Massachusetts - Mixed Media
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Part of artist Yelitza Diaz's Man on the Moon series. A naked bronze figure sits contemplatively by the edge of a ring. One arm is...
21st Century and Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Dots and circular shapes overlap in a mix of blacks, blues, and tans on a background of greens and yellows. Inspired by nature, artist Johnny Karwan used heat...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Blue geometric shapes rise against a soft yellow background, depicting a colorful urban sunset in December. Artist Cynthia Ligeros captures the essence of the...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Juicy grape clusters hang from a vine, their deep colors vivid against the lighter background. Inspired by a vineyard tour, artist Jodi Dann collaged maps and t...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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A girl extends her hand for a blue jay to perch on. The wind blows through her hair, adding a sense of joyful movement to the scene. Artist Yelena Sidorova ap...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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This abstract piece showcases a dynamic array of colors, textures, and finishes. Depending on the viewing angle and time of day, it captures and reflects light in multiple ways, imbuing it with a sense of movement. Artist Jennifer Hanson...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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A white owl peers from an abstract structure, embodying its symbol as a protector and spiritual guide. The moon glows from the distance. Bold strokes of orang...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Bright neon green and red patches emerge from the deep blues, violets, and blacks. Although the composition appears complex with its colors and shapes, the ti...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Artist Terri Bell exhibits a series of organic shapes in varying sizes combined to create a double grid. She presents each abstract form as a unique design el...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Bright blues, greens, and yellows create a lively composition. Artist Johnny Karwan made the artwork by recycling plastic bags with holes and fusing them with...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Organic shapes create a linear wall, with dark elements concentrated at the top. Shades of cool gray, white, and black blend into a neutral composition. The s...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Whimsical flowers fill a vase with blue and white stripes while a juicy fruit rests on the table. Funky shapes and patterns adorn the composition. The scene e...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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A modern abstract inspired by the Color Field paintings of the 1950s. "This piece consists of layers of handmade paper, paint, and powdered pigment," explains artist Margriet Hogue...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media, Archival Paper, Monotype
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A pink peony stands out against a black square, surrounded by pastel colors and abstract forms. Checkerboard patterns and dynamic brushstrokes convey a sense of movement and contrast. Artist Dafni Milan...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Artist Melissa Gannon created this piece as her interpretation of High Rocks Canyon in the Black Rock Desert in Nevada. "Thousands of wagons traveled through ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media, Canvas
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This is a piece of art from Scott Dykema's horse series. In the artwork, the horse is depicted as a unique and significant animal. The image is full of striki...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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A morning scene unfolds at the Canyonlands National Park in Utah. The rising sun lights up the landscape, creating purple shadows on the cliffs with beautiful...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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A man with shadowed and deep-set eyes carries a quiet intensity in his gaze. His neutral expression invites the viewer to ponder the story behind his solemn d...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Four figures gather around a campfire in a dark forest. One tends to a large pot while the others carry a taxi cab. They are extracting color from the vehicle...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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A nude depiction of a woman poses in a confident stance. Paint drips and scratches give tension to the figure, imparting a dynamic contrast against its ground...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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Artist Terri Bell executes abstract sound waves into uniform horizontal lines. Each pattern stream sets the background apart in mesmerizing brown and beige sp...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Bright red tulips elegantly sit in a blue and white vase. Against this vibrant bouquet, the background is filled with floral patterns and geometric shapes. The diverse flower representations highlight the many ways true love can be experienced. Artist Dafni Milan...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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A juniper stands against a vivid background, its branches stretching outward with lush foliage. The colorful shapes in the background evoke a sense of vitality. Artist Dafni Milan...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Colorful leaves surround a tree with white rays peeking from behind. The detailed trunk contrasts with the leaves and the background's vibrant strokes. The artwork evokes the sun's warmth, inspiring an overwhelming feeling of love. Artist Dafni Milan created the piece using acrylic and oil paint, incorporating sketches from her studio collaged into the background.
About the Artist
Artist Dafni Milan creates mixed-media paintings that embody her passion for freedom and individuality. “My artwork has a lot of symbolism and personal meaning,†says Dafni. She believes in staying true to oneself, even if it means challenging societal norms, a belief that is deeply reflected in her work. Growing up in a family of artists and attending the art school her parents founded, Dafni developed her artistic talents from a young age. Now residing in Arizona with her husband, she paints in a well-lit bedroom she calls her sanctuary. Outside the studio, Dafni leads an active lifestyle, enjoying horse riding, spending time with her dogs, and exploring the outdoors.
Words that describe this painting: tree, sun, sunshine, mark making, collage, colorful, sunshine, expressionism, nature, mixed media artwork, green
Rays of Love...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Artist Jodi Dann captures an exciting gift from nature. A sweet little bird made a nest out of horse tail hair in her backyard, inspiring her to create a coll...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Long ago in Pennsylvania, farmers would pile up rocks when clearing fields for planting crops, arranging them in long, fence-like structures. Over time, these...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Artist Nava Lundy pictures an impressionist display of a tranquil waterlily pond. "The heart is believed to connect the physical and the spiritual world and p...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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A basil plant, a bottle of olive oil, and a salt and pepper shaker make a promising start for a great pasta dish. Using a limited palette, artist Peg Belcastr...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Marble
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic, Board, Photographic Paper
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic, Photographic Paper
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Epoxy Resin, Acrylic, Board, Photographic Paper
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Canvas, Acrylic, Board, Color Pencil
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Artist Yelitza Diaz presents a man climbing on geometric shapes attached to a bold background of yellow. "The inspiration for this piece is the constant searc...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Canvas, Acrylic, Board, Color Pencil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Canvas, Acrylic, Board, Color Pencil
2010s American Realist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Encaustic
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Black and white rose petals unfurl amid splashes of gold in this acrylic and oil painting. Each stroke captures emotion, holding moments in the eternal beauty...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Paper, Monoprint
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A vibrant mixed media painting in turquoise, blues, neutrals, and red, with hand-printed paper and original images embedded into the layers of paint. "This pa...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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The composition weaves elements of nature and psychology with paint and twigs forming a nest. A collage of hand-painted maps decorating the surface of the egg...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Artist Jodi Dann began a collage series after a delightful discovery in her backyard—a nest made of horse tail hair. The varied abstract elements, textures,...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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A yellow tabby cat captures attention with its enigmatic and inviting gaze. Behind it, the dog shows a protective aura, silently vowing loyalty and friendship...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Canvas, Wax, Oil
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Pink and red poppies share a whimsical dance within the green vase. The use of thick paint and delicate gold leaf adds a layer of richness to the still-life p...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Colorful ridges and mountains bring layers of contrast to the scene, while light and shadows accentuate the ruggedness of the terrain. Expressive strokes capt...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Linda Shaffer creates a vibrant multi-layered abstract heart. She paints it a crimson red over a turquoise and purple background. Monoprints with unique marks...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Soothing waters meet the horizon. Layers of paint add a distinct depth to the scene, while simple strokes define the details. Artist Jennifer Hanson...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Charcoal, Oil, Board
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This painting depicts an energetic dancer in full motion. The figure borders on abstraction, emphasized by muted grays that highlight splashes of lively orang...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
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Two nude figures join hands in artist Libby Ramage's arresting primitive piece. The elderly couple braces themselves going into an uncertain future. "The firs...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Artist Gail Ragains captures a model mid-pose, depicting her figure with a blend of collage papers, acrylic glazes, and oil pastels. The vibrant color combina...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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Artist Darlene McElroy creates a portrait of a tattooed woman with her eyes concealed. "How someone appears on the surface may change once you open your eyes ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Mixed Media
Mixed Media
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