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Contemporary Abstract Photography

CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Used to refer to a time rather than an aesthetic, Contemporary art generally describes pieces created after 1970 or being made by living artists anywhere in the world. This immediacy means it encompasses art responding to the present moment through diverse subjects, media and themes. Contemporary painting, sculpture, photography, performance, digital art, video and more frequently includes work that is attempting to reshape current ideas about what art can be, from Felix Gonzalez-Torres’s use of candy to memorialize a lover he lost to AIDS-related complications to Jenny Holzer’s ongoing “Truisms,” a Conceptual series that sees provocative messages printed on billboards, T-shirts, benches and other public places that exist outside of formal exhibitions and the conventional “white cube” of galleries.

Contemporary art has been pushing the boundaries of creative expression for years. Its disruption of the traditional concepts of art are often aiming to engage viewers in complex questions about identity, society and culture. In the latter part of the 20th century, contemporary movements included Land art, in which artists like Robert Smithson and Michael Heizer create large-scale, site-specific sculptures, installations and other works in soil and bodies of water; Sound art, with artists such as Christian Marclay and Susan Philipsz centering art on sonic experiences; and New Media art, in which mass media and digital culture inform the work of artists such as Nam June Paik and Rafaël Rozendaal.

The first decades of the 21st century have seen the growth of Contemporary African art, the revival of figurative painting, the emergence of street art and the rise of NFTs, unique digital artworks that are powered by blockchain technology.

Major Contemporary artists practicing now include Ai Weiwei, Cecily Brown, David Hockney, Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, Takashi Murakami and Kara Walker.

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Style: Contemporary
Artist: Ernie Button
Portwood 21 The Balvenie 0182, limited edition photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Portwood 21 The Balvenie 0182, limited edition photograph, signed and numbered Ernie Button’s photographs are a treat to the imagination. A journey along the delicate lines and vib...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Glenfiddich 125, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Glenfiddich 125, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my hu...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Balvenie 140, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Balvenie 140, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 345, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 345, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found th...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Clynelish 33, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Clynelish 33, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

The Macallan 109, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 109, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Aviation Old Tom Gin 2373, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Aviation Old Tom Gin 2373, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sights o...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

The Macallan 135, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 135, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

The Macallan 120, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 120, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 101, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 101, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found th...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Shibui 2595, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered by the artist
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Shibui 2595 is a limited edition color photograph and is signed and numbered by the artist Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities an...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Shibui 2619, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered by the artist
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Shibui 2619 is a limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered by the artist. Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sigh...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Aviation Old Tom Gin 2864, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Aviation Old Tom Gin 2864, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sights o...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Aviation Old Tom Gin 2210, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Aviation Old Tom Gin 2210, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sights o...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 121, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered.
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 121, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humo...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Glenfiddich 1743, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Glenfiddich 1743, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my h...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Aberlour 5, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Aberlour 5, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Balvenie 140, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered.
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Balvenie 140, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found t...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Clynelish 33, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Clynelish 33, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

The Macallan 129, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 129, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

The Macallan 127, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 127, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

