgia-based artist Lindsey McCord creates artworks that encapsulate the fun of being stylish and the a...

In this vibrant portrayal, I've merged multiple art styles to capture an explosion of emotions. By layering acrylics, watercolors, and colored pencils, I've created a textured harmon...

5197 Italian oil pastel of a young girl with pigtails

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

Erin Hammond is a contemporary abstract expressionist artist whose free-form paintings capture the essence of her inner, subjective realities. With a vibrant palette and dynamic mark...

In this artwork, I've interwoven realism and surrealism with expressionistic strokes to bring to life a profound narrative. Using the tactile qualities of pastel, colored pencil, and...

Embodied within this piece is a dance of textures and hues, a fusion of realism's clarity with surrealism's dreaminess, expressionistic emotion, and the delicate play of light charac...

In creating this piece, I delved deep into the fusion of realism and surrealism; I wanted to capture the raw essence of the subject while wrapping it in a dreamlike aura. Pastels, pe...

In this artwork, I explored the human gaze using pastel, pencil, and colored pencils, blending realism with surreal touches. The eyes, a window to the soul, reflect deep emotions, pe...

Portrait of a young boy and his dog in oil pastel on paper on linen by Maurice B. Rosenbaum (American, 1868-1942) An American portrait painter form New York. Notable paintings includ...

The portrait shows Mme Silvestre. Born in Paris, Silvestre was the daughter of Charles-Antoine Hérault and his wife Marie-Geneviève, who were her first teachers. In 1706 she married the painter Louis de Silvestre, moving with him in 1716 to Dresden. The couple's daughter Marie-Maximilienne became a pastellist. Silvestre died in Dresden, the year before her husband retired and returned to Paris. Her surviving pastels show the influence of Rosalba Carriera...

Mid-century French oil pastel of blonde in pleasing tones of blues and yellows, circa 1950. Original artwork on paper displayed on a white mat with a gold border. Archival plastic ...

Oil paint and pastel on paper pasted on canvas Hand-signed and dated lower left by the artist News from Eéa “At the time of the last cosmogony I heard from Eéa In the middle of the...

This gorgeous Scottish 1930's soft focus and sensual pastel oil painting is by noted artist John Bulloch Souter. It was painted in 1931 and the sitter is the artist's beautiful wife...

