Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

American

BIOGRAPHY Marthann Masterson uses her paintings to chronicle her life story, her exploration and transcendence–whether she is creating a representational piece or an abstract dialogue of light, color and space. The artist says her path has been guided by fate. Her creative expression first came in the form of culinary arts. She built a successful career in catering to dignitaries, royalty and even rock stars. But it was when she was asked to run the cafe in the Museum of Fine Arts Houston that her attention was drawn to fine art. Marthann Masterson received formal instruction in painting at the Glassell School of Art, Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Later she was mentored by artist Alfredo Scaroina who introduced abstract techniques to her. In addition she has attended many workshops including studying under Audrey Phillips and twice painting in a workshop in San Miguel de Allende. She also attended the University of Houston, where she studied marketing and public relations. Today, Masterson, a third generation Houstonian, can be found in her studio at the Silos in Sawyer Yards where she has painted for many years. She counts Mark Rothko and Jackson Pollock as her influences–and strives to obtain a visual harmony similar to theirs–derived from the juxtaposition of precision and randomness. Both artists have inspired her to explore vibrancy and freedom in her work. Masterson’s paintings have been recognized for their passion, precision and elegance. Recent exhibitions include a group, juried show at the Woman’s New York Caucus of the Art and solo exhibits with Octavia Art Gallery and the Winter Street Studio Gallery, both in Houston. Her piece, “On the Outside” inspired a ballet by the Sarasota Ballet in Florida. The painting won an international competition sponsored through the nonprofit organization Embracing Our Differences and was seen by over 40,000 people. Masterson explains that, for her, art is a visual language, meant to awaken interest and inspire an audience. She uses art to share her emotions, sometimes hidden deeply beneath the surface, and hopes others will find inspiration in her work.

Artist: Marthann Masterson

Marthann MastersonBright Lights Big City Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art, 2025

$4,200

Bright Lights Big City Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

Bright Lights Big City Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art Bright Lights Big City Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art is a new acrylic drip pai...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Marthann MastersonShadow Dreams, 2021

$3,500

Shadow Dreams

By Marthann Masterson

Located in New Orleans, LA

Marthann Masterson’s abstract paintings are expressions of the energizing force of joy. Masterson has developed an artistic practice where lines of colorful acrylic paint are poured from the top of each canvas one inch apart, combined with mixed media, leaving her signature drip marks at the bottom. In her most recent body of work, Masterson’s application of bold vibrant colors has become more deliberate, exploring a new range of colors without inhibition. Masterson received formal instruction in painting at the Glassell School of Arts, Museum of Fine Arts Houston. The artist has exhibited her work throughout New York, Florida and Texas, where she had a solo exhibition with Octavia Art Gallery...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Marthann MastersonSpring Fling Drip Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art, 2025

$5,600

Spring Fling Drip Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

Spring Fling Drip Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art 48" x 60" Good Time is a new acrylic drip painting by Houston artist Marthann Masterson completed in April...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Marthann MastersonClowning Around Drip Painting Acrylic on Canvas 12" x 12" Abstract Contemporary, 2025

$1,000

Clowning Around Drip Painting Acrylic on Canvas 12" x 12" Abstract Contemporary

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

Clowning Around is a 12" x 12" drip painting by Texan artist Marthann Masterson. Clowning Around is acrylic on canvas. It is finished on the sides so there is no need for a frame co...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Marthann MastersonLiving The Good Life Drip Painting Contemporary Abstract Acrylic on Canvas, 2025

$1,250

Living The Good Life Drip Painting Contemporary Abstract Acrylic on Canvas

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

Living The Good Life Drip Painting Contemporary Abstract Acrylic on Canvas Living the Good Life is an contemporary abstract acrylic drip painting by Marthann Masterson. It is 24"...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Vè BoisvertWaves of Freedom - Abstract Gold Tone Textural Floral Acrylic Canvas Painting, 2025

