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Abstract Mixed Media

ABSTRACT STYLE

Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.

Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.

Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.

Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.

Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.

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Style: Abstract
"Graphiti, " Mixed Media Collage
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

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Paper, Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

"Machou Pichou" Rope and textile on canvas, by Axelle Gosse ("39 x 59 in"), 2024
Located in Paris, France
Axelle Gosse, interior designer for over twenty-five years and passionate about fabrics, one day decided to take up rope work. She finds inspiration for her work in her travels. The ...
Category

2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Textile, Canvas

1980's Cubist "Orange, Brown, Black" Soft Pastel Abstract Drawing
Located in Arp, TX
D. Tongen "Orange, Brown, Black" 1980s 11.75"x10" Soft pastel and pencil on paper Signed in pencil lower right
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1980s Abstract Mixed Media

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Paper, Pastel, Pencil

'Now is Never Again' - contemporary fiber art, pattern, abstract, colorful
Located in Atlanta, GA
This abstract tufted work features hues of yellow, blue, red, and green. Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave. Savannah-ba...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Wool, Yarn

Méditerranean sea blue pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Mediterranean sea blue pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

ST0034-Contemporary, Abstract, Expressionism, Modern, Pop art, , Geometric
Located in London, London
Digital pigment print Ultrachrome ink on Fabriano Rosaspina paper. Hand signed by the artist, and certificate of authenticity. Edition of 25 (Unframed) His work has been shown in R...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Inkjet, Pigment, Archival Pigment

Sunflower Ray Yellow-Emerald Green-Fire Earth Red-Deep Ocean Blue Totem grouping
Located in Quebec, Quebec
This Quadriptych totem is a 4-piece ensemble that was created between January and April 2024 by the artist using a mix of techniques including airbrush, stencilling and pyrography. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

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Spray Paint

M00ba4-Contemporary, Abstract, Minimalism, Modern, Expressionist, Surrealist
Located in London, London
Digital pigment print Ultrachrome ink on Fabriano Rosaspina paper. Hand signed by the artist, and certificate of authenticity. (Unframed) His work has been shown in Reina Sofía M...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Archival Pigment

ST055-Contemporary, Abstract, Expressionism, Modern, Pop art, , Geometric
Located in London, London
Digital pigment print Ultrachrome ink on Fabriano Rosaspina paper. Hand signed. Edition of 25 (Unframed) His work has been shown in Reina Sofía Museum of Madrid, Royal Academy of...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Paper, Inkjet, Pigment, Archival Pigment

Shrimp cocktail pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Midnight teal pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist us...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Midnight teal pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine indigo art
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Midnight teal pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist us...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Tutto Sospeso - Painting by Maurizio Gracceva - 2014
Located in Roma, IT
Tutto sospeso is a beautiful artwork realized by  Maurizio Gracceva   in the 2014. Colored acrylic on plywood Title, date, techinique and sign on the back. Author of numerous phil...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Plywood, Pastel, Acrylic

Inquietudine - Painting by Maurizio Gracceva - 2014
Located in Roma, IT
Inquietudine is a beautiful artwork realized by  Maurizio Gracceva   in the 2012. Colored mixed media on plywood Title, date, techinique and sign on the back. Author of numerous p...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Plywood, Pastel, Acrylic

Crimson cardinal red pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Crimson cardinal red pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Emerald green pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Emerald green pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist us...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Robin egg blue pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine Aqua art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Robin egg blue pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist u...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Sage Leaf green pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Sage Leaf green pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Fuchsia pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Fuchsia pink pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist usi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Jade green pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Jade green pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist using...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Poppy red pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Poppy red pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist using ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Lavender Purple pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Lavender Purple pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Caramel toffee pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine tan art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Caramel toffee pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist u...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Truffle brown pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Truffle brown pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist us...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Fandango pink pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine pink art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Fandango pink pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist us...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Pacific ocean blue pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine art)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Pacific ocean blue pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the arti...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Smoked paprika pill (orange minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Smoked paprika pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist u...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Sky high blue pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Sky high blue pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the artist us...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

Red cherry tomato pill (minimaliste grid round painting on wood dopamine)
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Great white Shark grey pill" is one of the 30 small tondo paintings on wood comprising the Dopamine mosaic. This 30-piece ensemble was created between January and April 2024 by the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Spray Paint

1980's "Mint, Orange, Yellow, Black" Soft Pastel Abstract Drawing
Located in Arp, TX
D. Tongen Mint, Orange, Yellow, Black 1980s 11.75"x10.5" Soft pastel and pencil on paper Signed in pencil lower right
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1980s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Pastel, Pencil

"Popa" Rope and textile on canvas, by Axelle Gosse ("32 x 47 in"), 2024
Located in Paris, France
Axelle Gosse, interior designer for over twenty-five years and passionate about fabrics, one day decided to take up rope work. She finds inspiration for her work in her travels. The ...
Category

2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Textile

Increspature - Painting by Maurizio Gracceva - 2014
Located in Roma, IT
Increspature is a beautiful artwork realized by  Maurizio Gracceva in the 2014. Colored mixed media on plywood.  Title, date, techinique and sign on the back. Author of numerous p...
Category