The Macallan 101, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 101, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Glenlivet 122, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbed
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Glenlivet 122, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbed For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & concer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Signet 181, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Signet 181, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the ...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Tusail 2, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Tusail 2, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Tusail 1877, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Tusail 1877, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass into the dishwasher. I noted a film on the bottom of a glass and when I inspected closer, I noted these fine, lacy lines filling the bottom. What I found through some experimentation is that these patterns and images that are seen can be created with the small amount of Single-Malt Scotch whisky left in a glass after most of it has been consumed. The alcohol dries and leaves the sediment in various patterns. It’s a little like snowflakes in that every time the Scotch dries, the glass yields slightly different patterns and results. Some of the images reference the celestial as if the image was taken of space; something that the Hubble telescope...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 293, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 293, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 301, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 301, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass into the dishwasher. I noted a film on the bottom of a glass and when I inspected closer, I noted these fine, lacy lines filling the bottom. What I found through some experimentation is that these patterns and images that are seen can be created with the small amount of Single-Malt Scotch whisky left in a glass after most of it has been consumed. The alcohol dries and leaves the sediment in various patterns. It’s a little like snowflakes in that every time the Scotch dries, the glass yields slightly different patterns and results. Some of the images reference the celestial as if the image was taken of space; something that the Hubble telescope...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Tusail 1891, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Tusail 1891, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass into the dishwasher. I noted a film on the bottom of a glass and when I inspected closer, I noted these fine, lacy lines filling the bottom. What I found through some experimentation is that these patterns and images that are seen can be created with the small amount of Single-Malt Scotch whisky left in a glass after most of it has been consumed. The alcohol dries and leaves the sediment in various patterns. It’s a little like snowflakes in that every time the Scotch dries, the glass yields slightly different patterns and results. Some of the images reference the celestial as if the image was taken of space; something that the Hubble telescope...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Aberlour 133, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered.
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Aberlour 133, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Glenfiddich 125, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Glenfiddich 125, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass into the dishwasher. I noted a film on the bottom of a glass and when I inspected closer, I noted these fine, lacy lines filling the bottom. What I found through some experimentation is that these patterns and images that are seen can be created with the small amount of Single-Malt Scotch whisky left in a glass after most of it has been consumed. The alcohol dries and leaves the sediment in various patterns. It’s a little like snowflakes in that every time the Scotch dries, the glass yields slightly different patterns and results. Some of the images reference the celestial as if the image was taken of space; something that the Hubble telescope...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 121, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 121, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found th...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Glenfiddich 1743, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Glenfiddich 1743, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Dalwhinnie 122, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Dalwhinnie 122, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Glenlivet 137, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered.
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Glenlivet 137, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Glengoyne 117, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered.
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Glengoyne 117, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Clynelish 101, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered.
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Clynelish 101, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Glenfiddich XX 4258, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Glenfiddich XX 4258 is a limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sights on ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Aviation Old Tom Gin 2882, limited edition color photograph, signed
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Aviation Old Tom Gin 2882, limited edition color photograph, signed. Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sights on his travel...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

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Archival Pigment

Fire & Cane 3267, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Fire & Cane 3267 is a limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sights on his...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 101, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 101, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Shibui 3087, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered by the artist
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Shibui 3087 is a limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered by the artist Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sight...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Aberlour 133, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Aberlour 133, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humo...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Shibui 2988, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Shibui 2988 is a limited edition color photograph and is signed and numbered Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and sights on his...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Meiyo 17.3600, limited edition color photograph, signed
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Meiyo 17.3600 is a limited edition color photograph and is signed and numbered. Focusing on subjects grand and mundane, Ernie Button takes color photographs of cities and si...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Glenlivet 162, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Glenlivet 162, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 190, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 190, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 133, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 133, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found the Vanishing Spirits phenomenon. I am a fan of observing my world and the things that are happening around me; noticing the smaller details that may be ignored or overlooked. The idea for this project occurred while putting a used Scotch glass...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Planet Macallan 185, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Planet Macallan 185, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered Whisky is a time-honored drink, finely crafted and enjoyed for centuries. I feel fortunate that I found th...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

The Macallan 393, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 393, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

The Macallan 333, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 333, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

The Macallan 150, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 150, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Aberlour 107, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Aberlour 107, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & conc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

The Macallan 136, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
The Macallan 136, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Glengoyne 116, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Glengoyne 116, limited edition color photograph, signed and numbered. For much of my adult life, photography has provided me a forum to communicate my past & present, my humor & con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Contemporary abstract photography for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Contemporary abstract photography available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add abstract photography created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, purple, red, orange and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Alessandro Puccinelli, Peter Mendelson, Stefanie Schneider, and Jessica Houston. Frequently made by artists working with Pigment Print, and Archival Pigment Print and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Contemporary abstract photography, so small editions measuring 2 inches across are also available.

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