$1,795

H 36 in W 48 in

Waves of Freedom - Abstract Gold Tone Textural Floral Acrylic Canvas Painting

By Vè Boisvert

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drawing inspiration from an immersive and impressionistic interpretation of nature, Canadian artist Vé Boisvert paints textural original artworks that capture the fleeting effects of...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Marcela JardonFloating Landscape 5362: Abstract Acrylic on Canvas, Framed, 2010+, 2023

$1,168

H 16.34 in W 10.83 in D 1.38 in

Floating Landscape 5362: Abstract Acrylic on Canvas, Framed, 2010+

By Marcela Jardon

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Floating landscapes (interdimensional maps) I use the word landscape in a broad sense that encompasses internal and external perceptions, but not necessarily what is visible. The lan...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic, Cotton Canvas

Luis Alexander Rodríguez (Ie-Xiua)Andean Fish Painting on Cotton Canvas, Abstract Landscape, Signed, 2026

$850

H 27.56 in W 33.47 in D 0.4 in

Andean Fish Painting on Cotton Canvas, Abstract Landscape, Signed

Located in Bogotá, Bogotá

Painting on canvas depicting a Fish, integrated into an abstract landscape constructed with planes of color. The composition is organized through distinct areas that define a landsca...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Angela WakefieldAbstract Musician in Practice Room Original Painting by Contemporary Artist, 1999

$34,412

H 30 in W 40 in D 1.5 in

Abstract Musician in Practice Room Original Painting by Contemporary Artist

By Angela Wakefield

Located in Preston, GB

Abstract Musician in Practice Room Original Painting by Contemporary Artist An extremely rare early work from leading British Contemporary Artist, ...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Cotton, Paint, Varnish, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, ...

Angela WakefieldRed & Blue Expressive Acrylic Painting of M6 Motorway, Abstract Style, 2000's, 2005

$34,506

H 30 in W 30 in D 1.75 in

Red & Blue Expressive Acrylic Painting of M6 Motorway, Abstract Style, 2000's

By Angela Wakefield

Located in Preston, GB

Red & Blue Expressive Acrylic Painting of M6 Motorway, Abstract Style, 2000's - a rare early critically acclaimed expressive painting by Contemporary Artist, Angela Wakefield A...

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Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Gabriela Azar SchreinerSepia Murmur by Gabriela Azar Schreiner. Contemporary abstract Painting, 2025

$1,590

H 37.41 in W 37.41 in D 1.58 in

Sepia Murmur by Gabriela Azar Schreiner. Contemporary abstract Painting

By Gabriela Azar Schreiner

Located in Mentone, AU

This painting is unstretched and unframed. It will be carefully rolled and shipped in a tube. "Creating large-scale abstract paintings that evoke tranquility and presence in any spac...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic

Karnish ArtSpace and Time: Maximalism Painting Large Original Unique Authentic, 2026

$1,500

H 39.77 in W 29.93 in D 0.79 in

Space and Time: Maximalism Painting Large Original Unique Authentic

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title; Space and Time Modern, Maximalism, Painting, Large, Original, Unique, Authentic, Bold, Statement, One-of-a-kind In this Maximalist and unique piece, I poured energy and emot...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Wood, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Mario AngelLas Rosas - Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Abstract, 24in x 36in, 2026

$1,280

H 36 in W 24 in D 1.5 in

Las Rosas - Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Abstract, 24in x 36in

By Mario Angel

Located in Mississauga, CA

This fine art piece, titled "Las Rosas," is a profound example of cubist-expressionist still life, characterized by its intricate tapestry of interconnected, biomorphic floral and ar...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Nicholas Evans"Wraiths Petals" (abstract, dark, flora, floral landscape, black, pink, green), 2024

$550

H 16.15 in W 10.63 in D 0.79 in

"Wraiths Petals" (abstract, dark, flora, floral landscape, black, pink, green)

By Nicholas Evans

Located in Paris, IDF

WRAITHS, PETALS 2024 Paris, France "Wraiths, Petals" is a dark, flora, atmospheric painting that blends organic forms with abstraction. Created using a mix of oil paint, oil stick, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Oil Crayon, Dye, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

Shizico YiOriginal Diptych-Jardin d'Hiver Moonlit Series-Awarded Artist-Dahlias in blooms, 2026

