Colorado - Abstract Paintings

The storm blew across the sky with terror in its eye. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: ...

This piece is part of my abstract linear checkerboard series. The lines are fun, unstructured and stress free. They flow wherever it is that they want to go. These pieces are so mu...

Looking down from an airplane while passing over a big city intersection. This canvas was painted with a metal garden rake. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This...

The first big snow of the season is always exciting. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Y...

Colors of Fancy was inspired by the sudden burst of fall colors in the ever changing landscape near my home in beautiful Colorado. Nine separate 4"x4" paintings for the price of one! Add a pop of art anywhere with these fun-size paintings! Instantly brighten up your desk, nightstand, or any cozy space. Or hang them all together, and be creative with your own gallery wall. These bright 4"x4" oil paintings feature bright, bold colors to celebrate the blossoming possibilities of the ever-changing future. Each cute little 4"x4" miniature canvas has a full-width professional grade wooden stretcher and painted edges, yet fits anywhere easily. An irresistible dash of art! Looks great alone or with all six hung together. These original paintings are created using only the highest quality professional grade paint to produce an archival work of art. They are ready to hang or display on a mini easel...

Colors of Joy was inspired by the hope that is with me in these difficult times. Title: Colors of Joy Dimensions: - Width: 24 IN / 61 CM - Height: 12 IN / 30 CM - This pi...

Hanging Garden was inspired by the beautiful yet subtle colors that appear in the very early winter landscape. Title: Hanging Garden Dimensions: - Width: 20 IN / 51 CM - Hei...

Salvation of Nature was inspired by the deeply alluring colors and feelings that begin to emerge on a very early winter evening in the city in the mountains. Title: Salvation of ...

The green winter lichen jumps out of the landscape. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Ye...

Winter will not let go. (Side-stapled canvas, should be framed.) :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Read...

Large abstract painting with rich colors, golds, blues, and purples. This painting has some texture. This painting gets shipped rolled up with wood stretchers to reduce the cost o...

We Are What We Dream was inspired by the hope that sunrises and skyscapes symbolize. This original oil painting was created using only the highest quality professional grade oil p...

The scarred old tree trunk won't give in to winter. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Ye...

Colorful flowers on a black background. Back stapled, sides are painted black. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by th...

This painting is mailed from Switzerland rolled up. Stretching required. No framing is required since there are no staples on the sides (back-stapled). The profile is painted black...

This is an extra-large triptych. in various shades of gold. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Read...

The snow angel melts in the sun. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Yes :: Signed: Yes ::...

Landscape Abstract original oil painting on panel :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :...

The title comes from a Louis Armstrong song, which is appropriate for this piece since there was a lot of improvisation, pattern, order and dischord, layers of various "instruments" ...

When The Dawn Will Come was inspired by glowing clouds rising at dusk. The under painting process I use lends itself to creating organic forms, which I then tighten up with struct...

Take on the World was inspired by the empowering feeling that you can rise up and embrace the challenges all around you in your life. If you have faith in yourself and in your abilit...

landscape abstract with women figure, original oil on panel :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signe...

Surface of Light is part of my orb series of paintings, inspired by the idea of "ghost lights" or “will-o'-the wisps" that draw the viewer onto a new path. For centuries, travelers at night have seen mysterious orbs of light...

Out of Bounds, Original Abstract Painting, 2020 11" x 8.5" (HxW) Alcohol Ink on Paper A combination of circles, sharp lines, and amorphous shapes collide in this abstract ink painting by artist KC...

Worry, Original Contemporary Abstract Painting, 2020 11" x 8.5" (HxW) Alcohol Ink on Yupo Paper This is a powerful and emotive work by artist KC Pollak. Though an abstraction, the m...

Curious Route, Original Abstract Ink Painting, 2019 12" x 9" (HxW) Alcohol Ink on Plastic Substrate There is an incredible amount of dimension to this work by artist KC Pollak...

The Storm, Original Abstract Painting, 2021 24" x 36" x 1" (HxW) Alcohol Ink on Canvas A moody and brooding artwork featuring an abstract landscape and skyscape, appearing to show a...