Young Model Expressionist Portrait Rutsch is always "scribbling and scrabbling." He is an artist of the purest breed—an artist who has no choice but to paint. He is a chosen traveler of the depths of existence; a man who follows a longing to explore his inner self and relate his findings with the energy and identity of the universe. The celebrated Austrian artist approaches painting and sculpture as he lives life—with the eyes of a child and the hand of a poet. Constantly in the quest for rhythms of form and vibrations of color, he catches those "sparks in the shadow" and evidences their fullest reality and beauty in his creations. Each of his paintings is a careful construction as it is a spontaneous act of love. While he might attribute certain artistic expressions to "coincidence," his inspiration comes from such diverse sources as: memories, dreams, sounds, numbers, telephone poles and drift wood. Rutsch has an affinity to vibrant colors, strong contours and rich brush strokes which are apparent in his oils, mixed media works and ink drawings. He has a sensitivity to the unusual, the discarded and a fondness for the ugly as well as the chaotic. These, he often transforms into poignant welded steel abstractions. Rutsch has an aversion to politics, citing dates and expounding upon honors achieved. There is no talk about 'profound symbolism' in his work and as Carlo McCormick writes in the introduction to Rutsch's monograph, "Meaning is not a seed that Rutsch plants, nurtures and then harvests. It is what grows wild in a volcanic swamp of fossilized, decaying and new-born fancies—as an afterthought and aftershock." Alexander Rutsch is not concerned with interpretations; he is, however, passionate about the process of making art and surrenders his entire being as an instrument to the act of creation. The geometry of his imagination overflows with figures, profiles and penetrating strong eyes—windows to a deeper place. Their vitality and sensuality pulsate through the "dreamscapes" of Rutsch's created worlds. At times romantic, yet always wild with energy, human forms and experiences are essential to the artist's vocabulary. The son of opera singers and a singer himself, Rutsch speaks of "the art of painting as the art of silence" and the job of the painter "to dedicate himself to the silence." He adds though, "that this silence is the greatest existing sound in the universe." One wonders why then, if painting is "the art of silence," that Rutsch's paintings scream with sound. Sometimes melancholy, sometimes sensual, sometimes dissonant and sometimes whispering, the rhythms are always rich in the celebration of life and our shared humanity. Painter, sculptor and poet, Rutsch's oeuvre over the past four decades is tremendous. Celebrated and collected especially in Vienna, Paris, Brussels and New York, he studied with renowned teachers like Boeckl and Dorowsky and collaborated with such geniuses as Salvador Dali. Having left Vienna in the fifties, Rutsch moved to Paris and took the city's art scene by storm. There, Picasso was so enthralled with a portrait Rutsch has done of him that, in a state of great excitement, he countersigned it. Biography Alexander Rutsch was born in Russia in 1916 but raised in Belgrade, Yugoslavia. After studying voice in Austria he became an opera singer like his parents, but after WWII, Rutsch's love for visual expression propelled him to change careers. He was a painter, sculptor, philosopher, musician, singer and poet. His life as a romantic is reflected in his work, as he sought to perfect his soul and humanity, "I paint my dreams," said Rutsch. "My dreams are color and life. They soar in my head like millions of symphonies. I can never stop building dreams." In 1952, after studying under Josef Dobrowsky, Josef Hoffmann and Herbert Boeckl at the Vienna Academy of Fine Arts, Alexander Rutsch received a scholarship to study in France. There he made contacts and began collaborations with his contemporaries, Picasso and Dali. Rutsch said of his experiences with Picasso, "Picasso played a short but important moment in my life in Paris that affected my entire artistic future. I learned from him that it is not important if art is not aesthetically finished. It can be raw, uncooked, rough. If an artist feels he has said it—it is not important to polish or finish it. Because of Picasso, I learned that if I don't feel the need to finish—I don't have to." In 1954 he exhibited his work at the Salon Artistique International de Saceux and won first prize for abstract painting, the first of may awards received during his prolific career. During the 13 years he lived in Paris, Rutsch exhibited in many prominent galleries there and throughout Europe. In 1958, The City of Paris awarded him the prestigious Arts, Science and Letters Silver Medal. In 1966, Jean Desvilles presented his prize winning film "Le Monde de Rutsch" at the Cannes Film Festival and the Venice Biennial. In 1968 Rutsch moved to Pelham, New York where he continued to work in his studio and exhibit in galleries and museums worldwide. Rutsch's work, as seen through his mastery of many art forms—sculpture, painting, print-making, and drawing, and a wide variety of other media has been described as "vibrating showers of lines, bold geometries, wounded anatomically rambling scrap-wood skeletons...

Oil painting and oil pastel on paper pasted on canvas Hand-signed and dated lower left by the artist News from Eéa “At the time of the last cosmogony I heard from Eéa In the middle...

An Art Deco painting of a Fashionable Lady by contemporary artist Erik Freyman. Watercolor with pastel on paper, signed in pencil Size: 15 x 12 in. (38.1 x 30.48 cm)

William Mason (1906-2002) was a painter born in Newport, Wales, who studied at Newport College of Art and the Royal College of Art. Aside from painting he also taught at Scarborough...

This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. "Ocean Sunset," a masterpiece by contemporary artist Alina Hub...

Oil painting and oil pastel on canvas Unique work Hand-signed by the artist

Oil paint and pastel on paper Hand-signed by the artist

Oil paint and oil pastel on paper Hand-signed by the artist News from Eéa “At the time of the last cosmogony I heard from Eéa In the middle of the water, an island surrounded by mi...

