In 2000, Julia Contacessi earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Pratt Institute in New York City. Over the years, her eye for composition coupled with her love of painting, design and photography has earned Contacessi numerous awards in such publications as Photographer's Forum and Creativity along with inclusion into the Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library Special Collections (ALSC) in New Haven, Connecticut. Julia never strayed far from texture, paint and the mixing and layering of mediums, which are important components to her work. Her most recent abstracts focus on deconstructing painted color palette studies through isolated images and then rebuilding those studies with new form and composition. She lives in Norwalk, Connecticut, with her husband and son. She spends most weekends tackling new projects and getting into all sorts of adventures with her little guy, Neo. She loves painting and photography, the occasional five-mile run and feisty discussions across the family dinner table on Sunday evenings.
"Delightful Chaos, " Abstract Metallic Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract painting is made using mixed media including linen and gold. It features a cool blue and white palette, with large, expressive strokes layered over textured linen, with...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Cascading Waters " Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This contemporary abstract painting by Julia Contacessi features light, washy layers of blue tones through the middle of the canvas, with lighter, textured layers on either side, Ove...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Drenched in Possibilities" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
Julia Contacessi’s Drenched in Possibilities, a 40" x 45" gallery wrapped acrylic on canvas, evokes the quiet power of shifting skies and deep water horizons. Layers of soft gray, wh...
Canvas, Acrylic
"Origins" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract statement painting by Julia Contacessi features a cool palette with washes of muted blue, cool grey, and a white accenting wash that flows through the center of the hor...
Canvas, Acrylic
Sea Smoke, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Yardley, PA
Soft, smoky blues, greens and tones of cream and white layer with a touch of deep gray and meld into this abstract piece creating depth and intrigue. The edging is finished in gold o...
Acrylic
$850
H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Colorful Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil w Tiffany Blue Background
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a painted Tiffany Blue background, black abstract portrait. Here you ...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
$15,500
H 40 in W 50 in D 1.5 in
"Love for Meadow VIII", Colorful Bright Abstract Painting, Textured Impasto
By Sveta Hessler
Located in Carmel, CA
Sveta Hessler (Russian, born 1973) "Love for Meadow VIII" 2026 Acrylic and mixed media on stretched canvas Signed on verso. "Love for Meadow VIII" is a richly textured contemporary ...
Canvas, Stretcher Bars, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$4,850
H 23.5 in W 21.5 in D 1 in
"Labyrinth" Acrylics and Ink on Paper in Hues of Raw Umber, Black and White
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"Labyrinth" 2021, 23.5" x 21.5" vertical drawing on paper by Argentine-born artist Karina Gentinetta (featured in Elle Decor, Architectural Digest, New York Times, Traditional Home, ...
Glaze, Ink, Acrylic
$19,200
H 42 in W 28 in D 2 in
"Earth Tone I & II " Acrylics in Brown Tones Abstract Painting Pair 42"x28" each
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"Earth Tone I & II" 2026, 42" H x 28" W each, is a pair of contemporary vertical abstract paintings framed in black gallery floater frames by Argentine-born artist Karina Gentine...
Acrylic
$3,250
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.5 in
Abstract Painting on Canvas by Warhol Factory Artist Steve Balkin 'RAIN FOREST'
By Steve Balkin
Located in Hudson, NY
Steve Balkin (1938-2023) This painting was purchased from Balkin's estate. It came from his home in upstate NY. It is titled "Rain Forest", dated 8/2007 a...
Acrylic, Canvas
$725
H 8 in W 8 in D 1.75 in
Calm And Cool - 2 - 8"x8", Green, Blue, Abstract Painting, Modern Landscape
By Andrea Stajan-Ferkul
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
Minimal art has a lot to say. In this abstract painting on canvas, emphasis is placed on simplified composition. Linear, textured detail creates subtle dimension within a harmonious ...
