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Tom Reno Paintings

American, b. 1948
Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who now resides in New Mexico. He is the paragon of a free-spirited artist who lives much of his life as a nomad traveling across the United States. Reno's spirituality and life philosophy are integral to his creative process. He describes his paintings as “destinations in your mind." Reno was born in Hollywood in 1948 and grew up in California's San Fernando Valley. He was a creative child and often made art, but never with the expectation of one day becoming an artist. After he completed high school, he served for three years in the United States Army in Vietnam— an experience which he ironically referred to as “enlightening.” Reno's time in the military gave him a renewed appreciation for life and freedom. He sought to live life entirely on his own terms from then on. The day he left the military, he tore off his shirt, jumped in his car, and drove straight to Denver to ski with his friends. The fervor for living life to the fullest hasn't left him to this day. Before Reno became a professional artist, he was a sign painter for many years. Sign painting was, what he called, a “freedom job". He could make a living while traveling around the United States, free of bosses and obligations. He found businesses looking to have their old signs restored and, and he offered to paint them. He felt satisfaction with “becoming a little part of each town." Reno's goal for painting is to "tap into the energy of the moment". He starts by looking at a canvas and waiting patiently for inspiration. Suddenly, he sees a color combination or compositional pattern and begins working. “It’s almost like a place in your mind that you go that you can’t describe." Reno’s opinion is that abstract art is a pure form of expression and an energetic practice. He believes excellence in abstract art is a function of life experience rather than technical knowledge. When asked about whether he received any formal training, he responded “I'm not really a formal training kind of guy.” Reno describes his art as the antithesis to his work as a sign painter. Sign painting is repetitive and highly controlled. Conversely, abstract paintings are spontaneous and physical like a dance. He draws an analogy to life, and describes: "Paintings encapsulate a mini lifetime on each canvas: there's the rush of starting- some things work, and others don't, and in the end it all seems to be about perseverance."
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Artist: Tom Reno
"Sky Blue and Multi Color Abstract" Large Painting Cobalt Yellow Red Gestural
"Sky Blue and Multi Color Abstract" Large Painting Cobalt Yellow Red Gestural

"Sky Blue and Multi Color Abstract" Large Painting Cobalt Yellow Red Gestural

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Artist: Tom Reno Measurements: 72 x 50 in. Medium: Acrylic on Canvas A brilliant, large scale, abstract painting by Tom Reno, executed in acrylic on canvas. This 72 x 50 inch canva...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Four Quadrants Abstract
Four Quadrants Abstract

Four Quadrants Abstract

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Artist: Tom Reno Measurements: 60 x 48 Medium: Acrylic on Canvas A an elegant composition by Tom Reno executed in acrylic on canvas. This harmonious painting balances layers of dee...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Red and Blue Abstract" Large Painting Gestural Color Fields
"Red and Blue Abstract" Large Painting Gestural Color Fields

"Red and Blue Abstract" Large Painting Gestural Color Fields

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Artist: Tom Reno Measurements: 60 x 48 inches Medium: Oil on Canvas A striking abstract composition by Tom Reno, executed in acrylic on canvas. Reno describes his pieces as "destin...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Red and Orange Abstract" Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Painting
"Red and Orange Abstract" Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Painting

"Red and Orange Abstract" Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Painting

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

By Tom Reno 5" x 7" - Acrylic paint on paper Framed Size: 9.5" x 11.5" An contemporary abstract expressionist painting featuring wavy black lines with orange and red on a white backg...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

"Abstract in White with Red and Earth Tones"
"Abstract in White with Red and Earth Tones"

"Abstract in White with Red and Earth Tones"

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Artist: Tom Reno Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Measurments: 60 x 48 inches An captivating abstract painting by Tom Reno, executed in acrylic on canvas. The picture features a dance of ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"09 Space" Large Abstract Turquoise Black Red Blue Color Field Gestural Painting
"09 Space" Large Abstract Turquoise Black Red Blue Color Field Gestural Painting

"09 Space" Large Abstract Turquoise Black Red Blue Color Field Gestural Painting

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Acrylic on Canvas 61 x 40 inches Signed and dated on verso. This striking abstract painting harmonizes two contrasting color fields that suggest a minimalist landscape. The largen c...

