Massachusetts - Art
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Rectangular blocks in neutral shades form a grid pattern, with pops of beige adding warmth to the dominating cool tones. Each bar differs from another, yet they...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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Afternoon sunlight filters through the branches of a sturdy tree, casting dappled shadows on its trunk. A porch and hedge sit quietly in the background, enhan...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
2010s Massachusetts - Art
Canvas, Oil
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A contemporary abstract painting features a textured surface. Artist Gary J. Noland Jr. applied multiple layers of acrylic paint using various tools to create m...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Metal
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A modernist abstraction drawing on elements of an open and welcoming landscape and big sky. "This piece possesses a clean geometric structure with a perceived...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Art
Canvas, Acrylic
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Rocky hills glow under the warm light of late afternoon, their cool, saturated shadows adding depth and rich color to the scene. This intimate view unfolds ag...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Art
Mixed Media
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A single silver band stretches across a deep black field, evoking a starless, cold winter night. The minimal composition also suggests a frozen lake faintly ill...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Mixed Media
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Pink and yellow tulips bloom under the bright sunlight, their green leaves reaching upward. Small clouds drift above the hill, completing the serene springtime ...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
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Vibrant pansies bloom in a sunny yellow pot, their petals adorned with distinctive markings. Light and shadow add depth and movement to the piece. Artist Mary B...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
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Colorful zinnias fill a bright blue mug, each bloom depicted with loose strokes. The vibrant palette and relaxed brushwork create a lively, fresh atmosphere. Ar...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
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Three shining silver leaf squares pop against a deep black background, creating a dramatic, stark, and bold effect. The minimalist design heightens the contrast...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Mixed Media
1870s American Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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A realistic painting of an assortment of glassware set atop a wooden desk by artist Christopher Garvey. A fitting muted back...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Screen
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Rustic wooden barns endure heavy snowfall in artist Doug Cosbie's captivating piece. The winter landscape stretches out into a snow...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Metal
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Waves crash softly against a towering rock formation at El Matador Beach in Malibu. The sunlight illuminates the coastal scene, casting reflections on the wat...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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A woman lifts her hand to her head, her fingers gracefully weaving through her hair. Artist Hyoungseok Kim painted this piece using pointillism. He emphasizes...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Screen
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Reimagining a simple still life with oranges, this composition replaces traditional perspective with a more abstract structure. Grids and flat surfaces allow si...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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A daydreaming twelve-year-old holds her velvety black cat, surrounded by a jungle of houseplants. The painting is inspired by the artist Jessica JH Roller's daughter, Wren, and her ever-loyal cat, Pepper. Created using layers of high-quality acrylic paint, this piece captures a moment of serene contemplation amidst a lush, green backdrop.
About the Artist
Artist Jessica JH Roller paints whimsical and playful compositions of animals and people, marked by bold colors and primitivist linework. She distills a scene into a few simple shapes, using color to create contrast and vibrancy, often choosing palettes that reflect pop culture. "My adopted kittens, Tony and Larry, opened my eyes and unleashed the artist inside me," shares Jessica. "After, I started to notice birds, trees, color, everything." Jessica brings to life her dynamic creations in the comfort of her studio in her century-old home. She enjoys listening to music and audiobooks while painting with her 18-year-old acrylic-covered easel. When not painting, Jessica cherishes time with her family and five cats, teaches yoga, and enjoys cycling along the river.
Words that describe this painting: portrait, girl, houseplants, cat, folk, pet, friendship, love, foliage, animals, people, primitive, acrylic painting, pink
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Paper, Glue, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Color, Digital, Monop...
1910s Post-Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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Soft and subtle colors blend to form an abstract landscape. Hints of blue and white suggest a sky, while shades of yellow, red, and green evoke a meadow below...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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A gray sky looms over the distant ocean, while wisps of grass emerge from the foreground. The rugged sand contrasts with the gentle waves. Earthy browns and g...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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Symbolic imagery surrounds a poised woman, exploring themes of memory and identity. Photographs adorn her black dress, while birds and botanical elements brin...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Mixed Media
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Golden autumn trees line the Colorado River, flowing beneath a cloudy sky. Sunlight filters through the branches, enhancing the leaves' golden hues. The turbu...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
2010s Street Art Massachusetts - Art
Screen
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Vibrant butterflies gather around and fly amongst dandelion fluffs floating in the air. Part of artist Natasha Tayles' whimsical series on butterflies. In col...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
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The bustling Loop district in Chicago comes alive with its iconic glow as streetlights and signs illuminate the buildings and...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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Artist Johansen Newman paints a detailed portrait of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. She bases the piece's title on Frida's diary, where she often recorded thoughts about their life together. "I took the words literally by painting Diego only in shades of black and white while rendering Frida in full color," says Johansen. Frida's vibrant clothing and jewelry sharply contrast Diego's limited palette.The painting comes with a handmade, embellished wood assemblage frame painted black.
