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
$21,130
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
$27,767Sale Price|20% Off
H 41 in W 53 in D 1.75 in
The Chrysler Building 42nd Street New York City by Contemporary British Artist
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Original Painting of The Chrysler Building on 42nd Street New York City by Contemporary British Artist Angela Wakefield. The warm yellow colours used in the sky creates a vivid contr...
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic
$1,207
H 35.44 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Native Land / Large Acrylic Painting of Rivers and Fields Serenity
Located in Zofingen, AG
“Native Land” by Helen Mount is a large acrylic painting that conveys the deep connection between memory, place, and belonging. Gentle transitions of blue, green, and golden tones op...
Acrylic
$1,207
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Authentic Desires/5 – Large Abstract Acrylic Painting in Beige, Blue and White
Located in Zofingen, AG
Soft blue and beige tones with dynamic white gestures express emotional freedom and inner truth. This artwork radiates calm energy, openness, and transformation — perfect for creatin...
Acrylic
$2,397
H 48 in W 30 in D 1.5 in
Urban Bloomscape - Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, Contemporary Pop Art
By Michelle Thomas Artist
Located in Woodstock, GA
A true statement piece - "Urban Bloomscape" promises to bring upscale energy to any room and is guaranteed conversation starter! It is a vibrant, unapologetically bold painting that...
Wire
$450
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 1.38 in
French Contemporary Art By Christiane Hess - La Nuit S'Éclaire
Located in Paris, IDF
Acrylic on canvas Christiane Hess alias Chrystal is a French abstract artist born in 1951 who lives and works in Lalinde, near Bergerac in France. Her conversion to abstract art giv...
Canvas, Acrylic
Dimitri Likissas - Porsche 964, Painting 2022
Located in Stamford, CT
Porsche 964 Series: Pop Oil Enamel Paint on Canvas 43.3" x 88.2" This piece is signed. "I consider each colored dot to be like a person. You and me and everyone. Together we all m...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
False Illusions
Located in Zofingen, AG
False Illusions How alluring are the castles in the air—they look beautiful and cozy, beckoning us with their purity. How we long for the world around us to match the world in our h...
Canvas, Plaster, Acrylic, Varnish
$4,800
H 24 in W 24 in D 0.18 in
Your Wings; Your Life I - IV , Quadriptych, Abstract Paintings, Signed, Acrylic
By Michelle Thomas Artist
Located in Woodstock, GA
FOUR ORIGINAL PAINTINGS! A curated set of four original paintings that work seamlessly together—hang them as a gallery-style trio or use them individually to bring harmony througho...
Canvas, Acrylic, Panel
$1,550
H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in
Italian Contemporary Art by Andrea Vandoni - Modern Portrait
By Andrea Vandoni
Located in Paris, IDF
Signed on reverse Andrea Vandoni is an Italian artist born in 1972 who lives and works in Novara, Italy. The artist studied and trained at the School of the Archaeologists and the S...
Canvas, Acrylic
Since This Morning
By Thierry Noir
Located in London, GB
Since This Morning By Thierry Noir Acrylic on canvas 2020 60 x 50 cm Signed, dated and titled on the back by Thierry Noir. Excellent condition Unframed Accompanied by a gall...
Canvas, Acrylic
$3,200
H 47.25 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Ramon Poch Vertical 111 mujer en azul acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
111. mujer en azul acrylic painting Born in Badalona (Barcelona). Photographer and advertising film director. Founding partner of the advertising production company La Cosa de las P...
Acrylic
$845
H 9.45 in W 11.82 in D 0.79 in
Boombox - Polish Young Art, Contemporary Figurative Painting, Street Art
By Michał Cygan
Located in Salzburg, AT
The source of the young artist Michal Cygan´s art is to be found in the Silesian landscape, both in its material and its cultural dimension. The form of three-dimensional model is gi...
Canvas, Oil, 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