Artist Commentary: This piece is a riot of movement and color. It is titled 'War Dance' because if you look near the center/top you will see what looks like a headdress and arms moving out and up and then legs moving up and down at the bottom ... in a dance. It's an energetic piece to say the least! The American Southwest is the inspiration for this piece. The colors and culture all fascinate me endlessly. I wanted to depict this part of the world in a small way through this painting. However, there is so much more to it that cannot be communicated in one painting. However, what you see in this piece is what's most important. This one is already beautifully matted and framed in white, with museum glass. About the artist: I have been an artist all my life, ever since I could hold a pencil. I have always loved to draw and paint. My styles have varied over the years from realism to abstract and everything in between. The mediums I most enjoy working with are: oil, colored pencil, charcoal, graphite, watercolor, pen & ink, alcohol ink, and acrylic. Currently I am experiencing a mammoth amount of creative freedom working on abstract art. In 2015, I donated one of my kidneys to a young woman who had only been born with one very diseased kidney. Since then she has been thriving and now going to college and living her life. What a blessing! I consider this a privilege and I'm so happy I was a match for her. I have lived all over the country (U.S.). I primarily grew up in Woodland Park, CO. Following living in Woodland, I lived in Durango, CO, Farmington, NM, Houston, TX, Philadelphia, PA, Atlanta, GA and currently live in Montrose, CO (hopefully for good). I thankfully found my way back to Colorado. We live near Colona, in the shadow of Buckhorn Mountain (west/central Colorado) and absolutely love this place! It is remote, uncluttered, quiet, peaceful and beautiful. The inspiration I feel in my heart here is something I’ll be forever grateful for. It makes my soul sing! I love to ski and am glad I live near some great places. Telluride, Crested Butte, Aspen, etc ... when money allows. On February 12, 2017 I was in a ski accident in Telluride. Someone hit me from behind and knocked me unconscious for a few minutes (yes, I was wearing a helmet) and broke my collar bone. The guy hit me and left me for dead. He still has yet to be found. It's considered a felony to hit and run, just like in a car. Consequently, I suffered a concussion that has changed my life forever. My creativity has changed. Something happened to my eyes and I have a hard time doing the tiny details I used to do. But something also clicked in terms of how I approach my art. The freedom of abstraction has helped me heal and cope. Not only from the accident but with so many areas of my life. I have learned what true forgiveness means (to give as well as receive). I have a new appreciation for how fragile our lives really are and just how quickly life can be taken from us. A lot of things can change in the blink of an eye! That moment created a complete paradigm shift in my life. Mostly for the better. I’m involved in an art mentoring program called Art Partners. I mentor a young boy (age 10). He created a piece that won first place in the student category of the Ouray Alpine Artist’s Holiday art show (nationwide) as well as 1st place in The Montrose Visual Arts Guild 2018 art show. I love the fact that I get to help shape this young man's creative future. He's my lil buddy. There is an old cabin (100+ yrs old) on the property where I live that I have turned into my art studio. It’s my retreat and sanctuary. While I'm in this cabin, creativity just bursts forth in a riot of paint and color! This, I believe, is my heavenly father working through me. I'm still not sure what the grand purpose is but I keep my mind and heart open. I'm expecting adventure because, really, there's no way to know what's next. Like I always say, "the point is not to live forever but to create something that does." Keywords: alcohol, alcohol ink, abstract, ink, adirondak, fluid, fluid art, flow, flow art, design, sunset, salad days...

Artist Commentary: This one was inspired by an old photo that was taken of a couple saying goodbye (or hello) to each other at either a train station or bus station. Are they embarking or returning? It is a touching image in either situation. Alcohol ink is hard to control and most times it is going to do what it's going to do. The trick is to stop before it gets overworked and the original intent is gone. The gestural nature of this piece communicates a reality. Something that pulls you in to its reality. It's a reality more real to me than the reality we experience each day and with our own every day eyes. About the artist: I have been an artist all my life, ever since I could hold a pencil. I have always loved to draw and paint. My styles have varied over the years from realism to abstract and everything in between. The mediums I most enjoy working with are: oil, colored pencil, charcoal, graphite, watercolor, pen & ink, alcohol ink, and acrylic. Currently I am experiencing a mammoth amount of creative freedom working on abstract art. In 2015, I donated one of my kidneys to a young woman who had only been born with one very diseased kidney. Since then she has been thriving and now going to college and living her life. What a blessing! I consider this a privilege and I'm so happy I was a match for her. I have lived all over the country (U.S.). I primarily grew up in Woodland Park, CO. Following living in Woodland, I lived in Durango, CO, Farmington, NM, Houston, TX, Philadelphia, PA, Atlanta, GA and currently live in Montrose, CO (hopefully for good). I thankfully found my way back to Colorado. We live near Colona, in the shadow of Buckhorn Mountain (west/central Colorado) and absolutely love this place! It is remote, uncluttered, quiet, peaceful and beautiful. The inspiration I feel in my heart here is something I’ll be forever grateful for. It makes my soul sing! I love to ski and am glad I live near some great places. Telluride, Crested Butte, Aspen, etc ... when money allows. On February 12, 2017 I was in a ski accident in Telluride. Someone hit me from behind and knocked me unconscious for a few minutes (yes, I was wearing a helmet) and broke my collar bone. The guy hit me and left me for dead. He still has yet to be found. It's considered a felony to hit and run, just like in a car. Consequently, I suffered a concussion that has changed my life forever. My creativity has changed. Something happened to my eyes and I have a hard time doing the tiny details I used to do. But something also clicked in terms of how I approach my art. The freedom of abstraction has helped me heal and cope. Not only from the accident but with so many areas of my life. I have learned what true forgiveness means (to give as well as receive). I have a new appreciation for how fragile our lives really are and just how quickly life can be taken from us. A lot of things can change in the blink of an eye! That moment created a complete paradigm shift in my life. Mostly for the better. I’m involved in an art mentoring program called Art Partners. I mentor a young boy (age 10). He created a piece that won first place in the student category of the Ouray Alpine Artist’s Holiday art show (nationwide) as well as 1st place in The Montrose Visual Arts Guild 2018 art show. I love the fact that I get to help shape this young man's creative future. He's my lil buddy. There is an old cabin (100+ yrs old) on the property where I live that I have turned into my art studio. It’s my retreat and sanctuary. While I'm in this cabin, creativity just bursts forth in a riot of paint and color! This, I believe, is my heavenly father working through me. I'm still not sure what the grand purpose is but I keep my mind and heart open. I'm expecting adventure because, really, there's no way to know what's next. Like I always say, "the point is not to live forever but to create something that does." Keywords: alcohol, alcohol ink, abstract, ink, adirondak, fluid, fluidart, flow, flow art, design, sunset, salad days...

