Born and raised in California, contemporary painter Jylian Gustlin makes art that is heavily inspired by our technology-driven world. Gustlin's firsthand experiences with the rise of Silicon Valley loom large in her abstract paintings and figurative paintings.
Gustlin grew up in San Francisco and attended San Jose State University in the early 1980s, where she studied computer science and mathematics. She left the university just one semester short of finishing her course requirements, opting instead to make art. Gustlin enrolled at the Academy of Art University and graduated with a BFA in 1986. She subsequently embarked on a career as a graphics programmer at Apple Inc.
Gustlin started to show her art in the 1990s, with her first exhibit, "Small Works," held at the Pope Gallery in Santa Cruz in 1994. She continued exhibiting throughout California into the mid-2000s, and later in New York City and the rest of the country.
Gustlin draws on the legendary decades-long Bay Area Figurative Movement and creates abstract and representational art that explores Fibonacci mathematical theories. She works with acrylic paints, epoxy resins, wax, charcoal, graphite and more to create provocative mixed-media paintings that feature complex, dazzling patterns and rich swathes of color.
Gustlin continues to live and work in California, painting out of a studio on her family's large compound. In 2022, she honored her family and their support of her work with an exhibition called "Terra Familia" at Gallery MAR in Park City, Utah. Many of the pieces represented a collaboration with her brothers and sisters.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Jylian Gustlin paintings.
Fibonacci 430 Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Panel, Signed Artwork
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Navy blue to light blue, with white, cream, and touches of yellow, are celebrated in this abstract geometric mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers and layers of complex an...
Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
Divus 13
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Jylian Gustlin’s paintings are process driven – when looking at her work there is a sense the painting was “made” with effort, intention and even strength. The artist starts with an ...
Mixed Media, Wood Panel
Entropy 42 / contemporary color - math + sciene + art
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Abstract geometric mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers, and layers of complex and beautiful lines and marks that delve into the connection between mathematics and scienc...
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
Divus 10
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Jylian Gustlin’s paintings are process driven – when looking at her work there is a sense the painting was “made” with effort, intention and even strength. The artist starts with an ...
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel
Entropy 20 / contemporary - math + sciene + art
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Abstracted geometric contemporary landscape mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers, and layers of complex and beautiful lines and marks that delve into the connection betwe...
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
Fibonacci 410 Abstract Painting, Acrylic on Panel, 21st Century
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Navy blue to light blue, with white, cream, and touches of yellow, are celebrated in this abstract geometric mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers and layers of complex an...
Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
"Entropy 39" Abstract mixed media painting in red, white and light green
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Edgartown, MA
Abstract mixed media painting in red, white and light green. Jylian Gustlin is a native Californian and grew up in the San Francisco bay area. She has been shaped by the technology...
Oil Pastel, Wax, Oil, Acrylic, Graphite
$975
H 12 in W 12 in
"Brian O'Neill's 'Deep Dive 1' Original Acrylic Painting with 24K Gold Leaf"
Located in Denver, CO
Brian O'Neill's "Deep Dive 1" is an extraordinary original artwork created in 2024. This piece measures 12 x 12 x 1.50 inches (30.48 x 30.48 x 3.81 cm) and showcases a masterful blen...
Gold Leaf
$1,780
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.12 in
Original-Jardin d'Hiver-British Awarded Artist-Impasto, oil, goldleaf on Dahlias
Located in London, GB
Jardin d'Hiver Series is Shizico Yi's latest collection, created in her winter studio while savouring for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en pl...
Gold Leaf
Black Table Red Legs
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A painting from the popular "black table" series by Darius Yektai.
Epoxy Resin, Oil, Canvas
$2,000
H 18 in W 13 in D 0.75 in
"Nature and Human Relation-Ships" Abstract Portrait Expressionist Painting
By Suki Maguire
Located in New York, NY
This piece is an abstract composition done with mixed media, oil and acrylic paints on linen. The artist explores an incredible world filled with color and expressive brush strokes. ...
Linen, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$592
H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in
Blue Lagoon of Miyako Island // Japan / Abstract Sea Water / good positive vibes
Located in Zofingen, AG
Blue Lagoon of Miyako Island lies 300 km west of Okinawa and is known for its beaches, which are considered the best in Japan. The blue water shines like a polished emerald. The...
Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$3,360Sale Price|40% Off
H 67 in W 52 in
Art School - Large Oversized Original Textural Figurative Abstract Expressionist
By Jonas Fisch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swedish artist Jonas Fisch’s imagery is vibrantly buzzing with colorful commentary on society - past and present - morphed into figures, words, and shapes. His heavily layered canvas...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Bella Vista 3 - Modern Acrylic Colorful Striped Resin Artwork
By Ricky Hunt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ricky Hunt’s mixed media minimalist wall art is influenced by his tumultuous past that led to a paradigm shift in creativity and life. He covers the wood panel with layers of acrylic...
Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel
$950
H 12 in W 12 in D 2 in
Trio of Vessels and A Purple Stem by Ellen Rolli, Contemporary Still Life
By Ellen Rolli
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elevate your space with Trio of Vessels and A Purple Stem, a sophisticated 12 x 12-inch acrylic painting by Ellen Rolli. With expressive brushstrokes and a balanced composition, this...
