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David Thelen Art

David Thelen was born in Western New York and has been living and working in the Finger Lakes region of the area. His strong family ties to the Catskill area give him a broader perspective on his home. It comes as no surprise that his artwork reflects the daily life and landscapes he sees at home and through his travels across the state. Thelen’s signature approach to the artwork is to paint the canvas solid black, and he paints in the negative space around the darkened areas. He creates his main subject by painting the space around it rather than painting the subject itself. Thelen lives in an old farmhouse that he is slowly renovating one room at a time, so most of his time is shared between painting, renovating and maintaining.

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Chromatic, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A kitchen interior unfolds in a calm, contemporary style as sharp architectural lines meet soft edges. Artist David Thelen layers color and form to build a scen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

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Oil

By the Wayside, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
"I often wander in the woods and discover unexpected treasures," says artist David Thelen. He captures an old truck parked on a dirt road that winds through t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

Vista, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Inspired by the pictures sent by his wife, artist David Thelen depicts the captivating allure of the Appalachian Trail. A sturdy branch dances with the surrou...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

Take a Break Too, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Set against the sleek lines of a modern cafe, this piece captures the quiet humanity behind the counter. The barista—mid-sip or lost in thought—becomes a fi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

Incandescent, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
This kitchen scene captures a quiet moment of light spilling across the interior. The textures of wood, fabric, and painted surfaces are rendered with care, cre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

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Oil

Night Light, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
This contemporary oil painting explores the quiet poetry of interior spaces. With a carefully considered composition and layered brushwork, artist David Thelen ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

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Oil

In Plain Sight, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Focusing on the elegance of everyday design, artist David Thelen presents a contemporary interior as both personal and universal. Defined by clean lines, a subt...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

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Oil

Broken Easel, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist David Thelen's serene exploration of space and form captures the quiet elegance of a modern setting. With clean lines, soft tones, and a carefully balanc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

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Oil

Rainy Sunday Morning, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
In this interior study, artist David Thelen explores the interplay of shadow and structure. A restrained palette of grays and soft blues emphasizes line and tex...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

A Path Forward, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Inspired by memory and photos taken on a hiking trip, artist David Thelen captures the woodland's moody atmosphere. Barren trees loom along the rocky trail, w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

Adirondack, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist David Thelen presents a serene spot nestled in a mountain range. The water's edge glimmers at the foot of towering trees, while lush foliage adorns the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

Fallen Timber, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist David Thelen captures a timber laying on the green meadow. "I wonder about the purpose of the tree being cut and abandoned in the woods," says David. T...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

Aperture, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
"This artwork is inspired by a vista I saw while on a camping trip to the Allegany Mountains," says artist David Thelen. The verdant trees bask in the sun's w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

Faded Pride, Oil Painting
By David Thelen
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
"I came across an old tractor parked in someone's yard and wanted to capture its current state with all of its dignity," shares artist David Thelen. The vehic...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

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Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic David Thelen art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by David Thelen in oil paint, paint 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 Impressionist style. Not every interior allows for large David Thelen art, so small editions measuring 12 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Ruth LaGue, Max Flandorfer, and Mariusz Kaldowski. David Thelen art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $800 and tops out at $2,600, while the average work can sell for $1,188.

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