A photographer, draftsman, cinematographer and painter, Frédéric Choisel is a person of many talents. Colors swirl across his canvases as if they’re in motion — his brushstrokes produce unexpected forms and textural heft. And while he’s best known for his abstract paintings, Choisel has created numerous works in a realist style, drawing frequently on the power of nature to produce serene landscapes as well as enveloping depictions of cloudy skies at dusk.
Born in France, Choisel attended Ecole Supérieure d'Etudes Cinématographiques and went on to the University of Paris VII, where he studied painting and other disciplines such as photography (he was shooting with an old Pentax as a child).
Influenced by the Dutch and Spanish Baroque artistic movements, Choisel credits 19th-century French masters Gustave Courbet and Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot as inspirations. Photography and film are important to his painting, too. The artist initially worked as a filmmaker, and is still actively taking on projects as a cinematographer in the documentary realm. Choisel’s work behind the camera — any camera — is integral to his other endeavors. A still image he captures as part of a film project might find a new life as a subject at his easel.
Choisel has shown his work in solo and group exhibitions in France, Belgium and throughout the United States. He lives and works out of Paris, but also has a studio in Long Island City, New York, and is represented by Andra Norris Art Gallery in San Francisco.
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Petites Histories / oil on canvas
By Frédéric Choisel
Located in Burlingame, CA
A magnificant abstract painting that bridges figuration, Inspired by living in the cities of France, New York, and San Francisco. French American visual artist Frédéric Choisel tells...
Canvas, Oil
Sold|$35,000
H 38 in W 32 in
"Raked Off" Lynne Drexler, Abstract Expressionist, Patterns, Orange, Green
By Lynne Drexler
Located in New York, NY
Lynne Drexler Raked Off, 1989 Signed, titled and dated on the reverse Oil on canvas 36 x 31 inches Provenance The artist The Collection of Jerry Vis, Monhegan Island Meredith Ward F...
Oil, Canvas
$1,330
H 33.08 in W 46.86 in D 0.2 in
My Beloved - Painting Maximalism Abstract Figurative Love Contemporary Invest
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: The Guardians of my Beloved Mesmerizing Striking Abstract Figurative Love Peace Invest Contemporary Maximalism This work is part of a series. It is part of a story... It por...
Oil, Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Pastel, Spray Paint
$45,000
H 74 in W 67 in
"Pompeian Perfumer" Grace Hartigan, Roman Subject, Abstract Expressionist Artist
By Grace Hartigan
Located in New York, NY
Grace Hartigan Pompeian Perfumer, 1999 Signed and dated lower right; signed, titled, and dated on the reverse Oil on linen 72 x 66 inches Grace Hartigan’s career began among the Ne...
Canvas, Linen, Oil
$1,980
H 40.95 in W 58.27 in D 0.2 in
Love Conquers All - Extra Large Abstract Painting, Bold Colors, New, Maximalism
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Love Conquers All - Omnia Vincit Amor Extra Large Abstract Investment Bold Color Large rendition in the Unchained Expressions series. It attempts to map the road to freedom...
Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Spray Paint, Color Pencil
$2,000
H 43.31 in W 56.7 in D 0.2 in
Guardians of Absoluteness: Large Abstract Acrylic Canvas Painting
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: The Guardians of Absoluteness Landscape Abstract Bold Modern Colorful Exclusive Investment Unique Painting Showstopper Striking Extra large artwork This work portrays the Ab...
Oil, Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Spray Paint, Pencil
$1,900
H 39.38 in W 47.25 in D 0.79 in
Painting Large Abstract Figures Animal Nature Soulful Earthy Calm Modern Blue
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: The Guardians of Vision Painting Abstract Figurative Giraffe Nature Blue Earthy Calm Modern Bold Soulful Invest Large Unique One-of-a-kind LARGE ARTWORK This work is part of...
Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars, Mixed Media, Pastel, Oil
$14,000
H 30 in W 23 in
"Toucan" Edward Zutrau, 1949 Abstracted Bird by Abstract Expressionist Artist
By Edward Zutrau
Located in New York, NY
Edward Zutrau Toucan, 7/29/1949 Dated on verso Oil on linen 30 x 23 inches Edward Zutrau (1922–1993) was an American painter whose career spanned from the 1940s through the early 1...
Canvas, Oil
$1,720
H 32.68 in W 46.46 in D 1.19 in
Evanescence of Time: Large Abstract Acrylic Painting in Bold Blue
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Evanescence of Time Evanescence Painting Large Contemporary Bold Blue Statement Figurative Modern Texture Stories In this vibrant acrylic painting, I've infused the essence ...
Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
$790
H 24.02 in W 16.15 in D 0.79 in
Figurative Contemporary, Blue, Painting, Landscape, Colorful Flowers and Picnic
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: The Blue Picnic Blanket Figurative Contemplate Male Masculine Gentle Kind Colorful Flowers Blossom Pink Blue THE BLUE PICNIC BLANKET celebrates the quiet times, happy mome...
Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
$2,200
H 30.71 in W 62.21 in D 0.2 in
Blue Fish in the Sky: Large Abstract Expressionist Painting, 78x158 cm
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Blue Fish in the Skye Blue Fish in the Skye explores the expressive relationship between texture, colour and movement through Karnish's distinctive contemporary visual langua...
Oil, Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Color Pencil
$5,263
H 49.22 in W 35.44 in D 1.19 in
New Beginnings Oil on Canvas Painting, Abstract Figurative, Signed
By Daniella Queirolo
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
Canvas, Oil
Bold Abstract Expressionist Figure
By Daniel David Fuentes
Located in Soquel, CA
Bold figurative abstract in black, white, and red by Daniel David Fuentes (American, 1978-2016). From a collection of his works. Signed "Fuentes" and dated "07" bottom right. Unframe...
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
$1,500
H 29.93 in W 39.77 in D 1.58 in
Guardians of Love II: Abstract Painting, Original, Colorful, 76x101 cm, New
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Guardians of Love II Heartfelt Authentic Exclusive Freedom Adore Investment Colorful "Great detail in this artwork by Karnish... Come closer to explore and find your own sto...
Oil, Acrylic, Canvas, Wood, Stretcher Bars
$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 26.5 in D 1.75 in
Bay Area Figurative Movement Portrait of Man San Francisco Bay Area Peter Witwer
By Peter Witwer
Located in Soquel, CA
Portrait of Man San Francisco Bay Area Figurative Movement Figurative portrait of a man by San Francisco artist Peter Witwer (American, 1928-1968). Unsigned from a collection of his...
Canvas, Oil
$2,832
H 66.93 in W 48.04 in D 0.79 in
Untitle - Abstract painting on canvas inspired by Maestro Mimmo Paladino
By Massimo Caiafa
Located in Napoli, IT
Untitle -Oil on canvas cm.170x122 - Massimo Caiafa Italy 2009. Abstract painting on canvas inspired by Maestro Mimmo Paladino.Lacquered wooden frame.
Canvas, Oil