Massachusetts - Paintings
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Early evening colors reflect on a peaceful lake, painting its surface with soft purple hues. Aquatic plants pick up different tones as they recede into the sh...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
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Inspired by the pictures sent by his wife, artist David Thelen depicts the captivating allure of the Appalachian Trail. A sturdy branch dances with the surrou...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Libby Ramage presents a surrealist representation of the changing seasons. "The leaves are like flames, and the boy and man are hesitant to venture fur...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Terri Bell presents an abstract grid in various colors and arrangements. She pays homage to Batik, a traditional Indonesian technique of dyeing wax-cov...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Judy Mackey shares her joy in painting US flags. In this piece, the flag is painted at a stationary position set against an abstracted blue background....
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Early 2000s Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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A pair of little woodpeckers perch on opposite sides of a branch, busy probing the small holes they've made for fresh tree sap. The intricate features of their plumage and the textured bark create a striking contrast against the stark white background. Rendered in vibrant colors and fine detail, artist Emil Morhardt brings this charming scene to life.
About the Artist
Emil Morhardt is an acrylic painter from Santa Barbara, California who expresses his passion for birds through realistic acrylic paintings. He paints at home in a studio room that has large windows and a north-facing view of the mountains. He observes the animals from this window, watching roadrunners, foxes, bobcats, deer, and coyote run by. Surrounded by this wildlife, Emil paints bird portraits reminiscent of those by artist John James Audubon. He bases his paintings off hundreds of photographs he takes of birds in the wild and at wildlife recovery centers. Emil captures the freedom and inquisitiveness that birds display...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Heather Foster displays a calm landscape of Northern New Mexico. Three bulls line up in the center of the grassy field in front of a breathtaking view ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Waves crash onto the shore of the Central California Coast. Soft purple hues from the distant hills create a beautiful backdrop against the sun-kissed cliffs,...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
During a trip to London, artist Onleio Marrero explored the city's wonderful sites. On one of his strolls along the Thames, he noticed the neo-gothic fountain...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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The artwork depicts the Nine of Pentacles card, symbolizing rapidly growing success, incoming financial satisfaction, and wealth. White bison figures represen...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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"This exciting composition features a flowing movement of bright warm colors," says artist Gary Leonard. "The dress brings an abstraction of colors that enhan...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Ronda Waiksnis paints an abstract representation of nature, capturing its earthy colors and tranquil grace. "The yellow highlights at the top of the st...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Placed on a pale yellow table, an unwrapped chocolate cupcake topped with swirl mint frosting and sprinkle entices with its delectable appeal. Subtle details ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Elizabeth Garat has always felt an affinity with trees. She came upon this view on a long walk during the golden hour in Ashland, Oregon. A gentle bree...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Sharon France exhibits a modern image of a rustic old farmhouse, an old barn, and a shed. She paints the dreamy display from free imagination. The gold...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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Artist Ronda Waiksnis expresses a visceral view of a local landscape. Muted tones of brown, gray, white, and black constitute the gripping scene. "This is esp...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A bold red barn stands out against a sunlit, chartreuse-green field. Small outbuildings suggest the hum of rural life, while the colors radiate warmth and growt...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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While visiting the United Kingdom, artist Onelio Marrero explored the Irish National Stud Farm, known for breeding thoroughbred horses. The farm boasts breath...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Suren Nersisyan presents a vibrant vineyard flourishing under the warm sun. As the bright sunlight falls on the rows of grapevines, intricate shadows c...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Set during an evening on Wacker Drive, the artwork offers an atmospheric view of Chicago, featuring the iconic Tribune Tower and surrounding buildings. The st...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Lisa Elley loves painting flowers, as they resonate deeply with her. In this inspiring still life, she boldly mixes pinks, deep red, and yellow. Part o...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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With low tide, the sand stretches out towards the receding waterline, revealing a shallow pool of water reflecting the sky. A solitary cloud watches over the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Janet Dyer displays an expressionist landscape view of a Mediterranean forest. She paints the temperate shrubland on a warm summer afternoon. Janet pai...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Gold Leaf
