Massachusetts - Mixed Media

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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...

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Bright yellow, pink, and purple hues fill a heart. Gold accents add elegance to the piece, while lines, dots, and texts add whimsy. Artist Linda Shaffer expla...

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A woman in ornate period clothing wears a blindfold. Vibrant ribbons twist and swirl around her, contrasting with the neutral-toned background. Her heart, pro...

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A man collaged out of sheet music sings loudly in a visual stream of maps. His animal companion howls a silent tune. Artist Libby R...

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Artist Keith Thomson depicts the Mets mascot riding the train—once again establishing his recurring narrative of unexpected commuters in transit. "With thei...

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A delicate bird's nest cradles four speckled eggs. Artist Jennifer Ross has incorporated her signature eggshell technique in this piece. The gel medium used for the strands adds texture and depth to the composition. The title invites reflection on one’s ideas of home, protection, and the quiet spaces where life begins and thrives.

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Artist Jennifer Ross finds inspiration in gathering and replicating fragments of nature. "Birds, nests, eggs, and horses represent my realization that life embodies a tension between wanting security and the love of freedom," says Jennifer. Through her art, she aspires to convey a healing power inspired by the living world. Jennifer initially aspired to follow her mother and grandfather's artistic path but took a detour and began a decade-long career working in art galleries, selling the artwork of others, and doing framing design. Eventually, her creative soul persisted. She began experimenting with small pastel...

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Fern leaves emerge from a white vase, paired with blue-toned vessels and three figs in the foreground. The vibrant green foliage contrasts beautifully with th...

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The collage blends a vintage image of a couple with vibrant floral elements and organic patterns. Artist Darlene McElroy reflects on the magic and mystery of ...

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Artist Karen Barton captured this charming scene from her flower garden, where three hummingbirds appear to interact as if engaged in a lively conversation. S...

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While camping in the Sonoran Desert, artist Crystal DiPietro beholds the sight of the mesas lighting up at dawn. Soft purple shadows cast over the foothills a...

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Two faces merge into a surreal portrait. Botanical accents, organic patterns, and whimsical motifs add a vibrant and mysterious energy to the piece. Artist Da...

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A linear and tactile grid in earthy tones evokes the sensation of uncovering archaeological finds. The patterns resemble ancient writings found on cave walls,...

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Artist Fernando Garcia depicts an abstract landscape evoking a serene atmosphere. "The sun king is a representative painting of the king of light," says Ferna...

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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 ...

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While climbing mountains in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona, artist Crystal DiPietro couldn't help but appreciate the tall saguaro...

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A grid-like composition features linear patterns in shades of brown, white, and black. Small squares and organic circular shapes alternate, creating a rhythmi...

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An abstract minimalist composition is divided into two distinct patterned sections. Detailed lines and irregular circles define the upper area, while small, t...

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Artist Jennifer Ross presents a still life of a bird's nest on a light and airy background. The layered textures contrast the simplicity of the composition. She uses her eggshell collage technique on the eggs and sculpts the strands of the nest with an acrylic gel medium. "It's about starting to see life in an entirely new way," says Jennifer.

About the Artist
Artist Jennifer Ross creates intimate portraits of birds, nests and horses. Jennifer grew up surrounded by the art of her mother and grandfather. Her attempt to follow in their footsteps presented detours, however, and she ended up working in art galleries selling other's work. But her desire to paint continued to grow throughout the years. In 2008, a gift certificate to a local art store turned into a life-changing event. Jennifer found inspiration in a collection of antique prints...

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An assortment of papers, gold leaf, and various materials form a vibrant composition centered on themes of love. The intricate details enrich the narrative, r...

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A delicate tangle of fern fronds and forest ephemera rests gently atop a richly layered encaustic background, evoking the quiet mystery of a shaded woodland flo...

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A whimsical portrait of a girl with flowing red hair in a brlliant orange dress. She stands happily in a field of radiant sunflowers and magical birds. "When ...

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Artist Fernando Garcia presents the sun descending the horizon in an abstract seascape. Warm rays of light beautifully reflect on the ocean's surface. "After ...

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Artist Libby Ramage daydreams under the shade of an old sycamore tree. In this mixed-media piece, she combines the images in her imaginative musings—a beaut...

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Storm clouds hang over the stunning high peaks of the San Juan Mountains in Colorado. The rugged rocks rise against the sky while a green valley stretches bel...

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A figure emerges from a striking blend of bold colors, teetering on the edge of abstraction. Muted grays emphasize the splashes of orange and blue. Artist Gai...

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A woman sits, her hand cupping her face. Artist Sharon Sieban notes that sometimes people are not ready to answer the call, but coffee helps. Gestural strokes...

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A snow-covered mountain basks in sunlight while thin clouds drift in the crisp and cold air. Adding depth and contrast to the scene, shadows fall in bright bl...

