Massachusetts - Paintings
Artist Comments
Artist Patrick Duffy creates an abstract dialogue between the imagination and the fundamentals of all things space. He paints half-crescent moons emerging wit...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic, Oil, Wood Panel
Artist Comments
Serene, atmospheric landscape painted to convey a soothing mood. A sky of aqua-tinged blues and soft clouds hovers above velvet green fields. In the foregroun...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
An atmospheric painting in a blend of soft turquoise, blue, yellow and purple. "Music is often the inspiration for my work," says artist DL Watson. "Listening to many different genres, music can set the mood, affecting my process. This piece was created while listening to classical, setting a tone of peacefulness and relaxation."
About the Artist
DL Watson creates...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A flowing, expressionist portrait of woman lost in dance and embracing the promise of a new day. "I created this painting as 2020 drew to a close and 2021 daw...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Suren Nersisyan shows an inviting view of a vineyard that draws the eyes further towards a scenic mountain range lining the distance. Rows of grapevine...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Tara Zalewsky-Nease painted this rhododendron forest scene en plein air in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania. Bold and gestural brushwork punctuates...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Early 20th Century Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A lush expanse of lavender fields in Provence, France. Artist Janet Dyer depicts this countryside view with varying shades of violet perfectly balanced by the...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Paper, Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Metal
Artist Comments
"The flowers hide the face so that you don’t make assumptions about the model, you focus on the beauty of existence," states artist David Shepherd. "You appreciate that they are a person without any impressions of their character. When I compose a painting I think back to my childhood memories. It ties in with what I was saying above. When you’re a child it’s much easier to make friends and enjoy people. That innocence allows for such pure emotion. I always try and get back to that feeling when I’m composing my work."
About the Artist
Canadian artist David Shepherd fuses techniques from both old and modern masters to create contemporary interpretations of the human form. While offering strong nods to pop art and cubism, the work remains grounded by David’s training in 19th Century academic realism. Combining discrete techniques within a single tableau is initially jarring to the viewer, creating an unexpected visual complexity in the work and demonstrating the artist’s breadth of skills. “I think in the future we will be much more interested in works of art that show a mastery of multiple styles,” says David. Each artwork effectually suggests the surreal nature of human existence within a convoluted modern society.
Words that describe this painting: flowers, floral, portrait, realism, hyperrealism, photorealism, hyperreal, face, beauty, eye, rainbow, calm, calming, love, lips, people, large, people, flora, realism, oil painting, pink
Loose Lips...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A soft burst of pastels paints the evening sky in this delightful seascape by artist Gail Greene. "A setting sun creates a mystic feeling of enchantment," sha...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Pamela Hoke displays a monochromatic portrait of a highland cattle. She captures the serenity of a majestic yet gentle and b...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Terri Bell presents a lively grid punctuated with organic shapes and linear patterns. The work serves as a metaphor for the ever-changing complexities ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
1890s Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Lisa Carney presents a floral abstract of vibrant crimson blooms. Part of her ongoing GeoFlora series of dynamic abstractions comprised of drips and splatters. The piece features a contrasting palette of red, light pink, orange, and gray. The summery colors suggest wildflower-covered fields and branching sea corals.
About the Artist
Lisa Carney draws her inspiration from the earth's layers and the history they hold. The drips, splashes, scrapes and scratches in her art happen spontaneously and come together to create a cohesive whole. She began to craft a more organic feel in her works after noticing the texture in her works resembled plant roots...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
The sky and sea converge in artist Jenn Williamson's arresting panoramic piece. She explores light and darkness, searching for beauty in quiet, unnoticed places, thus creating a spiritual oasis. "I painted this piece during a season of spiritual and personal awakening from a season of trials," shares Jenn. She expresses the peace and tranquility in her soul for which she is genuinely grateful.
About the Artist
Jenn Williamson expertly evokes the scenery of British Columbia in her soft abstract landscapes. She utilizes defining horizontal and vertical strokes, coupled with a skillful handling of color, to create significant depth in each piece. Her paintings, though abstracted, clearly convey the atmospheric attributes of the scene–rain, wind, clouds, fog. Jenn’s muted color palette transports the viewer to the Canadian west coast...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
The window pane develops into a picture frame in artist Wenjie Jin's compelling minimalist display. "Windows are a poetic medium for communication between man and nature," states Wenjie. She draws inspiration from the ancient association of light with God. An illustrative comparison of windows and religion comes into awareness.
About the Artist
Chromatic hues demonstrated in precise, minimalist arrangements establish artist Wenjie Jin's s compositions. She implements aspects of modern and abstract styles in beautifully refined sequences of color. "You may encounter heart-touching moments, including beautiful poetry, surreal dreams, and exquisitely carved structures," says Wenjie. Her work creates a powerful sensory resonance that goes beyond words. Growing up in rural China, she discovered her love for painting and hoped to change her life's path with the paintbrush. Wenjie's creativity led her to pursue jewelry design and, through earnest efforts, became a successful international artisan. She migrated to the United States as an outstanding talent yet faced challenges from the language barrier. Rediscovering painting became her earnest way of self-expression and spiritual tranquility. Wenjie immerses herself in inspiration by taking reference photographs and conclusively translating the material at her well-kept garage studio in Arcadia...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Mixed Media, Watercolor, Board
Artist Comments
A nude female figure reclines in a wooden chair, her posture evoking artist James McNeill Whistler's iconic painting of his mother. The soft interplay of ligh...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A brown colt quenches its thirst from a pristine lotus pond in artist Guigen Zha's symbolic piece. Part of his Dreamland series high...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Early 20th Century Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Resin, Mixed Media, Panel
Artist Comments
Artist Shela Goodman presents a scenic path enveloped by autumnal foliage. In her travels, Shela is always fascinated with the tunnels that trees create. "Not knowing when you entered where you may be when you come out the other side," says Shela. The piece captures the majesty of the season with festive colors and energetic paintwork.
