Gavin Rain studied Art and Neuropsychology at the University of Cape Town. Influenced by Seurat, the 20th century Russian avant-garde, art and a number of architects, he started exploring and developing his own neo-pointillism technique around 2003–04.
Rain's style arises from the need to present a new perspective where the purpose is to compel the viewer to recognize the narrative that is hidden from sight, the one that is discovered only when going back from the painting. The artist compares his work with our lives. Up close things are interesting, with a lot of texture and noise, and not very clear. But, taking a step back, we see the influence that people and things have in our lives, and how it is built of every individual dot.
Through his art, Rain seeks to expand the visual and cognitive horizons of people.
Rain has participated in various fairs, mainly in Europe and the United States as well as both individual and collective exhibitions around the world. His participation in the Venice Biennale in 2011 and 2013 stands out in particular, for it got a lot of attention.
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Gavin Rain "Bridgette with Curl"
By Gavin Rain
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Rain, Gavin Title: Bridgette with Curl Date: 2025 Medium: Acrylic on canvas Unframed Dimensions: 39.5" x 39.5" Signature: Initialed bottom right Edition: Unique Gavin...
Acrylic
Gavin Rain "Audrey in Green" Original painting on canvas
By Gavin Rain
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Rain, Gavin Title: Audrey in Green Date: 2025 Medium: Acrylic on canvas Unframed Dimensions: 78.75" x 39.5" Signature: Initialed Bottom Right Edition: Unique Gavin Ra...
Acrylic
Gavin Rain "Marilyn"
By Gavin Rain
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Rain, Gavin Title: Marilyn Series: Marilyn Series Date: 2025 Medium: Acrylic on canvas Unframed Dimensions: 47.25" x 47.25" Signature: Initialed Bottom Right Edition: ...
Acrylic
Vertical - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Portrait, Dots
By Gavin Rain
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
In order to gain awareness of something that is concealed yet right in front of your eyes, or hidden in plain sight, you must distance yourself. Rain´s art is a metaphor for life. Ra...
Canvas, Acrylic
$21,038
Princess Grace - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Portrait, Dots
By Gavin Rain
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
In order to gain awareness of something that is concealed yet right in front of your eyes, or hidden in plain sight, you must distance yourself. Rain´s art is a metaphor for life. Ra...
Canvas, Acrylic
Vivian - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Portrait, Dots
By Gavin Rain
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
In order to gain awareness of something that is concealed yet right in front of your eyes, or hidden in plain sight, you must distance yourself. Rain´s art is a metaphor for life. Ra...
Canvas, Acrylic
Monica - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Portrait, Dots
By Gavin Rain
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
In order to gain awareness of something that is concealed yet right in front of your eyes, or hidden in plain sight, you must distance yourself. Rain´s art is a metaphor for life. Ra...
Canvas, Acrylic
$15,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 49.5 in W 49.5 in
Abstracted Female Figure, Pastel_Take The Sheets Off The Line by America Martin
By America Martin
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
America Martin "Take The Sheets Off The Line" Oil & Acrylic on Canvas 48 x 48 Inches 49.5 x 49.5 Inches, Framed Signed painting by America Martin. Exploring the identity of bo...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$2,145Sale Price|20% Off
H 25 in W 21 in D 2 in
Vintage English Woman with Duffel Coat & Mary Jane Shoes 1960's 1970's England
Located in Preston, GB
Vintage English Woman with Duffel Coat & Mary Jane Shoes 1960's 1970's England entitled 'The Fall of Desire' by Retro Nostalgic Artist, Paul F Harding. ...
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$1,683
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 1.38 in
Contemporary colorful abstract portrait of women acrylic painting on canvas
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
Titled Empowered in Friendship, this vibrant painting was created by the French artist of Russian origin, born in Kazakhstan, Natalya Mougenot. The artwork portrays three women, each...
