Massachusetts - Paintings
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Several shades of blue sweep across a lightly textured background. Bits of orange highlight the focal point, adding warmth to the composition. Sections of gray ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Three sisters sit closely together on a couch, their fashion evoking the feeling of vintage Hollywood style. A black furry dog sits on the floor and enjoys th...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
This abstract painting features a light palette of peach and cream, complemented by areas of blue. Splashes of color add movement, guiding the eye across the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Joey Korom paints an abstract visualization of London's Russell Square. Three registers define the painting's major spati...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
The shimmering sea peeks through a beach house and offers a glimpse of its tranquil beauty. The floor, wall, and ceiling lead to the water, creating a seamles...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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The rolling Cotswold hills in England blend with the misty sky. Painted with a brush and palette knife, the rich strokes capture the depth and lushness of the f...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic, Paper
Artist Comments
Soft blues and purples create a soothing blend of hues in this abstract painting. The black, gray, pops of orange, and line work guide the eye through the com...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero shares a tender moment of children swimming by the sea. Part of a series of summer paintings that explo...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Artist Comments
A tonal abstract landscape rendered with an introspective approach. Artist Pat Forbes describes the scene as "the world left behind in the dreamy moments when...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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A poised swimmer confidently sits at the edge of a diving board. Rather than a sunny beach, this painting exudes a dramatic and mysterious night scene. Bold con...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A cut-up lemon rests on a muted surface, its interior revealing various color changes. The light and shadow emphasize the fruit's vibrant yellow skin and fles...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
The evening sun bathes the historic village of Obidos, Portugal, in warm golden light, casting soft shadows on whitewashed buildings. A winding cobblestone stre...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Rich blues and teal streaks suggest the depth of the sea, while cream and white accents mimic light piercing the water. Thick paint applied using drywall knives...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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A majestic pronghorn antelope buck sits at the heart of a darkening prairie. The rich, warm tones and subtle background details emphasize the animal’s disti...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Jo Galang says this piece was inspired by a lovely bouquet she received from her son and his girlfriend on Mother's Day. "It was so beautiful, and the ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Panel, 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
Two modern buildings, one raw sienna, and the other white, stand side by side against a deep blue sky. The daylight in the background contrasts with the struc...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
A solitary patron in a bar abandons his untouched drink and heads to a phone booth, carrying crucial papers in hand. The cigarette he leaves behind continues ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil, Mixed Media
Artist Comments
This painting combines two of artist Onelio Marrero's interests: his love for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and his fascination with observi...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A man stands in front of a Picasso painting exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The considerable time he spends in front of the artw...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Lisa Nielsen displays impressionist roses gleaming from the warmth of the sun. Plump blossoms spring from effervesce...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Onelio Marrero depicts two carefree children playing in the surf. Part of a series of summer paintings that explores the joyful spirit of youth. His ex...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
This abstract painting captures the striking contrast between a restless sky and the quiet strength of the land below. Storm clouds churn in layered blues and...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Meringue cookies stack together, each one delectable and delightful. Their crisp exterior and rich tones come to life against the soft, yellow background. Thi...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Watercolor
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Board
Artist Comments
Artist Joanie Ford depicts a few beachgoers enjoying a relaxing day out by the shore. Clouds provide a cool shadow from the sun's summer heat as a gentle bree...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Sunlight illuminates the garden while weathered interior walls bask over the passage of time. It tells the story of a home once alive with the sound of children...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Bathed in the hush of twilight, rows of blooming lavender stretch endlessly beneath a sky brushed with fading light. Each bold, textured stroke captures the fle...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Yangzi Xu depicts a lively nighttime scene of New York City. She fills the composition with recognizable aspects such as tower...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Benjamin Thomas depicts a luminous sky with tonal hues of grey with soft purple accents. Finally, he paints his favorite color in a sky painting. "My d...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Capturing the vast beauty of nature, this painting showcases endless fields gently rising and falling beneath an expansive sky. Lush, undulating meadows, golden...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Waits River is a small village on Highway 25 southeast of Stowe, Vermont. "The church, buildings and barns presented an iconic view of New England...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Two pears rest on a wooden surface. The light accentuates their blemished yellow skin with reddish blush, along with their curvy form. A curling leaf adorns one...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A variety of glass vases hold vibrant spring flower arrangements. The mix of colors creates a lively scene and contrasts against the soft, neutral background....
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Paper, Acrylic
Artist Comments
"The lines are smooth and inviting. They are delicate yet established," says artist Voskan Galstian. "The peaceful effects are created by this play of lines w...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A red fox curls up on the snow, its fiery coat glowing against the icy background. Bold strokes capture the texture of its thick fur. The painting radiates both...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Monarch butterflies amidst white fluff, in pink, yellow, orange, and red, flying about merrily in a bright blue sky. Their colorful wings fluttering in every ...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Linen, Raw Linen, Oil
Artist Comments
Near artist Onelio Marrero's home, several ponds adorned with water lilies unfailingly captivate his attention. He delights in observing the transformative ef...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Cotton Canvas, Wax, Oil
Artist Comments
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
Artist Comments
León, Spain, buzzes with energy, especially as a key stop along the Camino de Santiago. By night, the city truly comes alive, with locals, pilgrims, and touris...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Based on artist Onelio Marrero's sketches, the scene depicts a Manhattan avenue looking south on a winter night. The brushwork captures the bustling energy of...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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