$2,732

H 23.63 in W 39.38 in D 0.12 in

Original Diptych-Jardin d'Hiver Moonlit Series-Awarded Artist-Dahlias in blooms

By Shizico Yi

Located in London, GB

[Jardin d'Hiver] is Shizico Yi's on-going series, created in her winter studio while savouring for the summer left behind. This diptych included one evening scene of the last full m...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Warlimpirrnga TjapaltjarriTingari Abstract Painting on Cotton Canvas, Acrylic, 2010+, Unframed, 2021

$40,000

H 47.25 in W 70.87 in

Tingari Abstract Painting on Cotton Canvas, Acrylic, 2010+, Unframed

By Warlimpirrnga Tjapaltjarri

Located in Miami, FL

Warlimpirrnga Tjapaltjarri was the son of Papalya Nangala and Waku Tjungurrayi, an old man who had three wives (Papalya and two of her siste...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Angela WakefieldM6 Motorway in England - a rare early critically acclaimed expressive painting, 2005

$34,506

H 30 in W 30 in D 1.75 in

M6 Motorway in England - a rare early critically acclaimed expressive painting

By Angela Wakefield

Located in Preston, GB

M6 Motorway in England - an rare early critically acclaimed expressive painting by Contemporary Artist, Angela Wakefield Art measures 30 x 30 inches (box canvas, unframed) Angela...

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Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Previously Available Items

Marthann MastersonA Ray of Light Contemporary Abstract Landscape Colors Oil on Canvas 48"x36", 2025

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H 48 in W 36 in D 1 in

A Ray of Light Contemporary Abstract Landscape Colors Oil on Canvas 48"x36"

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

A Ray of Light #2 is a new painting by Marthann Masterton completed in her Houston studio. It is 48" x 36" , acrylic on canvas. They say that if you do what you love, you’ll never w...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Marthann MastersonGood Times Drip Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art, 2025

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H 34 in W 54 in D 1.5 in

Good Times Drip Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

Good Times Drip Painting Abstract Plethora of Colors Contemporary Art Good Time is a new acrylic drip painting by Houston artist Marthann Masterson completed in April 2025 in her ...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Marthann MastersonRed, Blue, Yellow, and Green Abstract Contemporary Landscape Painting, 21st Century

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H 36 in W 36 in D 1.5 in

Red, Blue, Yellow, and Green Abstract Contemporary Landscape Painting

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

Red, blue, yellow, and green abstract impressionist landscape painting by Houston, TX artist Marthann Masterson. The piece depicts a dark landscape of a plane with warm-toned skies. Signed by the artist at the bottom right. Unframed but framing options are available. Artist Biography: Marthann Masterson uses her exploration and transcendence–whether she is creating a representational piece or an abstract dialogue of light, color, and space. The artist says her path has been guided by fate. Her creative expression first came in the form of culinary arts. She built a successful career catering to dignitaries, royalty, and even rock stars. But it was when she was asked to run the cafe in the Museum of Fine Arts Houston that her attention was drawn to fine art. Marthann Masterson received formal instruction in painting at the Glassell School of Art, Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Later she was mentored by artist Alfredo Scaroina who introduced abstract techniques to her. In addition, she has attended many workshops including studying under Audrey Phillips...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Marthann MastersonCandy Land II, Oil Drip Painting, Abstract, Plethora of Colors , Emotions, 2021

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H 24 in W 12 in D 1.5 in

Candy Land II, Oil Drip Painting, Abstract, Plethora of Colors , Emotions

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

They say that if you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life – and Marthann Masterson is fortunate in that sense. The native Houstonian is currently on her third caree...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Marthann MastersonMonopoly II, Oil Painting, Drip Painting, Abstract, Plethora of Colors , Emotions, 2021

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H 30 in W 40 in D 1 in

Monopoly II, Oil Painting, Drip Painting, Abstract, Plethora of Colors , Emotions

By Marthann Masterson

Located in Houston, TX

They say that if you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life – and Marthann Masterson is fortunate in that sense. The native Houstonian is currently on her third caree...

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2010s Abstract Marthann Masterson Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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