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A face surfaces within the abstract expression of artist Sharon Sieben's striking contemporary portrait. Cold wax mixed with oil constitutes a compelling image of her model in a meditative state. Sharon reminds us that sometimes, especially after a busy day, a quiet moment is most welcomed. "The subject in this portrait would agree," says Sharon.

About the Artist
Sharon Sieben prefers working in a loose, fluid technique and finds inspiration in the most unexpected things. Her parents bought her a set of oil paints when she was ten years old and it sparked her love of art. She especially admires the work of Impressionist artists such as Paul Cezanne because of how they broke tradition. When she's not making art, she enjoys reading and playing classical guitar...

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Three human figures stand separately on a square platform, evoking stability and timelessness. A rectangular block hovers above them. The white hexagonal base s...

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A minimalist piece that embodies balance and contemplation through its geometric structure. A three-dimensional human figure energizes from a diamond frame, evo...

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Two human figures stand separately on a platform, their hands touching. A rectangular block floats above them. The red hexagonal base reinforces visual harmony ...

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Tall, slender trees line a stream. The interwining branches cut through the yellow-green foliage and blue sky, creating a mosaic effect. Dappled light graces th...

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Muted pastel tones and textured layers create a soothing abstract composition. Book pages, a barcode, and a music sheet add nostalgia and character. This visu...

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Artist Lee Smith presents a mischievous-looking rabbit in the act of running away. She leaves out the pursuer from the composition, allowing the viewer to create their own narrative. Bold black linework with strategically placed teal accents outlines the patterned golden hues of the charming hare. The gray background allows the subject to take center stage, enhanced with a complex system of white tick marks, which add interest and help create the feeling of action and motion.

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Artist Lee Smith combines abstract, expressionist, and gritty contemporary art in her work. “My style is greatly influenced by years spent in CGI production and an unapologetic love for the daily comics,” says Lee. As a keen observer, she finds her inspiration in the social aspects of life. Her work represents human emotions and portrays these emotions by illustrating the animal world, often using those popular companions—cats and dogs. In her long professional career, Lee has worked as a newspaper layout artist, a visual merchandising specialist, a freelance graphic artist, a technical illustrator, and an art director. Lee retired from the corporate world ten years ago to concentrate on her art career. “Although I studied art in college, I prefer to describe myself as 'self-taught.' Years of irreplaceable hands-on experience have provided an extensive and invaluable continuing education in the arts,” says Lee. When building her current home in Oregon, she added a small studio that she keeps organized and clutter-free. She wears her trusty paint-covered denim overall when working, and typically listens to audiobooks or podcasts. “I have dozens of paintbrushes in cans all over the studio, but I have only about 10 favorites that I always use.”

Words that describe this painting: rabbit, bunny, grin, teeth, eyes, pattern, running, run, leap, leaping, animal, ears, feet, legs, jack rabbit, mixed media, playful, animals, mixed media artwork, grey

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For artist Darlene McElroy, a person's posture can reveal much about their attitude. In her mixed-media artwork, a woman in a white dress stands with her back...

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"A handsome young man lost in a veiled dreamland," explains artist Darlene McElroy. "Memories of the past, fantasies of the future, and the smells of spring ...

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A tall green stalk with lush leaves and delicate flowers stands against a softly textured background. Intricate botanical diagrams and scribbled notes add bot...

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The artwork strikes a delicate balance between nature and abstraction. A central bleeding heart flower blooms against a textured background, weaving botanical...

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An abstract painting showcases various shades of turquoise, featuring bold, dynamic brushstrokes that create a rich, three-dimensional texture. Sinuous lines ...

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Abstract lines and shapes intertwine with a mix of handwritten and printed text. Through words and visual elements, artist Linda Shaffer portrays writing as o...

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A dancer bursts with movement and energy, as muted grays highlight subtle pops of orange and blue. Rapid, intuitive strokes add dynamic freshness, while colla...

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A delicate lilac blooms beside a vibrant swallowtail butterfly, capturing a serene moment in nature. Artist Shannon Amidon embedded crushed amethyst into the ...

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Artist Yelena Sidorova depicts a woman fascinatingly intrigued with a butterfly on a magical summer evening. The geisha dons a beautiful butterfly kimono...

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Artist Libby Ramage collaged wine labels and sheet music to create these two singers and their pet dog. "It's a study of the gender divide of song," says Libb...

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Part of artist Scott Dykema's series on animals. Scott paints an electric portrait of a pig with two of his bird friends eyeing the viewer. "This started as a...

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Two stylized figures, adorned with bold colors and intricate patterns, stand against a deep black backdrop. They portray a surreal encounter in a magical plac...

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Part of artist Scott Dykema's series of the majestic bison. Mist clears in the dead of the night as an eye emerges from within wisps of bright vivid clouds. I...