About the Artist
Artist Johansen Newman captures various characters through charming scenes that often weave nostalgia. A reflection of her fondness for edge and funk prevails in her dynamic portrayal of humans with animals and objects of their affection. As a toddler, her mother gave her crayons and allowed her to draw on the walls of her room. She pursued a degree in painting and printmaking, then furthered her education by studying with Bil Baird at his puppet theater in New York, ultimately forming her puppet troupe. Years of crafting puppets, designing scenery, writing stories, and performing shows developed her arsenal of skills—going on to be an award-winning fiber artist exhibiting throughout North America. She integrates these learnings into her current art practice. "My paintings capture fragments of a tale in a time and place that was, is, or has the promise to become," says Johansen. She works at her studio and display gallery at Gorse Mill Studios, a 19th Century textile mill building in Needham, MA. Her woodworking shop doubles as her home studio, where she constantly evolves her compositions to satisfy her aesthetic. Johansen's work has been featured on the cover of local publications, in pictorial essays, and toured museums across the United States. She was a professional and published illustrator for more than 35 years, including two dozen children's books, three of which she also wrote. Besides creating art, she finds herself an enthusiast of vintage collectibles, jukeboxes, signages, tin toys, neon lights, cookie jars, carnival chalkware...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
2010s Massachusetts - Art
Linen, Oil
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Artist Onelio Marrero features two of his granddaughters in this heartwarming painting. "When the family gets together at my house, my two oldest granddaughte...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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Playful yellows, greens, and blues, with touches of gray and black, capture a memory of a neighborhood playground. Artist Johnny Karwan created this piece by ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Mixed Media
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Stoneware, Glaze
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This contemporary figurative painting captures the tranquil beauty of a gardener strolling down a garden path, viewed from above. The focal point is the garde...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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This painting captures a serene landscape where a river gently winds through lush, verdant fields. Artist Ronda Waiksnis uses a muted palette of greens and bl...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Oil
1890s Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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One of artist Tara Zalewsky-Nease's favorite genres is the kitchen still life. A prolific cook and painter, she creates compositions of singular ingredients, ca...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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A hyperrealistic close-up view of an eye surrounded by vibrant red and yellow flowers in full bloom. "The viewer cannot know if the model is a man or woman, a...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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Warm hues of morning alpenglow bathe the mountain scene. The sun's first light kisses the rugged peak, illuminating it in a radiant orange, pink, and gold. The ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Mixed Media
Mid-20th Century Pointillist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Oil, Wood Panel
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"I used the color blue as a starting point," explains artist Patrick O'Boyle. "I search for balance, line, and structure to make an abstract painting. Layers ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
1960s Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Oil Crayon, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Permanent Marker, Color Pencil, Graphite
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While driving west on Bahia Vista Road in Florida, artist Benjamin Thomas, his wife, and their dog, Gaia, noticed the sky turning into a breathtaking display...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
1920s Post-Impressionist Massachusetts - Art
Oil
Early 2000s Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Screen
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The title of this painting tells the story and creates a contradiction in terms. Drawing influence from Japanese art, artist Heidi Hybl reduces the image to s...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Oil
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Energy reshapes and merges with surrounding matter, forming new patterns over time. Like the rings of a tree, the layers of artist Jason Astorquia’s abstrac...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Street Art Massachusetts - Art
Screen
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In this whimsical painting, a family of deer roams around a nature reserve. An owl perches on one of the trees, silently observing the woodland activity. A profusion of flowers adorn the scene, adding to the charm of the composition.
About the Artist
Artist Jessica JH Roller paints whimsical and playful compositions of animals and people, marked by bold colors and primitivist linework. She distills a scene into a few simple shapes, using color to create contrast and vibrancy, often choosing palettes that reflect pop culture. "My adopted kittens, Tony and Larry, opened my eyes and unleashed the artist inside me," shares Jessica. "After, I started to notice birds, trees, color, everything." Jessica brings to life her dynamic creations in the comfort of her studio in her century-old home. She enjoys listening to music and audiobooks while painting with her 18-year-old acrylic-covered easel. When not painting, Jessica cherishes time with her family and five cats, teaches yoga, and enjoys cycling along the river.
Words that describe this painting: forest, deer, deers, wildlife, folk, trees, owl, tree, trees, whimsical, nursery, animals, primitive, acrylic painting, red
Yellow Springs Deer Family...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Art
Acrylic
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Somewhere in Cape May, New Jersey, a pale blue house offers an inviting retreat on a summer afternoon. Bathed in natural light and softened by gentle shadows,...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Art
Oil