Canvas, Acrylic
Cosmic Tango - Abstract Painting
By David Tobey
Located in New York, NY
The painting is unframed, acrylic on canvas. About the Artwork: The cataclysmic dance of cosmic forces. About the Artist: As a visual artist David has been painting and sculpting most of his life. He is also a Julliard trained violinist. David combines his love of music to create a bond between his two passions. His paintings and prints have been featured in many publications such as the New York Times and Art in America. 25 of his paintings are featured in the book “Beyond Faith.” David has had many one man show and group shows in Chelsea, Soho and in Westchester. His paintings of 9/11 “Fallen Angels” was acquired by The George Bush presidential Library. His painting has benefited The Julliard School, the American Cancer Society, The National Scholastic Chess Foundation and the Westchester Philharmonic. Surrealism, Mythical Oil Painting...
Canvas, Acrylic
$1,200
H 20 in W 16 in D 1.75 in
Composed (Abstract 18) - 16"x20", Minimal Painting, Grey, White
By Andrea Stajan-Ferkul
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
This contemporary minimal abstract painting puts emphasis on simplified composition. Tone on tone greys builds up a subtle texture with a single, thick white brush stroke commanding ...
Canvas, Paper, Acrylic
$3,800
H 48 in W 48 in D 2 in
Composed (Abstract 29) - Minimal Abstract Painting, Black And White
By Andrea Stajan-Ferkul
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
A modern abstract painting. The black and white palette and minimal composition puts emphasis on the power of simplicity and restraint. Aesthetically calm, the painting invites the v...
Canvas, Paper, Acrylic
Earth Echo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chen Yu’s art started with lacquer painting. On this foundation, her materials experiments and conceptual extensions have developed in two directions; she is serious and measured, an...
Canvas, Lacquer, Mixed Media
$850
H 24 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Colorful Portrait Painting on Board by Peter Keil
By Peter Keil
Located in Hudson, NY
This modern abstract painting by Peter Keil is on a smooth masonite board with a painted grey background, black abstract portrait with many colors. Here you certainly see the Picasso...
Masonite, Acrylic, Board
$24,000
H 73.5 in W 73.5 in D 2.25 in
"Bodacious" Large Scale Black Blue White with Ochre Accents Abstract 72" x 72"
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"Bodacious" 2023, 72" x 72" square. An oversized, large-scale, bold and dramatic abstract painting consisting of acrylic, house paint, pencils, and oil pastels on canvas by Argentine...
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Color Pencil, House Paint
"Hopeful Tomorrow" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract statement painting by Julia Contacessi features a cool palette with washes of light and deep blue, and white and metallic gold accents at the center of the painting's c...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Pearl Sky No. 1" Framed Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract painting by Julia Contacessi features a blue palette, with light blue tones on the top half of the composition, deep blue on the bottom, and a metallic gold organically...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Pearl Sky No. 2" Framed Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract painting by Julia Contacessi features a blue palette, with light blue tones on the top half of the composition, deep blue on the bottom, and white and metallic gold org...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Land of Nod" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract statement painting by Julia Contacessi features a cool palette with washes of deep blue and white, and subtle metallic accents at the top of the composition. The painti...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Unity No. 1" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract painting by Julia Contacessi features a light, coastal blue palette. Washes of blue and white are softly blended together with metallic gold paint layered over top in s...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Unity No. 2" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract painting by Julia Contacessi features a light, coastal blue palette. Washes of blue and white are softly blended together with metallic gold paint layered over top in s...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Haven" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract painting by Julia Contacessi features a soft coastal palette with blue tones and layers of blush, white, and gold metallic accents blended together in a balanced compos...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Golden Hour" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This large abstract statement painting by Julia Contacessi is made with mixed media on canvas. It features a light, balanced composition with blue-grey and blush tones, and metallic ...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Delight in the Dawn" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This abstract painting by Julia Contacessi features a light, coastal palette, with washes of varying blue tones on the bottom of the composition and light blush and white tones at th...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Symphony" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This large abstract statement painting by Julia Contacessi features a cool palette with washes of deep blue and white, and metallic accents at the center and corner of the compositio...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Blush Lucite" Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This large abstract statement painting by Julia Contacessi is made with mixed media on canvas. It features a light, balanced composition and a warm neutral palette with blush tones, ...
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Dreams I, " Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
This large abstract statement painting by Julia Contacessi features a light coastal blue, cream, and off-white palette, with layers of light washes creating a coastal aesthetic. A la...
Canvas, Mixed Media