Massachusetts - Paintings
Artist Comments
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
Mid-20th Century Pointillist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Early 2000s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
2010s Massachusetts - Paintings
Linen, Oil
1930s Modern Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
There is a field near artist Onelio Marrero's home that affords a spacious view of the eastern skies. Onelio often jogs along the road adjacent to this field as the sun rises. "As I passed this field on the morning of the winter solstice...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Candice Eisenfeld shares the myth of The Dancing Birds and the Flood, "A young shepherd in China interpreted the dances of birds in the sky. He warned the elders in his region about a looming flood, but no-one believed him. Taking matters into his own hands, he made 1000 cranes from paper, working for weeks with little sleep with the wish to keep his townspeople safe. When the floods came, his town was spared heavy destruction while nearby villages were swept away. The young shepherd was later called Yu the Great."
About the Artist
As an American exploring issues of identity, artist Candice Eisenfeld paints through the lens of the first American art...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
A tranquil morning scene unfolds with soft, harmonious colors. Umber hills rise gently between the turquoise ocean and the expansive blue sky. The calls of bi...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Waves gently roll towards the shore, reflecting shades of blue and green under a bright sky. Tall grasses in the foreground sway lightly, adding texture to th...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Inspired by Paul Klee, this painting distills buildings and trees into minimalistic shapes. Rough strokes in a soft yellow frame the composition, while a teal...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Jesse Aldana displays a picturesque view of a hiking path. He paints a verdant landscape of the track along the tall mountains. Golden light flushes the sky over a springtime creek with clustered willows and reeds. Jesse conveys the feeling of hearing birdsongs and the low thrum of bullfrogs accompanying the trickle of the mountain spring...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Metal
Artist Comments
Bold colors and energetic directional brushwork define the harmonious nature of the vast, enigmatic cosmos. The diptych embodies artist Diana Elena Chelaru's ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Two striking figures stand against towering cacti, their bold features blending fashion and nature. One wears a lavender top adorned with tigers, while the ot...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Different-colored and metallic blue dots define a woman's portrait, the solid background emphasizing her textured form. Artist Hyoungseok Kim painted this pie...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A beautiful bobcat rests atop the petroglyph-covered wall of Toquima Cave. Its stance and intense gaze reflect a keen awareness. Lights emphasize the feline's...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A lake house stands serenely as the sun dips below the horizon, its silhouette softly outlined against the glowing sky. Lily pads float gently on the water, t...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
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
Artist Comments
A glowing spring sunset along Highway 1 in Big Sur. "I was inspired by the bounty of California coastal wildflowers," says Kajal Zaveri. "They are a treat for...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Early 2000s Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Artist Comments
Inspired by Carey Park's photos from her visits to France, this painting captures two people savoring tea in a sunlit room. Seated comfortably, they appear ab...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Ocean waves crash onto the shore beneath a dramatic, stormy sky, with colors dancing throughout the scene. This seascape evokes the idea of finding light in d...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil Crayon, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Permanent Marker, Color Pencil, Graphite
Artist Comments
A vibrant night sky stretches over the city. Ethereal blues mirror the celestial depths, while fiery oranges echo the birth of the stars. Geometric shapes and...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
1998–1999 marked a particularly tumultuous chapter for artist Mark Cudd. In this first installment of a 50-image series, he attempts to construct an honest ac...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A solitary, weathered farmhouse stands silhouetted against a vast prairie under a vibrant sunset. A peaceful stream reflects the fiery hues, creating a mirror i...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A woman glances sharply to her right, her expression poised between curiosity and caution. Rendered in stark black and white, the piece gives a timeless and cin...
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A cluster of agricultural buildings transforms into an exploration of color and texture. Stripped of perspective and realistic detail, the composition relies on...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Unimposing buildings and houses transform into a collection of intersecting, colorful shapes. Repetition and abstraction elevate the scene beyond its source ima...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A small northern UK town bursts to life through Fauvist expression and colors. The flattened perspective stacks buildings atop one another, with roads and ele...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
The abstract composition depicts a large glacier melting into the water below. The use of brown suggests a land behind the thinning ice, while the blue hints ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
On a crisp winter morning, the interplay of light and a clear sky with the grays, blacks, and whites of freshly fallen snow on trees captures a timeless beaut...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
1950s Modern Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"When you are a child, sometimes all you need is a puddle," says artist Onelio Marrero. He paints two young kids joyfully playing in a puddle after a day of being confined indoors due to the rain. He captures the fun and excitement of splashing around. The little girl frolics in full motion while her brother stares transfixed at his reflection.
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: rain, street, puddle, splash, toddler...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
A mesmerizing underwater scene comes to life where an enchanting mix of sea creatures, humans, and scuba bunnies coexist in perfect harmony. The submerged wor...
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
1960s Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Tall beach grass stretches across the foreground, with a small pool of water reflecting the sky. In the distance, layers of sand and sea stack into soft, hori...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Bold contrasts of red, black, and pale gray form a striking geometric composition that balances structure with spontaneity. At its center, a silver-leaf squar...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
An expansive blue sky meets the ocean in a quiet, seamless horizon, with a single cloud drifting gently above. Below, the shoreline is alive with wispy grasse...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Orange and blue hues with splashes of black and white define this abstract artwork. The layers of warm and cool tones create a balanced contrast, while the scratched textures add a dynamic effect. The composition feels raw and organic.
About the Artist
Artist Dorothy Gaziano...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Bold and full of movement, this dynamic scene invites the viewer to wander along a riverbank lined with trees. Hints of pink and blue ripple through the scene...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A vibrant forest opens to reveal a hidden pond, its still surface mirroring the brilliant colors of the trees. Bursts of orange, green, blue, and yellow dance...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Vibrant pink flowers bloom under a vivid sunset sky. Shades of purple and blue stretch out from the field into the sky, creating a harmonious color palette. The...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
With its signature yellow wings edged in black and touched with hints of coral and sky blue, a swallowtail butterfly appears suspended mid-air. Its symmetry a...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
This abstract piece captures the quiet allure of a misty harbor. Painted intuitively, artist Lisa Carney layered warm browns, cool teals, and soft greys to ev...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Ancient stone structures on the water transform into flat, geometric shapes. The segments refit together to create a new reality. The deliberate use of colors...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Rows of vibrant lavender stretch toward the horizon, their rich purple hues contrasting with golden pathways. Warm sunlight bathes the landscape, casting a gl...
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
"Being a single father and working a full-time job limits the time I have to paint," shares artist Christopher Garvey. "This...
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
Artist Comments
Rosemary, a black-and-white cat, sits gracefully, basking in the sun. A bank of red zinnias with bold, fan-like petals surrounds her, creating a striking cont...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Massachusetts - Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Canvas, Watercolor
Artist Comments
Artist Elizabeth Garat heralds the transition from summer to fall in a vibrant display of deep and bright hues. "The focal point is a tree along a pathway glo...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Watercolor
Artist Comments
Painting from life, artist Mary Pratt creates a clear glass vase with light reflecting on its shiny surface. With pronounced brushstrokes, Mary sets a joyful ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
20th Century American Impressionist Massachusetts - Paintings
Oil
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