Canvas, Acrylic
$5,000
H 18.25 in W 26.5 in D 0.5 in
"Wild White Horses" Contemporary Outsider Urban Expressionism Painting Framed
By Purvis Young
Located in New York, NY
The painting is an expressive, abstract work by Purvis Young with a strong emphasis on dynamic brushwork and a limited color palette dominated by deep reds, off-whites, and subtle ac...
Found Objects, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Cardboard
$7,500
H 60 in W 48 in D 1.5 in
Velocity Bloom, Contemporary Abstract Painting by Matt Higgins
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This large-scale oil painting on a wood panel bursts with kinetic energy and bold color, dominated by a vivid red background that envelops and contrasts with dynamic strokes of blue,...
Oil, Wood Panel
$975
H 12 in W 12 in
"Sky Drama 1" By Brian O'Neill, Original Acrylic Painting with 24K Gold Leaf
Located in Denver, CO
Brian O'Neill's "Sky Drama 1" is a captivating original artwork created in 2024. This piece measures 12 x 12 x 1.50 inches (30.48 x 30.48 x 3.81 cm) and features a sophisticated comb...
Gold Leaf
$670
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.12 in
Original-Magic Bell in the Night-UK Awarded Artist-Botanical Abstract Expression
Located in London, GB
In her latest series, "The Weaver," Shizico explores forms, layers, and time onto canvases. Applying the format of diptychs and triptychs, she creates lyrical narratives, capturing t...
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
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H 48 in W 72 in D 2 in
ENTROPY 1 / minimal abstract painting with resin - math + sciene + art
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Bold, neutral grey, cream and ivory with neon green and touches of orange are celebrated in this abstract geometric mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers and layers of com...
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
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H 48 in W 60 in
"Entropy 50" Abstract mixed media painting with blue, yellow and grey lines
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Edgartown, MA
Abstract mixed media painting with blue, grey and yellow lines. Jylian Gustlin is a native Californian and grew up in the San Francisco bay area. She has been shaped by the technol...
Oil Pastel, Wax, Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel, Graphite
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H 48 in W 48 in
"Entropy 52" Abstract mixed media painting with light green, red and blue
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Edgartown, MA
Abstract mixed media painting with light green, red and blue. Jylian Gustlin is a native Californian and grew up in the San Francisco bay area. S...
Oil Pastel, Wax, Oil, Acrylic, Graphite, Wood Panel, Handmade Paper
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H 48 in W 48 in
"Fibonacci 414" Abstract mixed media painting with white, blue, yellow and red
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Edgartown, MA
Abstract mixed media painting with white, red, blue and yellow. Jylian Gustlin is a native Californian and grew up in the San Francisco bay area. She has been shaped by the technol...
Oil Pastel, Wax, Oil, Acrylic, Graphite
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H 36 in W 72 in
"Fibonacci 413" Abstract mixed media painting with green. blue, yellow and red
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Edgartown, MA
Abstract mixed media painting with green, blue, yellow and red. Jylian Gustlin is a native Californian and grew up in the San Francisco bay area. She has been shaped by the technolo...
Oil Pastel, Wax, Oil, Acrylic, Graphite
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H 60 in W 60 in D 2 in
Fibonacci 318 / contemporary modern color - math + sciene + art
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Bold, bright and lively color abounds in this abstract geometric mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers, and layers of complex and beautiful line work, marks and circles th...
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
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H 60 in W 60 in D 2 in
Fibonacci 263 / contemporary modern painting with resin - math + sciene + art
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Bold, neutral cream and navy - color of land and water - in this abstract geometric mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers, and layers of complex and beautiful line work, m...
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
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H 48 in W 84 in D 2 in
Fibonacci 401 / contemporary abstract color - math + sciene + art
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Bold and colorful abstract geometric mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers, resin and layers of complex and beautiful lines, marks and circles that delve into the connecti...
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
Entropy 10
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Burlingame, CA
Abstract geometric mixed media painting with acrylic, ink, polymers, and layers of complex and beautiful lines and marks, that delve into the connection between mathematics and scien...
Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Panel
Sirens 7
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Edgartown, MA
Jylian Gustlin is a native Californian and grew up in the San Francisco bay area. She has been shaped by the technology explosion of Silicon Valley and her art reflects her in-depth ...
Mixed Media, Wood Panel
Otium 4
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Edgartown, MA
Jylian Gustlin is a native Californian and grew up in the San Francisco bay area. She has been shaped by the technology explosion of Silicon Valley and her art reflects her in-depth ...
Mixed Media, Wood Panel
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H 60 in W 36 in
"Juno 1" Mixed Media Figurative Painting with Bright colors and White
By Jylian Gustlin
Located in Edgartown, MA
"Juno 1" Mixed Media Figurative Painting with Bright colors and White Jylian Gustlin is a native Californian and grew up in the San Francisco bay area. She has been shaped by the te...
Mixed Media, Wood Panel