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Early 2000s Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Adrift" Large Abstract Gestural Painting on Canvas Turquoise Teal Black White
"Adrift" Large Abstract Gestural Painting on Canvas Turquoise Teal Black White

"Adrift" Large Abstract Gestural Painting on Canvas Turquoise Teal Black White

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

An energetic "destination in your mind" by American, abstract painter Tom Reno. This composition layers turquoise, blue, black, and white, gestural marks on a gallery wrapped canvas...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Abstract Blue and White
Abstract Blue and White

Abstract Blue and White

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Title: Untitled Medium: Acrylic on canvas Creation Date: 2019 Markings: signed on back Size: 60" x 48" Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who now res...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"New York, New York"  Gestural Color Field Painting Black Blue Yellow Turquoise
"New York, New York"  Gestural Color Field Painting Black Blue Yellow Turquoise

"New York, New York" Gestural Color Field Painting Black Blue Yellow Turquoise

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Artist: Tom Reno Measurements: 41 x 46 inches Medium: Acrylic on Canvas This abstract acrylic painting by Tom Reno has a color pallet of turquoise, yellow, and black with some green...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Red, Black, Orange, Turquoise Abstract" Gesture Painting Color Field
"Red, Black, Orange, Turquoise Abstract" Gesture Painting Color Field

"Red, Black, Orange, Turquoise Abstract" Gesture Painting Color Field

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

"Red, Orange, Black and Turquoise Abstract" Artist: Tom Reno Medium: Acrylic on paper Size: 20" x 15.5" Framed: 26 x 22" A vibrant abstract composition by Tom Reno, executed in acry...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Blue, Orange, and Yellow Abstract
Blue, Orange, and Yellow Abstract

Blue, Orange, and Yellow Abstract

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

By Tom Reno 48" x 60" Acrylic on Canvas Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who now resides in New Mexico. He is the paragon of a free-spirited artis...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Abstract #4" - Red, Black, and Blue
"Abstract #4" - Red, Black, and Blue

"Abstract #4" - Red, Black, and Blue

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Red, Black and Blue abstract #4 by Tom Reno Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who now resides in New Mexico. He is the paragon of a free-spirited ar...

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2010s Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Abstract #54" - Red Black  Grey Abstract Color field Gesture Expression Blue
"Abstract #54" - Red Black  Grey Abstract Color field Gesture Expression Blue

"Abstract #54" - Red Black Grey Abstract Color field Gesture Expression Blue

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Red, black, and grey abstract with light blue accents titled "Abstract #54". Artist: Tom Reno Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Size: 48" x 60"  Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally fro...

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2010s Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Abstract Shapes Shrouded in White
Abstract Shapes Shrouded in White

Abstract Shapes Shrouded in White

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

By Tom Reno 28.5" x 22" Acrylic on Paper Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who now resides in New Mexico. He is the paragon of a free-spirited arti...

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2010s Abstract Tom Reno Paintings

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

"Abstract #60" Large Grayscale Abstract Painting
"Abstract #60" Large Grayscale Abstract Painting

"Abstract #60" Large Grayscale Abstract Painting

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Title: "Abstract #60" Medium: Acrylic on canvas Creation Date: 2019 Markings: signed on back Size: 60" x 48" Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who n...

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2010s Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Slate Blue Abstract with Yellow and Green
Slate Blue Abstract with Yellow and Green

Slate Blue Abstract with Yellow and Green

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Blue, Green, and Yellow Abstract by Tom Reno 28.5" x 22" Acrylic on Paper Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who now resides in New Mexico. He is th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Tom Reno Paintings

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Acrylic, Archival Paper

Spirit Dancer
Spirit Dancer

Spirit Dancer

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Artist: Tom Reno Measurements: 48 x 66 inches Medium: Acrylic on Canvas A mystical abstract composition by Tom Reno executed in acrylic paint on canvas. The picture features a danc...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Abstract #63
Abstract #63

Abstract #63

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Title: "Abstract #63" Medium: Acrylic on canvas Creation Date: 2019 Markings: signed on back Size: 60" x 48" Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who n...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Blue, Ochre, Black and White Abstract
Blue, Ochre, Black and White Abstract

Blue, Ochre, Black and White Abstract

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

By Tom Reno 48" x 60" Acrylic on Canvas Tom Reno is an abstract artist originally from Southern California who now resides in New Mexico. He is the paragon of a free-spirited artis...

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2010s Abstract Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Red, Black and White Abstract" Large Gestural Color Field Painting
"Red, Black and White Abstract" Large Gestural Color Field Painting

"Red, Black and White Abstract" Large Gestural Color Field Painting

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Artist: Tom Reno Measurements: 60 x 48 Medium: Acrylic on Canvas An elegant composition by Tom Reno, executed in acrylic on canvas. Reno describes his paintings as "destinations in...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Tom Reno Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Sub Zero

Tom RenoSub Zero

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Sub Zero

By Tom Reno

Located in Austin, TX

Artist: Tom Reno Title: Sub Zero Size: 48" x 60" Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Tom Reno Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

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Find a wide variety of authentic Tom Reno paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of paintings to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, red and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Tom Reno in acrylic paint, paint, synthetic resin paint 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 abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Tom Reno paintings, so small editions measuring 16 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Jenik Cook, Cathy Bennigson, and Michael Cutlip. Tom Reno 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 $9,500, while the average work can sell for $7,500.