2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Plywood, Pastel, Acrylic

Gleams of Dawn in the Veil of Dusk
Located in Clayton, MO
In "Gleams of Dawn in the Veil of Dusk," color, line, shape, and texture collide on Kozuke ivory paper, tengucho washi, and sheer deep violet chiffon to create a poetic landscape. Th...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Mixed Media, Encaustic, Washi Paper, Textile

Lab #2 Painting. From the Lab series
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lab #2, 2024 by Alec Franco From the Lab series Unframed Signed by the artist _______ The artist's works are based on time and on informal aesthetic principles that he chooses to ex...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic

ST1824-Contemporary , Abstract, Gestual, Street art, Pop art, Modern, Geometric
Located in London, London
Edition of 25 Unframed Digital pigment print Ultrachrome ink on Fabriano Rosaspina paper. Hand signed by the artist, and certificate of authenticity, (Unframed) His work has been s...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Archival Pigment

Lab #1 Painting. From the Lab series
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lab #1, 2024 by Alec Franco From the Lab series Unframed Signed by the artist _______ The artist's works are based on time and on informal aesthetic principles that he chooses to ex...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Paper

1980's Cubist "Yellow, Blue, Black" Soft Pastel Abstract Drawing
Located in Arp, TX
D. Tongen "Yellow,Blue, Black" 1980s 12.75"x10" Soft pastel and pencil on paper Initialed in pencil lower right
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1980s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Pastel, Pencil

1980s "Rust and Black" Soft Pastel Abstract Drawing
Located in Arp, TX
D. Tongen "Rust and Black" 1980s 18.5"x 13" Soft pastel and pencil on paper Initialed in pencil lower right
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1980s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Pastel, Pencil

1980s "Olive Green and Black" Soft Pastel Abstract Drawing
Located in Arp, TX
D. Tongen "Olive Green and Black" 1980s 19.75"x12.5" Soft pastel and pencil on paper Initialed in pencil lower right
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1980s Abstract Mixed Media

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Paper, Pastel, Pencil

1980's Cubist "Pink, Blue, Mint, Black" Soft Pastel Abstract Drawing
Located in Arp, TX
D. Tongen Pink, Blue, Mint, Black 1980s 12.75"x9.75" Soft pastel and pencil on paper Initialed in pencil lower right
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1980s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Pastel, Pencil

1981 "Orange and Blue" Soft Pastel Abstract Drawing
Located in Arp, TX
D. Tongen "Orange and Blue" 1980s 11.75"x9.75" Soft pastel and pencil on paper Initialed and dated in pencil lower right
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1980s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Pastel, Pencil

'Merrily, Merrily, Merrily, Merrily' - contemporary fiber art, pattern, abstract
Located in Atlanta, GA
This abstract tufted work features hues of yellow, blue, red, and green. Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave. Savannah-ba...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Wool, Yarn

Walking Home - Mixed Media Sculptural Artwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kristina Fjellman, a Minnesota-based visual artist and performer, seamlessly blends sculpture and performance art in her captivating work. With exhibitions spanning the Midwest and T...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Steel, Wire

Beach Club Sunshine
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Gold Leaf

Poolside Somewhere Barcelona 500
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Gold Leaf

All of Us
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Gold Leaf

Splendid
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Gold Leaf

Boat Club
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Gold Leaf

Together
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Gold Leaf

Afternoon Cool
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Gold Leaf

Cafe Streetside 9pm
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Gold Leaf

Sail Classico
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Gold Leaf

Showers and Flowers - Unique Expressionist Action Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Marc Raphael captivates by his abstract expressionism paintings influenced by New York's abstract expressionist movement. After encountering Jackson Pollock’s work...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

'Looking out' - contemporary fiber art, texture, pattern, abstract, tufting
Located in Atlanta, GA
This abstract tufted work features hues of yellow, blue, red, and green. Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave. Savannah-ba...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Wool, Yarn

'Alive as a June Bug in July' - contemporary fiber art, texture, pattern, blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This tufted work features hues of blue, cream, orange, and red. Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave. Savannah-based artis...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Wool, Yarn

M00ba8-Contemporary, Abstract, Minimalism, Modern, Expressionist, Surrealist
Located in London, London
Digital pigment print Ultrachrome ink on Fabriano Rosaspina paper. Hand signed by the artist, and certificate of authenticity. (Unframed) His work has been shown in Reina Sofía M...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Archival Pigment

Poolside Barcelona 200
Located in Tulsa, OK
Each work Jackson makes is a one-of-one original using his proprietary silver and ink suspension technique - a process that unfolds over weeks of dedicated development through layers...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Gold Leaf

'A Tisket, A Tasket' - contemporary fiber art, textural, colorful, tufting
Located in Atlanta, GA
This tufted work features hues of blue, yellow, maroon, green and pink. Trish Andersen is inspired by the work of Shelia Hicks, Cy Twombly, Judith Scott and Nick Cave. Savannah-ba...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Yarn, Wool

Soraya. Large Contemporary Mixed Media Abstract Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
My paintings explore the relationship between elements such as the skies, the oceans, the natural environment such as the formation of rocks, cliffs, and weathered material. In my wo...
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2010s Abstract Mixed Media

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Spray Paint, Acrylic

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