Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

American, b. 1969

Amy Van Winkle (b. 1969) is an artist living and working in Santa Fe, NM. Although her early artistic career focused on drawing, sketching, and mixed media works, she now works exclusively with the Encaustic medium. Van Winkle’s initial fascination with this ancient medium stemmed from its innate exchange between creation and restraint. The encaustic technique, which dates back to the 5th century BC, is the layering of pigmented beeswax, 20 to 30 coats deep, on a porous wood panel. By heating the surface with each application then scraping away repeatedly, Van Winkle achieves the unique balance of detail and minimalism. Once the composition is complete, mere hints remain of the color and texture residing just beneath the surface. This mastery of technique and dramatic restraint has garnered Van Winkle, a self-taught artist, international recognition. Her influence comes in large part from her surroundings in Santa Fe, as well as her travels throughout Southeast Asia and an elemental love of minimalist design. The exposure and approach is reflected in her works through luminous color, clean lines and captivating composition. Van Winkle hails from Boston, then Chicago. She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a B.S.B.A. in Marketing. Despite a successful advertising career, she found herself drawn to fine art and began painting, showing, and selling her own work. In 2010, she began exploring with encaustic materials and experienced a swift, meteoric rise into the contemporary art market. Van Winkle’s works reside in private and public collections around the world and she is represented by galleries throughout the US and Taiwan.

Artist: Amy Van Winkle

Amy Van WinkleState of Blue, 2024

$10,200

State of Blue

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red green chartreuse It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleHushed Moment 1, 2025

$900

Hushed Moment 1

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleFields of Gold, 2026

$11,900

Fields of Gold

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleRay of Light 1, 2025

$7,600

Ray of Light 1

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleHushed Moment 5, 2025

$900

Hushed Moment 5

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinklePure Joy, 2025

$6,800

Pure Joy

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleClarity 2, 2025

$2,050

Clarity 2

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleVeil of Dusk, 2025

$1,050

Veil of Dusk

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleHushed Moment 3, 2025

$900

Hushed Moment 3

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleGreen Mesa, 2025

$4,250

Green Mesa

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleEbb and Flow 3, 2024

$950

Ebb and Flow 3

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleHushed Moment 4, 2025

$900

Hushed Moment 4

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleNo End in Sight 1, 2025

$2,800

No End in Sight 1

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleNo End in Sight 2, 2025

$2,800

No End in Sight 2

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleNo End in Sight 3, 2025

$2,800

No End in Sight 3

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleClarity 1, 2025

$2,050

Clarity 1

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Martin RosenthalMid-20th Century Abstract Painting: Oil Pastel & Oil on Paper 1965, c. 1965

$825

H 13 in W 19.25 in

Mid-20th Century Abstract Painting: Oil Pastel & Oil on Paper 1965

By Martin Rosenthal

Located in Arp, TX

Martin Rosenthal "Crossed Lines" 1965 Pastel & Oil paint on paper 19.25"x13" unframed Signed and dated in ink lower right Martin Rosenthal 1899-1974 Artist Martin Rosenthal was bor...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Encaustic, Oil

Laura MoriartyThe Outskirts, 2025

$1,200

H 35.5 in W 25.5 in

The Outskirts

By Laura Moriarty

Located in Dallas, TX

encaustic on paper

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2010s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Encaustic

Alaina EnslenLineto I (Abstract Encaustic and Collage Painting on Linen), 2025

$4,900

H 36 in W 48 in D 2 in

Lineto I (Abstract Encaustic and Collage Painting on Linen)

By Alaina Enslen

Located in Hudson, NY

"Lineto I" made by Hudson Valley artist, Alaina Enslen, in 2025 Encaustic, dyed fabrics, and paper mounted on panel 36 x 48 x 2 inches unframed, sides reveal raw panel and wrapped fa...

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2010s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Fabric, Encaustic, Linen, Monotype

Laura MoriartySquish, 2025

$1,200

H 35.5 in W 25.5 in

Squish

By Laura Moriarty

Located in Dallas, TX

encaustic on paper

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2010s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Encaustic

Laura MoriartyShimmy, 2022

$4,500

H 76 in W 39 in

Shimmy

By Laura Moriarty

Located in Dallas, TX

encaustic on paper

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2010s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Encaustic

Laura MoriartyIntervening, 2025

$1,200

H 35.5 in W 25.5 in

Intervening

By Laura Moriarty

Located in Dallas, TX

encaustic on paper

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2010s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Encaustic

Patricia ZippinPatricia Zippin "Tillamook Flight 6 of 12" 1980s Abstract Painting, 1980s

$400

H 27.25 in W 35.25 in

Patricia Zippin "Tillamook Flight 6 of 12" 1980s Abstract Painting

By Patricia Zippin

Located in Arp, TX

Patricia Zippin Tillamook Flight 6 of 12 1980s Mixed Media 30.5"x 22.5", unframed Signed in paint on bottom right and signed and titled on reverse in pen Patricia Jayne Zippin (1930...