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As low-lying clouds blanket the surrounding hills, artist Onelio Marrero captures the tranquil allure of the Glendalough Monastery in Ireland on a rainy day. ...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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An aerial view reveals a picturesque landscape of the South of France, with verdant greenery and farmland hugging a winding switchback road. While a zigzag pa...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Warren Keating displays an image of a man riding a bicycle from an aerial view. "This painting was inspired by an early morning cyclist traveling on a ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Soft colors shape a nonrepresentational landscape, where clouds drift gently above a green field. Black paint peeks through layered hues, and fine scratches cre...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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"Common Ravens are a friendly lot, hanging around in large groups at an abundant food source or pairing off to wander as a couple," ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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With sunlight streaming in from the left, the trees engage in a playful banter about who gets the spotlight. Overlooking a small pond alongside the shrubs, th...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Lisa Elley created this glowing impressionist scene after a fall trip to the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains and Yosemite National Park. "The quaking a...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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Artist Wenjie Jin features windows as a poetic medium for communication between man and nature. Each frame plays its role in its own story and reflects the co...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A slow-moving sea turtle swims with determination, balancing a cupcake on its head. It evokes feelings of solitude, peace, and joy. The artwork, painted over ...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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White blossoming trees grace an orchard in Provence, France. Painted with a brush and palette knife, the composition conveys their fleeting beauty. Their flow...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"The Ottawa Valley is the valley of the Ottawa River that divides Eastern Ontario from Western Quebec," explains artist Doug Cosbie...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"Inspired by Paul Klee, I reimagined a quiet October evening with heavily textured colors and an emphasis on simplified linear elements," says artist Robert H...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic, Wood Panel
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"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength while loving someone deeply gives you courage," says artist David Shepherd. He presents a vibrant, realistic piece of a face covered in vibrant flowers. A prismatic light...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Early 2000s Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A delivery person with a bright green helmet stands outside Stromboli Pizza in East Village, giving the impression of an otherworldly visitor. Inside, a woman busies herself with preparing the food behind the counter. The red and orange bar stools...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Late 19th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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The fiery hues of the autumn trees contrast beautifully with the cool tones of the stream. The swift course of the water distorts the reflection of the gently...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
A scenic view from Route 80 in Ohio displays the dynamics between light and simple architectural elements. Amidst the surrounding trees, the sun-struck walls ...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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"The elephant always hosted the best tea parties, everyone agreed," says artist Andrea Doss. "Her dream was to bake a cake taller than the giraffe, but she ha...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic, Canvas
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Artist Onelio Marrero presents an impressionist piece exploring ponds, koi, and goldfish—part of his ongoing series focusing on freshwater fauna. "Koi and Goldfish are considered lucky because, despite their bright colors attracting predators, they have useful survival instincts," shares Onelio. These fish take advantage of reflections of the sky and trees on the water's surface to hide from predators. Onelio capitalizes on the effects of the clear sky and silhouetted trees reflected on the pond to partially mask the exotic fish.
About the Artist
Artist Onelio Marrero paints impressionist city scenes of everyday life. He captures the romanticism of New York City, from the picturesque fountains in Central Park to a glistening city street on a rainy afternoon. He creates a sense of nostalgia and intimacy with his work, offering the feeling that you have visited this particular scene before. “Each play of light, each texture, and each movement of a figure can have a captivating effect on me,†says Onelio. He studied at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art where he mastered discerning color and values, giving his work a more spontaneous appearance. Onelio’s work is an appreciation for beauty in all of its greatest forms; nature, art, and people.
Words that describe this painting: koi, goldfish, water, pond, lake, swim, reflection, liquid, rocks, pebbles, animal, oilpaint, impressionism, impressionism, animals, oil painting, green
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A lone tree stands in the middle of a vast meadow, with a single cloud hovering over it. Its leaves, painted in shades of yellow and red, subtly hint at the c...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Part of artist Natasha Tayles' ongoing Circles series, she envisions bright light emerging from the darkness. Natasha paints a kaleidoscopic feast for the eye...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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