Carl Haag Erlangen 1820 – 1915 Oberwesel a. Rhein German Painter 'A Best Friend' Signature: Signed middle right Medium: Mixed media Dimensions: Image size ...

Erin Hammond is a contemporary abstract expressionist artist whose free-form paintings capture the essence of her inner, subjective realities. With a vibrant palette and dynamic mark...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

"Behind Green Eyes" is a compelling mixed media portrait by French contemporary artist Natalya Speaks, part of her evocative Women series—an introspective journey into the female exp...

Oil paint and pastel on paper Signed and dated by the artist

Oil paint and pastel on paper Hand-signed by the artist News from Eéa “At the time of the last cosmogony I heard from Eéa In the middle of the water, an island surrounded by mist s...

"Vincent Van Gogh, Space Junk" catapults the iconic Dutch artist into a surreal collision of art history and futuristic fantasy. This bold creation from 2022 reimagines Van Gogh as a cosmic adventurer, navigating the abstract and chaotic realms of both outer space and digital frontiers. The painting portrays Van Gogh's head as a striking blue skull, one eye transformed into a cartoon-style eyeball, the other a mouth, illustrating a whimsical yet profound melding of forms and perspectives. A playful bubble gum balloon emerges from his mouth, injecting a casual, cool vibe into the composition. Van Gogh's attire further emphasizes this blend of past and future: he dons a sleek astronaut suit...

French School, Portrait of a Lady, Rococo, 18th Century, Fine drawing in Pastel/ Oil Pastel on Paper in the style of Vivien. The Lady might be a woman from Marie Antoinette's Court. It is part of a Pendant (see the other listing with the portrait of Queen Marie Antoinette...

ELÉA OSSIFIED 2022 An abstracted portrait with detail of lying roses mimics thoughts caught in time, while capturing the complex notion of aging and beauty. A soft and calming paint...

"Vincent Van Gogh, Olive Trees" captivates with a vivid reimagination of the legendary artist, intertwining iconic elements of his life and work into an intriguing narrative canvas. ...

Oil paint and pastel on canvas Hand-signed and dated lower right by the artist

Benedetto Luti (Florence, Italy, 1666 - Rome, Italy, 1724) Title: Head of a Girl Medium: Oil pastel on canvas Dimensions: without frame 28 x 23.5 cm - with frame 38.5 x 33.5 cm Orig...

This contemporary abstract expressive portrait of a woman was created by French-based Kazakhstani artist Natalya, who now lives and works in Lyon. "Before the Mirror" captures a youn...

Benedetto Luti (Florence, Italy, 1666 - Rome, Italy, 1724) Title: Head of a Girl Medium: Oil pastel on canvas Dimensions: without frame 28 x 23.5 cm - with frame 38.5 x 33.5 cm Orig...

In this vibrant and dynamically expressive artwork "My little sweet boy on the playground" , the artist employs a striking array of colors and bold lines to convey a whimsical scene ...

Oil paint, pastel and charcoal on paper Signed and dated lower left by the artist

Oil paint and pastel on paper Signed and dated by the artist

Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...

This contemporary figurative piece with abstract touches, depicting two women, was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot. Through her dynamic approach, Mougenot explores the intr...

This contemporary painting, titled "Bond of Souls", is a striking work by French artist Natalya Mougenot, forming part of her ongoing series dedicated to exploring the theme of women...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

Erin Hammond is a contemporary abstract expressionist artist whose free-form paintings capture the essence of her inner, subjective realities. With a vibrant palette and dynamic mark...

"Funchal, le Port (Port of Funchal, Portugal)" Raymond Thibesart (France, 1874-1968) Pastel on paper 12 x 9 (18 3/4 x 15 5/8 frame) inches Stamp of studio on reserve INV Nbr. 821RT...

Danny Brown’s artworks allocate an intrinsic connection between himself and the diverse communities occupying Los Angeles. Brown combines art history, streetwear trends, and pop art...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...