Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

Canadian, American, b. 1949

Thomas Whent is a self-taught abstract painter whose bold, emotionally charged works reflect both a deep curiosity and an unwavering drive to create. A longtime general contractor on the Monterey Peninsula, Whent turned to painting in 2020 when the pandemic temporarily shut down his construction business. What began as a challenge from his wife, Penny, also a painter, quickly evolved into a passionate and prolific practice. Drawing on his background in building and design, Whent brings a unique physicality to his work. He often uses trowels, rakes, and layering techniques more common to drywall or stucco than to canvas, resulting in highly textured surfaces alive with energy and movement. His paintings explore abstraction through vibrant color fields, gestural marks, and symbolic forms, ranging from radiant trees to cosmic bursts, often guided by intuition rather than plan. Whent favors acrylics for their immediacy and versatility, embracing vibrant palettes that feel at once joyful and elemental. He has also explored folk-inspired silhouettes and pointillist effects, always pushing the boundaries of the medium with spontaneous experimentation. His work has resonated widely, earning strong responses during Carmel’s Arts Habitat Open Studio Tours, where collectors were drawn to his dynamic compositions and raw expression. Despite coming to art later in life, Whent’s rapid evolution and dedication speak to a creative instinct that was always present, waiting for the right moment to ignite. Today, his studio practice is a source of both personal fulfillment and public celebration, with each canvas offering a window into his sense of wonder, resilience, and craftsmanship.

Artist: Thomas Whent

Thomas Whent"Goldschlager" - Vivid Textured Abstract Expressionism with Gold and Warm Colors, 2025

$5,000

"Goldschlager" - Vivid Textured Abstract Expressionism with Gold and Warm Colors

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Goldschlager" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Goldschlager" by Thomas Whent radi...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Blue Beachwood" - Abstract Art with a Golden Tree and Blue Leaves - Earth Tones, 2025

$2,540

"Blue Beachwood" - Abstract Art with a Golden Tree and Blue Leaves - Earth Tones

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Blue Beachwood" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Blue Beachwood" stands tall and ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Bitcoin" - Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Painting in Gold, Red, and Black, 2025

$4,500

"Bitcoin" - Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Painting in Gold, Red, and Black

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Bitcoin" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Bitcoin" is a bold tangle of fire-orang...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Autumn Storm" - Vibrant Red and Yellow Acrylic Abstract Art with a White Tree, 2023

$2,300

"Autumn Storm" - Vibrant Red and Yellow Acrylic Abstract Art with a White Tree

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Autumn Storm" 2023 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. In "Autumn Storm," a ghostly white ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Bonfire" - Warm Fiery Textured Abstract Expressionist in Gold, Red, and Black, 2025

$2,800

"Bonfire" - Warm Fiery Textured Abstract Expressionist in Gold, Red, and Black

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Bonfire" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Bonfire" radiates with raw energy, its ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Summer Days" - Dynamic Splatter Abstract Expressionist in Cool and Earth Tones, 2024

$3,600

"Summer Days" - Dynamic Splatter Abstract Expressionist in Cool and Earth Tones

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Summer Days" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. Framed: 49" x 37" x 1.5" "Summer Da...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Invictus" - Brilliant Colorful Splatter Abstract Expressionism in Warm Palette, 2022

$2,300

"Invictus" - Brilliant Colorful Splatter Abstract Expressionism in Warm Palette

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Invictus" 2022 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. Framed: 32" x 32" x 1" "Invictus" by T...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Camp Fire" - Pulsing Contemporary Abstract Expressionist with Crimson and Black, 2025

$5,400

"Camp Fire" - Pulsing Contemporary Abstract Expressionist with Crimson and Black

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Camp Fire" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Camp Fire" pulls you into a glowing f...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Chardonnay Nights" - Brilliant Splatter Abstract Expressionist in Cool Palette, 2022

$2,300

"Chardonnay Nights" - Brilliant Splatter Abstract Expressionist in Cool Palette

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Chardonnay Nights" 2022 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. Framed: 28" x 28" x 1" "Chard...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Andromeda" - Contemporary Splatter Abstract with Black, Red, and Earth Tones, 2024

$3,000

"Andromeda" - Contemporary Splatter Abstract with Black, Red, and Earth Tones

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Andromeda" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. Framed: 34" x 34" x 1" A rush of star...

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2010s Contemporary Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Volcano" - Colorful Contemporary Abstract with Pointillism and Splatter Paint, 2023

$3,500

"Volcano" - Colorful Contemporary Abstract with Pointillism and Splatter Paint

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Volcano" 2023 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. Framed: 35" x 35" x 1.5" "Volcano" by T...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Thomas Whent"Party Tree" - Playful Contemporary Abstract White Tree with Colorful Lights, 2024

$3,200

"Party Tree" - Playful Contemporary Abstract White Tree with Colorful Lights

By Thomas Whent

Located in Carmel, CA

Thomas Whent (Canadian-American, born 1949) "Party Tree" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Party Tree" by Thomas Whent bursts w...

