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Paul Norwood Paintings

American
“Communicating sensation through figuration has always been a central theme in my work. I never tire of the endless challenges and opportunities the human form presents. And by combining the figure with bold graphic elements, an invisible, layered reality emerges. Concentric circles echo the rippling of water and heighten the already charged world the figures inhabit. The aggressive handling of palette knife and paint mimic the fluidity and energy of the subject matter. I’m constantly striving to represent form with fewer strokes and a simpler palette, engaging the viewer to complete the piece in their own minds eye. I draw my inspiration from many different sources. The Bay Area figurative artists, the colorist approach of Fairfield Porter and the abstraction of Sonia Delaunay.” Paul Norwood grew up on the coast of Maine and decided early on that he’d rather paint the sea than fish from it. He went on to study fine art and graduate from Syracuse University with a BFA. His career as an art director and creative director has had a lasting influence on his work. He now paints full time at his studio in Mill Valley, California and on Martha’s Vineyard.
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Artist: Paul Norwood
"Painted Sky" Orange Acrylic Sun sets over the ocean, contrasted with blue sky
By Paul Norwood
Located in Edgartown, MA
Paul Norwood paints the world around him, blurring the lines between representation and abstraction. His loose, gestural style and bold, thick brushwork suggest rather than define fo...
Category

2010s Contemporary Paul Norwood Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"Golden" impasto painting: sunlit clouds rest over the ocean, lighting the shore
By Paul Norwood
Located in Edgartown, MA
Paul Norwood paints the world around him, blurring the lines between representation and abstraction. His loose, gestural style and bold, thick brushwork suggest rather than define fo...
Category

2010s Contemporary Paul Norwood Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"Approaching Front" storm clouds begin to cast shadow on the oceanside
By Paul Norwood
Located in Edgartown, MA
Paul Norwood paints the world around him, blurring the lines between representation and abstraction. His loose, gestural style and bold, thick brushwork suggest rather than define fo...
Category

2010s Contemporary Paul Norwood Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"Midas Clouds" Abstract landscape painting of gold clouds, blue water and hills
By Paul Norwood
Located in Edgartown, MA
Communicating sensation through figuration has always been a central theme in my work. I never tire of the endless challenges and opportunities the human form presents. And by combin...
Category

2010s Contemporary Paul Norwood Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"Chilmark Colors" abstract landscape painting of yellow sunset above blue ocean
By Paul Norwood
Located in Edgartown, MA
Communicating sensation through figuration has always been a central theme in my work. I never tire of the endless challenges and opportunities the human form presents. And by combin...
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2010s Contemporary Paul Norwood Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

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"Bay Blues" waves crash on the shore below a sky of clouds, impasto seascape
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Paul Norwood paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Paul Norwood paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Paul Norwood in acrylic paint, canvas, fabric 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 modern style. Not every interior allows for large Paul Norwood paintings, so small editions measuring 12 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Carlyle Wolfe Lee, Dennis Sheehan, and Jennifer Nehrbass. Paul Norwood paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,200 and tops out at $11,000, while the average work can sell for $6,500.