David Thelen More 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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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...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen More Art
Oil
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"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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
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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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
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This contemporary oil painting explores the quiet poetry of interior spaces. With a carefully considered composition and layered brushwork, artist David Thelen ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary David Thelen More Art
Oil
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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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
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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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
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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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
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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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
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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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
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"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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
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"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...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
1990s American Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
Early 2000s American Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil, Canvas
Early 20th Century Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Canvas, Oil
Late 20th Century Impressionist David Thelen More Art
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1980s Contemporary David Thelen More Art
Canvas, Oil
1990s American Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Canvas, Oil
Early 2000s American Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Canvas, Oil, Board
Early 2000s American Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Canvas, Oil
Early 2000s American Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
1980s Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Canvas, Oil
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David says he was drawn to capture the eeriness of this deep forest setting. The distant light through the trees creates an ethereal setting, amplified by the...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist David Thelen More Art
Oil