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2010s Contemporary Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Charles David FrancisGarden Series - Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed, 2017

$800Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 22 in D 0.75 in

Garden Series - Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed

By Charles David Francis

Located in Soquel, CA

Garden Series - Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed Vibrant and textured abstract composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018). A...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtThe Guardians and the Carnival: Large Abstract Painting, Colorful, Joy, Modern, 2021

$1,900

H 35.83 in W 47.64 in D 0.79 in

The Guardians and the Carnival: Large Abstract Painting, Colorful, Joy, Modern

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: The Guardians and the Carnival Abstract Painting Modern Bold Invest Colorful Large Contemporary Joy Love the detail in this artwork by Karnish. This work is part of a serie...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Color Pencil, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtBold Contemporary - Abstract Painting, Colorful Texture, Large, Dream, 2020

$1,700

H 35.83 in W 35.83 in D 0.79 in

Bold Contemporary - Abstract Painting, Colorful Texture, Large, Dream

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Interconnected Dream Bold Abstract Contemporary Colorful Masculine Investment Red Yellow Grey Blue Orange Texture Detail This series expresses our unity and our interconnect...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Pencil, Color Pencil, Gesso, Canvas, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtGolden Thread - Painting Abstract Expression Gilding Calm Ocean Blue Abundance, 2024

$600

H 24.02 in W 24.02 in D 0.79 in

Golden Thread - Painting Abstract Expression Gilding Calm Ocean Blue Abundance

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Golden Thread Golden Thread - Painting Abstract Expression Gilding Calm Ocean Blue Abundance Gold In this piece, I've embraced the dance of harmony and flow. With featherli...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Karnish ArtNew Beginnings: Large Painting Modern Abstract Colorful Bold Invest Original, 2024

$1,290

H 24.02 in W 29.93 in D 1.58 in

New Beginnings: Large Painting Modern Abstract Colorful Bold Invest Original

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: New Beginnings Painting, Modern, Abstract, Colorful, Contemporary, Invest, Artwork, Original, One-of-a-kind, Authentic This original piece is a vibrant tapestry of life's co...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtA Bunch of Joy: Acrylic, Painting, Abstract, Expressionist, Ready to hang, 2025

$350

H 16.15 in W 16.15 in D 0.4 in

A Bunch of Joy: Acrylic, Painting, Abstract, Expressionist, Ready to hang

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: A Bunch of Joy Floral Gem Joy Flowers Nature Colorful Investment Energy Mother Earth This small-scale artwork, will shine light and joy in the collector's space. A Bunch of...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtThe Guardians of Pathways - Large Abstract Painting, Original, Bold, Unique, 2026

$1,700

H 29.93 in W 39.77 in D 1.97 in

The Guardians of Pathways - Large Abstract Painting, Original, Bold, Unique

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

The Guardians of Pathways is a large contemporary painting that explores the emotional terrain of abundance, freedom and the journey of life. Created with vibrant acrylics, charcoal,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Charcoal, Acrylic, Color Pencil, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtEvanescence of Time: Large Abstract Acrylic Painting in Bold Blue, 2024

$1,720

H 32.68 in W 46.46 in D 1.19 in

Evanescence of Time: Large Abstract Acrylic Painting in Bold Blue

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Evanescence of Time Evanescence Painting Large Contemporary Bold Blue Statement Figurative Modern Texture Stories In this vibrant acrylic painting, I've infused the essence ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Charles David Francis"Newport Fall Garden" Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed, 2017

$800Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 22 in D 0.75 in

"Newport Fall Garden" Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed

By Charles David Francis

Located in Soquel, CA

"Newport Fall Garden" Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed Vibrant and textured abstract composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-20...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Charles David FrancisBlue with Yellow- Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed, 2016

$1,000

H 28 in W 22 in D 0.75 in

Blue with Yellow- Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed

By Charles David Francis

Located in Soquel, CA

Blue with Yellow- Expressionist Composition in Acrylic on Canvas, Signed Vibrant and textured abstract composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018)....

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Karnish ArtGift of Gold: Original Large Contemporary Floral Painting Landscape, 2026

$1,500

H 29.93 in W 39.77 in D 0.79 in

Gift of Gold: Original Large Contemporary Floral Painting Landscape

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: Enchanted: Gift of Gold Large Floral Painting, Iris, Bold, Show-stopper, Gift, Gold, Striking, Joy, Abundance This is another soulful floral artwork by Karnish, available fr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Gold

Karnish ArtFloral Still-life Acrylic Painting, Abstract Expressionism, Original, 2025

$350

H 16.15 in W 16.15 in D 0.4 in

Floral Still-life Acrylic Painting, Abstract Expressionism, Original

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Title: It's Beautiful Floral Still-life Colorful Delight Invest Flowers Bouquet Joy Energy Captivating This small-scale painting will energize the collectors space with abundance a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Thomas Whent Abstract Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

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