Canvas, Acrylic
Marilyn Monroe-Kiss Me
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ricardo Goyo was born in Barcelona in 1972. He began his artistic career studying in France at the National School of Fine Arts in Nice. There he had the opportunity to meet, work, a...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$10,582
H 52.37 in W 39.38 in D 1.97 in
Abstract Textured Painting Ego 171, Chidy Wayne - Paint on Canvas
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Exclusive piece made for the exhibition at Rish Lab, Brussels. Chidy Wayne (b. 1981, Spain) is an artist based in Barcelona. Over the years, he has established himself as a recogniz...
Gesso, Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend
Located in Atlanta, GA
J. C. Morey is a Spanish artist from the province of Alicante. He was born into a family of artists and connected to the art world since the 60s, which gave him the opportunity from ...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$3,025
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 1.58 in
Peak - Contemporary Acrylic Artwork: Retro Style, Simple, Colourful and Linear
By Rachel Wickremer
Located in London, GB
Born in Buckinghamshire in 1976, Rachel Wickremer is a Canterbury based painter known for her colourful work. Exploring the relationship between the maker and the prefabricated, she ...
Thread, Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic
$1,581
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 1.58 in
It's a Long Story - Expressive and vibrant colourful semi abstract painting.
Located in London, GB
Moira Hazel has a compulsive desire to paint, create, make marks and produce vivid and expressive work. She uses lively surface texture and intense colours to capture the essence of ...
Canvas, Acrylic
$1,093
H 13.78 in W 11.82 in D 0.79 in
View of Portsoy - contemporary still-life window landscape room interior
By Mike Hall
Located in London, GB
unframed size: 35 x 30 cm framed size: 40 x 35 cm Artist Statement: “My career in Film and Television design enabled me to travel extensively in Europe and the West Indies. During t...
Acrylic, Board
$1,169
H 16.74 in W 13.98 in D 1.97 in
Aurum 22 -Decorative Flowers Birds Animal Painting Gold Contemporary Circles
By Keng Wai Lee & Marco Araldi
Located in London, GB
The collaboration between Keng Wai Lee and Marco Araldi is based on the contrast between the techniques used. Marco uses ink pen and gold, creating geometrical patterns and graphic i...
Gold Leaf
Korean Contemporary Art by Sa Hara - Physcial
Located in Paris, IDF
Acrylic, charcoal on canvas Sa Hara is a Korean artist born in 1975 who lives and works in Seoul, South Korea. She is graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business administration a...
Canvas, Charcoal, Acrylic
Give me a reason, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Diana Rosa
Located in Yardley, PA
A woman is looking herself in the mirror :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Yes :: Si...
Acrylic
Gavin Rain "Audrey in Blue"
By Gavin Rain
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Rain, Gavin Title: Audrey in Blue Date: 2025 Medium: Acrylic on canvas Unframed Dimensions: 39.5" x 39.5" Signature: Initialed bottom right Edition: Unique Gavin Rain...
Acrylic
Gavin Rain "Norma Jean"
By Gavin Rain
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Rain, Gavin Title: Norma Jean Series: Marilyn Series Date: 2025 Medium: Acrylic on canvas Unframed Dimensions: 39.5" x 39.5" Signature: Initialed bottom right Edition:...
Acrylic
Frida Kahlo
By Gavin Rain
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Gavin Rain's "Frida Kahlo" is a stunning example of contemporary pointillism that beautifully encapsulates the essence of the iconic Mexican artist. The painting vibrantly showcases ...
Acrylic
Marilyn
By Gavin Rain
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Gavin Rain, renowned for his modern pointillism, presents another captivating portrait of Marilyn Monroe. This piece continues Rain's exploration of...
Acrylic
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H 59.06 in W 59.06 in
June - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Portrait, Dots
By Gavin Rain
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
In order to gain awareness of something that is concealed yet right in front of your eyes, or hidden in plain sight, you must distance yourself. Rain´s art is a metaphor for life. Ra...
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 59.06 in W 59.06 in
Grace In Green - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Portrait, Dots
By Gavin Rain
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
In order to gain awareness of something that is concealed yet right in front of your eyes, or hidden in plain sight, you must distance yourself. Rain´s art is a metaphor for life. Ra...
Canvas, Acrylic