Artist Commentary: As I was creating this piece I didn't see the Bluebird just to the left of the center of the big flower. It wasn't until someone else commented on it. Once they d...

Artist Commentary: This piece is called ‘The Crab Walk’ because the overall shape reminds me of a crab. But it can be anything you see. It’s the eye of the beholder that determines ...

Artist Commentary: This piece was originally inspired by the Aspen trees that are all over the state of Colorado. They are my favorite trees and are beautiful all year long, even wi...

Artist Commentary: This piece was created out of a place of sorrow but comes from a place of healing. A dark place came bubbling out. But a beautiful one resulted. Here's the story:...

Artist Commentary: This piece is a riot of movement and color. It is titled 'War Dance' because if you look near the center/top you will see what looks like a headdress and arms mov...

Artist Commentary: Caramel Drizzle is a piece that was inspired by a craving for chocolate and caramel. I originally wanted to make a piece that looked like sumi art yet not use a b...

Artist Commentary: This piece was done to a song by Crowder called 'Crushing Snakes.' This song made me so energized and I love it so much! I felt like I was set free while painting...

Artist Commentary: The long name for this one is 'Tearing Through the Sky in Wonder'. This one is very spiritual to me. I see this as being the event that signals the tribulation as...

Artist Commentary: This piece was an exercise in working with an airbrush and moving alcohol inks around the page. The airbrush is such an amazing tool! This one took me several day...

Artist Commentary: As I was creating this piece I didn't see the Bluebird just to the left of the center of the big flower. It wasn't until someone else commented on it. Once they d...

Immerse yourself in the wonder of space exploration with Topher Straus' captivating "Space Whale" Limited Edition. This awe-inspiring digital artwork depicts a whimsical and colo...

Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Breckenridge after dark with Topher Straus' "Breckenridge" Special Edition Painting. This enchanting digital artwork depicts the charming mountain town nestled below a majestic range, illuminated by the warm glow of twinkling lights...

This original modern landscape painting titled, Enchanted, is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The original large-scale digital painting, dye-sublimated onto aluminum by Colora...

This original modern colorful abstract animal painting titled, Elephant on Earth, is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The original large-scale digital painting is dye-sublimate...

This original modern landscape painting titled, Colorado Gem, is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The original large-scale digital painting, dye-sublimated onto aluminum by Coloradan artist Topher Straus...

Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Breckenridge after dark with Topher Straus' "Breckenridge" Limited Edition Painting. This enchanting digital artwork depicts the charmin...

This original modern landscape painting of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes in Northern Michigan, is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The original large-scale digital painting, dye...

Unveil the captivating beauty of San Francisco at night with Topher Straus' "San Francisco" Original Edition. This awe-inspiring digital artwork portrays the city skyline ablaze with...

This large limited edition modern landscape painting of Everglades National Park is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The large-scale digital painting, dye-sublimated onto alumi...

This large limited edition modern landscape painting of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is a boldly vivid work of contemporary art. The large-s...

This large limited edition modern landscape painting of Grand Canyon National Park is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The la...

This large limited edition modern landscape painting titled, Aspen Love, is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The large-scale digital painting, dye-sublimated onto aluminum by C...

This large limited edition modern landscape painting of Denver, Colorado at night is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The large-scale digital painting, dye-sublimated onto alum...

This large original modern figurative painting of a Toucan is a boldly vivid work of expressionist art. The original large-scale digital painting, dye-sublimated onto aluminum by Col...

This large limited edition modern abstract animal painting titled Elephant Eyes, is a bold vivid work of contemporary art. The large-scale digital painting, dye-sublimated onto alumi...

"Break the cycle", Pair Abstract Paintings, 2025 These are a pair of abstract paintings that together are H 48" x W 72". These can be hung either together or broken up vertically. ...

"Unlocked in the spirit", contemporary blue painting 2024 "Unlocked in the spirit" is a contemporary blue mixed media painting by Addison Jones. This is an original, hand-signed piece with a certificate of authenticity. A R T I S T S T A T E M E N T: In the tranquil solitude of my travels to Antigua, I embarked on a journey that was as much internal as it was external. Immersed in the vibrant culture and the natural beauty of the island, I found myself in a profound dialogue with the environment, particularly during a snorkeling expedition on my final day. As I drifted through the clear waters, I encountered a cobalt fish...

Angel Ricardo Rios was born in Cuba in 1965, and he graduated from the Higher Institute of Art in Havana Cuba. Ricardo’s work has an eagerness to it, a blur of boundaries within the ...