Massachusetts - Paintings
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Two people share a tense, personal moment over a morning beer in a bar. The scene delivers a strong story through the use of color, light, and character portray...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A man and his dog drive through a vast, open landscape. There’s a zero percent chance their trip won’t involve beef jerky. This sun-drenched scene captures ...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A solitary house with deep blue doors anchors this peaceful, simplified landscape. The soft green field and crisp sky invite a moment of quiet reflection. The s...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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This oil painting captures the quiet beauty of a Florida marsh. Palm trees and billowing clouds add depth and balance to the composition. Artist Kent Sullivan u...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
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A couple walks hand-in-hand through a vibrant autumn forest. Their cheerful, colorful attire contrasts with the gentle rain. The wet leaves on the trees shimmer...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A biker firmly grips the handlebars. Cropped just above the wrist, the composition draws attention to the dynamic interplay of form and pattern. The garment, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A family eats dinner and talks about their day. The glowing, soft-focus background and amber palette evoke warmth, love, and perhaps nostalgia, while the styliz...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
The Lynde Point Lighthouse, also known as Saybrook Inner, in Connecticut, overlooks the peaceful Island Sound. The patterns of receding tidal puddles captivated...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Soft blues and reds sweep through this impressionistic sunset over the Sonoran Desert. The sun glows on the horizon, illuminating the cactus and shrubs scattere...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A man sits alone in a pristine corner office, surrounded by glass walls framing a beguiling sea and a distant sailboat, emblematic of freedom and escape. Inside...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Sunlight filters through the dilapidated room, illuminating dust motes and peeling paint. Before the crumbling fireplace, the translucent figures of the home's ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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This painting was inspired by the simple joy of watching hummingbirds flit and play among the flowers in artist Karen Barton's garden. Two birds hover at the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Earthy tones contrast with soft pinks and greens, hinting at a floral presence. This abstract painting conveys dynamic movement and emotional depth, balancing s...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A warm glow from a flickering candle illuminates the scene, casting soft light across every object. An antique clock nestled within a sculpture evokes a sense o...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A woman sits on a bench, sipping her drink, outside of St. Mark’s Coffee & Tea in the East Village. The cafe’s red facade contrasts with the subdued urban e...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A field of red poppies bursts with vibrant color, illuminated by the golden hues of a setting sun. Bold strokes capture the depth and vitality of the scene. Pai...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Soft orange, peach, and red create a comforting color palette. Subtle touches of blue and white enhance the vibrancy of the warmer tones, making them shine. Lay...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Bold, energetic brushwork shapes an abstract interpretation of a flower. Thick layers of paint convey spontaneity and life, while soft touches of blue add surpr...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Bright sunlight illuminates a red barn, its sliding door opening to a shadowy interior. In the foreground, a large Dachshund stands tall, like a statue, staring...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Board
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Artist Dorothy Gaziano layers orange and light blue with oil paint and cold wax. Using black to enhance details, she applies marks and scratches, adding contr...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Pink peonies and white blossoms fill a blue and white ceramic vase. A soft purple background contrasts with a green surface, creating a lively and charming sc...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Rich reds, golds, and oranges create a minimalist yet dramatic seascape. The panoramic format evokes a sense of vastness and tranquility. Slightly darker edges ...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A neighborhood transforms into a stylized vision. Geometric lines and shapes suggest houses and trees, while a dominant blue field contrasts with bright and m...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil, Paper, Pastel
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Artist Comments
A cow peeks through a window in a high-rise building, creating a sense of intrigue. This unexpected scene draws inspiration from the story of Freddie Mercury, a...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Artist Comments
It’s an end-of-day moment, with the last bit of sunlight warmly illuminating the front porch and hedge of a Victorian house. The scene exudes a sense of cal...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Refined elegance exudes from a bottle of Macallan Terra, a rich amber whisky poured into a tasting glass, and a finely rolled cigar. Warm tones and soft textu...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Green, blue, and orange with black accents create a dynamic abstract composition. Scratches and marks add texture and energy. Artist Dorothy Gaziano used oil pa...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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This scene reflects Onelio Marrero’s love of antiques and collectibles. At its center, a man carefully examines a vintage painting, perhaps in search of a hid...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A two-story red barn and a small shed sit quietly on the land. Sunlight washes over the landscape while a shadowed path leads through the scene. Autumn trees pr...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A brown horse with a white tail and mane dips its nose into a black bag dangling from its head. The name Palomino appears above, hinting at a story. Layers of a...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Layers of colors and gestures define this abstract piece. Soft green, orange, and blue contrast with touches of black. Expressive scratches and marks bring text...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A young woman walks through a myriad of water lilies, her illuminated figure contrasting sharply with the dark lake. Her posture and radiant hair create a fee...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
The sky and clouds can be unpredictable, offering no certain forecast for the weather ahead. A gathering of dark clouds may hint at rain or a refreshing cooln...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Colorful houses sit at the edge of a lake, with a pink boat anchored nearby. The greens and blues of the summer sky reflect on the still water. Artist John Jaster's choice of a bright color palette creates a lively and inviting atmosphere.
About the Artist
Artist John Jaster paints in a style he describes as realistic impressions, capturing colorful views of his adventures across the Americas. "People always ask me how I get such deep brilliant colors," says John. "The answer is layers. Since acrylic paint dries mostly transparent, it requires multiple layers of paint to build up to a specific color. With the right lighting that depth of layering is like sunshine glistening through clear water." In college, John felt a pull towards computer science and pursued a career in software architecture. Although the two paths...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
When artist Onelio Marrero's grandchildren visit, they love spending time in his spare bedroom, playing games, dressing up, and pretending. One of their favor...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A two-toned contemporary abstract piece features a textured surface. In her signature style, artist Janet Hamilton applied thick layers of paint using drywall...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Jaime Ellsworth depicts a sturdy white stallion with its face out of frame. A girl with a red skirt—also obscured from perspective—stands on its ba...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Artist Comments
A serene view stretches beyond, revealing Pope Island in Lubec, Maine. A house rests by the water under a bright sky. This is the seventh piece artist Jay Jen...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A dog takes in Park Avenue from the back seat of a stretch limo. Looking up, the canine sports an excited expression. Evidently, the Westminster Kennel Club i...
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Panel, Oil
2010s Photorealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Linen, Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A fountain flows in the center of an elegant garden in artist Sherri Aldawood's impressionist piece. "My dream came true when I visited the home and garden of one of my favorite artists of the past, Joaquin Sorolla, in Madrid," shares Sherri. Channeling her knowledge from studying Sorolla's masterful paintings, Sherri portrays the morning light and colors with soft illumination. The sunlit foliage gleams majestically in the background, sharpening the dimension and bringing the viewer's eye toward the rear of the scene.
About the Artist
Sherri Aldawood didn't intend to always paint flowers, but over time her love of gardens started to permeate her art. She focuses on the light and color of the flowers on the canvas. Sherri prefers alla prima, working with wet layers of paint instead of letting them dry. She keeps the paint as wet as possible by using walnut and clove oil...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"This longhorn was located at a ranch in Southern Colorado," shares artist Heather Foster. "I am always amazed by longhorns because I expect them to be clumsy...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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