About the Artist
Words that describe this painting: autumn, tunnel, trees, fall, road, season, path, woods, forest...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Sprawling fields in lush green and orange undulate in fluid brushwork. A lone barn rests on the left, set against a backdrop of billowing white clouds. "Just ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A woman emerges from abstract strokes of colors in this modern contemporary portrait by artist Gary Leonard. Light falls on her delicate figure as she poses w...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
In her signature style, artist Ruth LaGue paints a barn and silo with minimal intervention. Inspired by the shapes and patterns of the landscape, she draws th...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
The beach in San Sebastian, Spain, is a chaotic paradise. People fill the sand and water, walking around to show off their stylish beachwear, and playing betwee...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist David Shepherd paints a hyperrealistic image of an eye surrounded by dewy magnolias in full bloom. He explores the idea of united humanity by obscuring the identity of his subject. "As we move forward in history, we move past the limitations of gender and race to see all people as equal and able to have a voice in society and be seen as beautiful," says David. The piece draws a symbolic comparison between the uniqueness of every flower and the singularity of a person.
About the Artist
Canadian artist David Shepherd fuses techniques from both old and modern masters to create contemporary interpretations of the human form. While offering strong nods to pop art and cubism, the work remains grounded by David’s training in 19th Century academic realism. Combining discrete techniques within a single tableau is initially jarring to the viewer, creating an unexpected visual complexity in the work and demonstrating the artist’s breadth of skills. “I think in the future we will be much more interested in works of art that show a mastery of multiple styles,†says David. Each artwork effectually suggests the surreal nature of human existence within a convoluted modern society.
Words that describe this painting: flower, floral, portrait, child, realism, hyperrealism, photorealism, eye, beauty, rainbow, bright, love, petals, detailed, oilpaint, people, people, flora, realism, oil painting, white
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"I've painted this contemplative piece when the pandemic started and the world started changing around us," shares artist Claudia Verciani. An elderly woman g...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"I admire pelicans. They are really sensational birds," shares artist Andres Lopez. "Being lovers of the sea, these birds are not usually seen in any other pa...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Rachel Srinivasan presents a surreal image of a white bison standing in the middle of 10 swords—nominative to its corresponding card from the tarot d...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Blue poppies sway with the gentle breeze under a moonlit night sky. Inspired by her imagination, artist Natalie George paints a dreamy scene with soothing coo...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"I spend all summer long at my studio on a big lake," shares artist Valerie Berkely, "and the shoreline is often a favorite subject. In this piece, I first ap...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Cotton Canvas, Wax, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Watercolor
Artist Comments
Artist Jesse Aldana paints a dreamy seascape with an accidental guest caught swimming in the background. "At a certain time of year, at a certain time of day,...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Cotton Canvas, Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
One of artist Agata Kijanka's earliest memories is watching - mesmerized and enchanted - as mysterious peaks and valleys of a moonlit landscape passed by as ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"Hope is the belief that things will work, most especially when it seems otherwise," says artist Jo Galang. "Deep, never wavering hope is what we need to clin...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A warm coastal view of the ocean during sunset. Artist Alicia Dunn portrays a scenic expanse of clouds hovering above waters with hues of turquoise blending i...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Srinivas Kathoju takes inspiration from vast open fields, mountains, and horizons that end in skies. "The fields repres...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A blaze of color warms sunset clouds. "It was early autumn and the leaves turned into yellow, orange, and pink, but some were still very green," explains arti...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"A thick layer of clouds begins to loosen its grip on the Malibu coast as the restless autumn sea besets a pier of stone," describes artist Jesse Aldana. Beam...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Inspired by the forms and colors of a rural diner, artist Joey Korom expresses an abstract embodiment of a drive-in restaurant along the highway. "Placards ad...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
"Figures move through a surreal landscape occupied by elements from the city and the countryside," explains artist Michael Wedge. Michael creates a curious juxtaposition of everyday city street life and sprawling nature. People move about as if through normal traffic, with a yellow taxi...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Using a light and soft palette, artist Mary Pratt paints a figure in a buoyant tulle dress surrounded by contrasting geometric shapes. With a pink rose in her hand, and a palm delicately placed under her chin, the woman exudes elegance heightened by her graceful manner. "I portrayed a scene where the levitating objects create action in an otherwise restful place."
About the Artist
Mary Pratt, a Georgia-based artist, is known for her impressionistic yet modern oil paintings that capture the world with a jovial poise. Her soft, ethereal palette is complemented by the occasional bright pop of color. The artist’s aesthetic choices are intuitive rather than premeditated. Through her gestural brushstrokes, Mary’s paintings summon a joyful, even childlike, emotional response. Her style is nuanced by a range of inspirations, including scenery from the state of Georgia. The personal edge that Mary brings to each painting alters and enhances recognizable subject matter, cultivating an imaginative visual experience.
Words that describe this painting: figure, figurative, contemporary, woman, people, dress, fashion, gentle, flower, soft, pastel, impressionism, oilpaint, impressionism, people, oil painting, pink
Seated In Perpetual Motion...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil, Panel
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