Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
American, b. 1971
Liz Barber is a distinguished contemporary artist known for her light-infused paintings inspired by the ocean and water. Soft & sultry vibrant abstracts will sweep you away.
Barber studied painting at the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, and currently is based in Georgia, USA. Commissions and permanent collections include: The Beverly Hills Hotel, The Cosmopolitan Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT, The Ritz Carlton and The Four Seasons Hotels.
Barber’s method is varied, first using ink, gouache and watercolour to lay the foundation of the artwork. These translucent “footprints” are manipulated and circulated around
to form the composition. She uses graphite and oil pastel to create drawn elements. Mark making plays a big role in the language of Barber’s work while also acting as a resting place for the eye.
Translucency, texture, and layers are created in epic proportion in Barber’s paintings and are the result of her varied experimentation process. These organic bursts of energy inspired by nature's movement are the result of adding water and other mediums to the materials. Leaning towards calm, soothing organic application over the vigorous brushstroke, Barber applies more distinct edges with oil paint to pronounce the gems in the underlying layers.
"My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature's movement, fusing the present with memories. Form, line and color fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volumetric configurations. I feel this effect captures nature's essence; forceful texture and gentle luminosity." - Liz Barber(Biography provided by DECORAZONgallery)
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Artist: Liz Barber
Summer Garden I
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volu...
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Mixed Media
Spring Tulips
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volu...
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Mixed Media
Pansy
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
This painting pairs well with Liz Barber's "Early Tulip."
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall int...
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Mixed Media
Early Tulip
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
This painting pairs well with Liz Barber's "Pansy."
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Garden Light 10
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Garden Dance 5
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Garden Dance 7
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volu...
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Harbor 8, abstract painting on canvas, layered with bright colors and blue tones
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
"Harbor 8" is a brightly colored abstract painting with richly layered blue tones, inks and paint. It is sized at 48x60 inches, and can be inst...
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Buttercup 4, abstract yellow and gray painting on canvas of beautiful flower
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
Liz Barber is a distinguished contemporary artist known for her light-infused paintings inspired by the ocean and water. Let her soft & sultry vibrant abstracts will sweep you away! ...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Shadow Blooms 3, large abstract painting on canvas, layered with bright colors
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
"Shadow Blooms 3" is a brightly colored abstract painting with richly layered tones, inks and paint. It is sized at 48x60 inches, and can be in...
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Water Blooms 8, large abstract painting on canvas, layered with bright colors
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
"Water Blooms 8" is a brightly colored abstract painting with richly layered tones, inks and paint. It is sized at 48x60 inches, and can be installed both vertically or horizontally....
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Magnolia 1
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volumetric configurations.
She pours colors onto the canvas and watches what happens. Intuitively, she then edits.
Barber uses a form of mixed media which allows for more creative freedom and gives the materials a voice.
This painting makes a beautiful pair with the Liz Barber painting, "Magnolia 2...
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Magnolia 2
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volumetric configurations.
She pours colors onto the canvas and watches what happens. Intuitively, she then edits.
Barber uses a form of mixed media which allows for more creative freedom and gives the materials a voice.
This painting makes a beautiful pair with the Liz Barber painting, "Magnolia 1."
The most common reoccurring theme in Barber’s work is the ocean or natural elements and forms. The shapes serve as anchors for the mind to stop and reflect upon. They can be ambiguous or recognizable forms based on what the viewer brings to the piece.
Barber leans towards distinctive color palettes at certain times of the year as the seasons change. They are either subtle or intense color interaction...
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2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Azalea Bloom I
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volumetric configurations.
She pours colors onto the canvas and watches what happens. Intuitively, she then edits.
Barber uses a form of mixed media which allows for more creative freedom and gives the materials a voice.
The most common reoccurring theme in Barber’s work is the ocean or natural elements and forms. The shapes serve as anchors for the mind to stop and reflect upon. They can be ambiguous or recognizable forms based on what the viewer brings to the piece.
Barber leans towards distinctive color palettes at certain times of the year as the seasons change. They are either subtle or intense color interaction...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Canvas
"Spring Rush" Contemporary Abstract Framed Mixed Media On Canvas Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Spring Rush" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract, asymmetrical forms in electric yellows, blues, magentas, and stark white. The artist's technique of...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
"Water Bloom 3" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Water Bloom 3" is a framed mix media work by Liz Barber on canvas depicting water in soft creams and grays. The organic lines and shapes emulate playful, frenetic movement, balanced...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Mixed Media
"Blue Blooms 7-II" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Blue Blooms 7-II" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract, asymmetric forms in vibrant indigo and yellow ochre. The organic lines and shapes emulate play...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
"Blue Blooms 7-I" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Blue Blooms 7-I" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract, asymmetric forms in vibrant indigo and yellow ochre. The organic lines and shapes emulate playf...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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"Spring Tulips 3" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Spring Tulips 3" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract, asymmetrical forms in magenta, yellow, and teal. The artist's technique of layering paint evoke...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
"Peony 7" Contemporary Abstract Floral Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Peony 7" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, depicting an abstracted, asymmetrical flower in soft creams and grays. The organic lines and shapes emulate playful, f...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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"Summer Sway 3" Abstract Contemporary Mixed Media on Canvas Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Summer Sway 3" is an unframed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract shapes and gestural paint drips. The vibrant colors and expressive mark-making stand...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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"Spring Petals 1" Abstract Mixed Media with Pink, Green and Blue Movement
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Spring Petals 1" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract, asymmetrical forms in magenta, cerulean, yellow, and teal. The artist's technique of layering paint evokes the organic flow of watercolor pieces as one vibrant color bleeds into another. The intensity of the bright colors is balanced by the quiet white and playful drips for a seamlessly tranquil piece.
This piece is finished in a silver scooped...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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"Promise of Spring 7" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media Canvas Framed Triptych
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Promise of Spring 7" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract, asymmetric forms in oranges, pinks, blues, and grays. The artist's use of layered paint and...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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"Rose 3" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Rose 3" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract, asymmetric forms in pink, blue, yellow and gray. The organic lines and shapes emulate playful movement, ...
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2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Abstract Paintings
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Liz Barber abstract paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Liz Barber abstract paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Liz Barber in canvas, fabric, mixed media and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Liz Barber abstract paintings, so small editions measuring 36 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Jylian Gustlin, Sarah Alexander, and Mel Davis. Liz Barber abstract paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $4,800 and tops out at $12,800, while the average work can sell for $8,400.