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1980s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic, Acrylic, Pencil

Andrew FrancisDifferent Nomenclatures. Contemporary Abstract Encaustic Painting, 2019

$1,200

H 23.63 in W 23.63 in

Different Nomenclatures. Contemporary Abstract Encaustic Painting

By Andrew Francis

Located in Brecon, Powys

Different Nomenclatures 2019 Encaustic wax & oil colour on deep-fame board 600 x 600 mm

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2010s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Wax, Encaustic, Oil

Clark DerbesCurves I (Frank Stella Inspired Abstract Line Painting in Encaustic on Panel), 2024

$5,800

H 36 in W 48 in D 2 in

Curves I (Frank Stella Inspired Abstract Line Painting in Encaustic on Panel)

By Clark Derbes

Located in Hudson, NY

Colorful, abstract painting inspired by Frank Stella in rainbow and pastel encaustic "Curves I", made by VT based artist, Clark Derbes, in 2024 36 x 48 x 2 inches with walnut stripin...

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2010s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Laura MoriartySometimes They Have The Same Dreams, 2025

$1,200

H 35.5 in W 25.5 in

Sometimes They Have The Same Dreams

By Laura Moriarty

Located in Dallas, TX

encaustic on paper

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2010s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Paper, Encaustic

Patricia ZippinThe Sun Mixed Media Painting, Abstract Style, Signed, 1980s, 11.25x15, 1980s

$300

H 15 in W 11.25 in

The Sun Mixed Media Painting, Abstract Style, Signed, 1980s, 11.25x15

By Patricia Zippin

Located in Arp, TX

Patricia Zippin The Sun 1980s Mixed Media 11.25"x 15", unframed Signed bottom right in paint Patricia Jayne Zippin (1930-2015) She was born to Ben and Dorothy Schubert on January 5...

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1980s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic, Acrylic, Pencil

Patricia ZippinPatricia Zippin "Moon View VIII" 1980s Mixed Media Abstract Painting, 1980s

$300

H 19.5 in W 24.5 in D 1 in

Patricia Zippin "Moon View VIII" 1980s Mixed Media Abstract Painting

By Patricia Zippin

Located in Arp, TX

Patricia Zippin Moon View VIII 1980s Mixed Media 24"x 16", unframed Titled, signed, materials, and dimensions in pen on reverse Patricia Jayne Zippin (1930-2015) She was born to B...

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1980s Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic, Acrylic, Pencil

Previously Available Items

Amy Van WinkleHead in the Clouds, 2025

Sold

H 37 in W 35 in D 2 in

Head in the Clouds

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleSoft Horizons 2, 2025

Sold

H 25 in W 25 in D 2 in

Soft Horizons 2

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleSpring Green 2, 2025

Sold

H 11 in W 9 in D 2 in

Spring Green 2

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleSpring Green 1, 2025

Sold

H 11 in W 9 in D 2 in

Spring Green 1

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleEquilibrium, 2024

Sold

H 50 in W 50 in D 3 in

Equilibrium

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red green chartreuse It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleWe'll Burn So Bright Til the Darkness Softly Clears, 2023

Sold

H 62 in W 50 in D 3 in

We'll Burn So Bright Til the Darkness Softly Clears

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white yellow orange navy Red It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleAutumn Equinox 1, 2023

Sold

H 11 in W 9 in D 2 in

Autumn Equinox 1

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleLate Morning Lullaby, 2023

Sold

H 38 in W 38 in D 2.5 in

Late Morning Lullaby

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. blue teal aqua white green orange yellow It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleBreathe Again 3, 2022

Sold

H 9 in W 11 in D 2.5 in

Breathe Again 3

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleBreathe Again 2, 2022

Sold

H 9 in W 11 in D 2.5 in

Breathe Again 2

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleBreathe Again 1, 2022

Sold

H 9 in W 11 in D 2.5 in

Breathe Again 1

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van WinkleLiving in a Daydream 1, 2022

Sold

H 19 in W 13 in D 2.5 in

Living in a Daydream 1

By Amy Van Winkle

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Encaustic on panel. It's simple; I create art because it makes me happy. I try not to overthink the process of what I’m painting and let my intuition be my guide. I love laying do...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Amy Van Winkle Abstract Paintings

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Encaustic

Amy Van Winkle abstract paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Amy Van Winkle abstract paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of abstract paintings to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of orange, red and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Amy Van Winkle in encaustic paint, paint, board and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Amy Van Winkle abstract paintings, so small editions measuring 9 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Maura Segal, Kory Twaddle, and Kay Hartung. Amy Van Winkle abstract paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $700 and tops out at $13,500, while the average work can sell for $2,640.