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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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Artist: David Thelen
Rainy Sunday Morning, Oil Painting
Rainy Sunday Morning, Oil Painting

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

Materials

Oil

In Plain Sight, Oil Painting
In Plain Sight, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Broken Easel, Oil Painting
Broken Easel, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Night Light, Oil Painting
Night Light, Oil Painting

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

Materials

Oil

Grounded, Oil Painting
Grounded, Oil Painting

Grounded, Oil Painting

By David Thelen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Shelves, drawers, and scattered objects fill an industrial room. A tall door stands open at the center, allowing natural light to spill into the interior. Thick...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Corner Desk, Oil Painting
Corner Desk, Oil Painting

Corner Desk, Oil Painting

By David Thelen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A small desk and chair rest against a blue grey wall. Sunlight filters through a tall window, casting warm light across the room. This modern painting finds mov...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Chromatic, Oil Painting
Chromatic, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Incandescent, Oil Painting
Incandescent, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Faded Pride, Oil Painting
Faded Pride, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Vista, Oil Painting
Vista, Oil Painting

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

Materials

Oil

Adirondack, Oil Painting
Adirondack, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Take a Break Too, Oil Painting
Take a Break Too, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

A Path Forward, Oil Painting
A Path Forward, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Aperture, Oil Painting
Aperture, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

By the Wayside, Oil Painting
By the Wayside, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

Fallen Timber, Oil Painting
Fallen Timber, Oil Painting

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen Art

Materials

Oil

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