Massachusetts - Mixed Media

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Sunbeams filter through dense cloud cover, illuminating the contours of mountainous terrain and water below. Inspired by the dramatic vistas of the Pacific Nort...

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Shifting light reflects off wet sand and waves beneath a brooding sky, capturing the quiet drama of the coastline just before a storm. The composition draws the...

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A woman sits relaxed with a contemplative gaze. The cool blues and greens around her warm-toned figure, combined with strong contrasts of light and dark, crea...

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Soft and metallic colors capture the quiet beauty of winter as it begins to yield the first signs of renewal. This abstract painting explores the delicate inter...

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A statue-like female figure appears in profile, adorned with delicate flowers in her hair. A swirling abstract design resembles a spiraling staircase or shell. ...

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The first light of dawn bathes distant mountains in fiery oranges, contrasting with the cool blues and purples of the rugged cliffs below. Loose, sweeping brush...

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Branches stretch towards a violet sky, with green leaves contrasting against the colorful background. Roots extend into a surreal pink and blue ground, where ...

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Artist Linda Shaffer used an assortment of papers and images collected from everyday life to create this abstract piece. Text, geometric patterns, butterfly m...

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A soft, cloudlike background merges with a whimsical splatter of movement and comforting colors. The gold square anchors the scene, bridging muted grays and blu...

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Artist Patrick O'Boyle created this piece as part of his Aerial Landscape series, drawing inspiration from the photos taken during his travels. Landscape elemen...

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"This modern abstract painting is an ode to the square," shares artist Terri Bell. Multi-colored squares outlined in black dance on top of a gray background, ...

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A figure appears to be deep in thought. The colors, drips of paint, and collaged elements enhance the emotional gravity of the scene. The piece conveys a calm...

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Rectangular gold and copper leaf rest on top of a white band on a soft beige background. Spattered paint creates a sense of motion and spontaneity against the c...

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A gold square floats on a dreamy earth-toned background. The neutral brown and ecru exude warmth, while the icy silver adds an element of surprise. The composit...

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A woman poses confidently on a beach. The sky, applied in woven strips, frames her body. Images of autumnal forest cut into curved shapes form her voluminous dr...

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A vibrant collage features a bird made from torn pieces of paper. The background depicts the clouds, sky, and water. Abstract shapes and text fragments create a...

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Lily pads and dappled light dance on a pond. Rich blues and greens with an embedded gold metal leaf create movement in the water. The mosaic-stained glass aesth...

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Layers of color and textured gesso evoke the spaces we inhabit and pass through. Some feel familiar, some uncertain. Arches and entryways suggest moments of tra...

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Pieces of maps from an old atlas weave into the composition, symbolizing the search for clarity and purpose. The result is a fragmented cityscape filled with do...

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Three songbird eggs lay nestled in a meticulously woven nest of twigs, delicately adorned with fragments of sheet music. A precursor to the melodies that the ...

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Artist Margriet Hogue presents a collaged abstract piece with a gentle pastel palette. Distressed papers constitute the lively canvas. Enigmatic patterns in i...

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This acrylic painting presents a delicate yet striking portrait of a woman adorned with a floral crown. Smooth, blended skin tones contrast with expressive, tex...

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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...

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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...

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Artist Linda Shaffer demonstrates a contemporary abstraction of an expression of love. She layers and sands over fifty coats of p...

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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 ...

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This artwork portrays a woman with her eyes and body concealed by various materials. The laurel cutout, leaf-like patterns, and two-toned colors on the backgr...

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Artist Linda Shaffer captures the beauty and tranquility of the sunrise in her mixed-media abstract piece. She uses a combination of paints, paper, and graphi...

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Margriet Hogue paints a black tree over a lively collaged composition. Birds nest within its meager branches. Margriet affixes pages from various materials t...

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Artist Linda Shaffer delivers a bright collaged abstract in her signature style. The work is about the unexpected people who come into our lives—those we ne...

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A modern abstraction mixing organic and hard-edge surfaces, in soft blues and white and bold black. "Once Upon a Time is a bit whimsical - a story being told,...

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A continuation of artist Terri Bell's Geometria Grid series, this piece incorporates geometric shapes into organic arrangements. The painting's complex color ...

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A vivid red face stares intently, its piercing eyes fixed on a snake that doubles as its tongue. Swirling vines and delicate flowers bring an element of whims...

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Urban shadows and jumbled street scenes inspire this painting, capturing the energy of Dearborn Street in Chicago’s Loop. With a limited color palette, dark...

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Artist Yelitza Diaz presents a clay figure standing with one foot on a wooden ledge. The olive green base complements the bronze finish of the lone nude. Yeli...

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Fields of color map out artist Terri Bell's colorful abstract piece. The composition combines grid-like structures and segments contrasting with organic shape...

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Botanical elements form a bright and colorful mosaic against a teal background. A sense of rhythmic flow and joyful energy exudes from the composition. Artist...

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A stylized skull represents La Catalina, a well-known symbol of Día de los Muertos. In countries like Mexico, deceased ancestors are honored with vibrant decorations, candles, and photos. Artist Darlene McElroy captured this celebration of life through a mixed-media approach, using dimensional collage materials and acrylic paint to bring the tradition to life.

About the Artist
Artist Darlene McElroy weaves textural surfaces, found objects, and rich symbolism to create a visual tapestry. "Creating a painting is like doing a puzzle; it is a matter of finding the right pieces," says Darlene. Her works delve into the imagery of man's primal origins, sins, and religious conflicts, inviting viewers to uncover multiple stories within each piece. A Southern California native with roots in a long line of New Mexico artists and musicians, Darlene's artistic vision is profoundly shaped by her Hispanic upbringing. With her three dogs by her side, Darlene works in her home studio, filled with natural light pouring in through the windows. Beyond her art, Darlene explores new techniques, writes art books, and hikes with her pets.

Words that describe this painting: face, woman, decorations, Catalina, Mexico, Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos, celebration, floral, ancestors, mask, butterfly...

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A heart-shaped nest made with acrylic gel medium and twigs creates a textured and organic feel. The four delicate blue eggs, formed by collaged eggshells, con...

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Artist Terri Bell presents a conceptual abstract of changing moods in the form of gridded colors. Organic geometric shapes organize to encompass the entire co...

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The photographs that form the head of this catlike creature are images of the carousel from the amusement park Idora Park in Youngstown, Ohio that is long go...

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Embossed papers and layers of acrylic paint create a textured landscape. Artist Brit J Oie notes that the last colors of fall linger before winter sets in. Hi...

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The artwork captures the fleeting beauty of nature through delicate butterflies, earthy tones, and rich copper accents. Layers of encaustic wax create a sense...