Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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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 - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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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.
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Artist Dorothy Gaziano...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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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 - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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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 - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Geometric Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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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 - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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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 - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Craig Rouse paints a simplified abstract environment composed of angled structures. Part of his NAR series, meaning No Assem...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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In this large composition, artist John Diehl crafts a monolithic piece using the Pythagorean theorem and advanced light-absorbing paint. While its elegance is...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Living on a wooded five-acre parcel with a stream running through it, artist Peg Belcastro depicts the greenbriars growing along the water. They remain green ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Glaciers recede, transforming the land and forming a cold river. Amidst the thawing ice, verdant life emerges and survives. Artist Jason Astorquia created the...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Craig Rouse imagines an architectural abstract landscape in solid colors. He uses temperate shades of blue, gray, and peach ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Stripes of bold and neutral colors alternate across this modern abstract painting. The composition feels both structured and spontaneous. This is the first pi...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Kajal Zaveri paints a fresh, modern abstract scene. She depicts a cool breezy lake on a balmy summer day. Bold strokes in shades of blue constitute the...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Vibrant reds, greens, and soft whites flow together to form an abstract landscape, creating a dynamic sense of movement. In creating this piece, artist Lynn G...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil Crayon, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Permanent Marker, Color Pencil, Graphite
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The composition invites exploration into abstraction, where the invisible resonates with the visible. Subdued blacks, creams, and blues weave a sophisticated ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Geometric shapes and lines resemble a nighttime mountain landscape. In this piece, artist John Gardner explores his fascination with the connections people se...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Craig Rouse depicts a simplified abstract environment expressed with a limited color palette. Part of his NAR series, meanin...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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A small cluster of houses on a rural road undergoes a radical transformation as geometrical shapes replace familiar forms. While not entirely abstract, the pi...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Multiple layers of color characterize this abstract piece. Shades of orange, yellow, and cream are applied dynamically, creating a vibrant composition. Bold bla...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Artist Pat Forbes depicts an abstract landscape with large towering structures under a murky atmosphere. "This piece reflects on the pleasures of traveling, and the joy of experiencing new and exciting places," says Pat. Uneven lines make up chunks of large structural shapes drawn close to one another. A green glowing sphere shines above the city that features prominent hues of blue, green, and yellow.
About the Artist
Pat Forbes is an abstract painter whose aesthetic is heavily influenced by her 20 years as a collector and dealer of Middle Eastern textiles. Pat, who lives on the west coast of Florida, uses a neutral palette to present her interpretation of the world around her– from marshes and mountains to stones and spiderwebs. She is drawn to pattern and design, both of which influence the use of balanced repetition in her work. Pat’s muted colors invite pensive meditation, while her deliberate use of line guides the eye through satisfyingly symmetrical compositions.
Words that describe this painting: abstract, architecture, travel, buildings, sun, city, cityscape, travel, abstract, architecture, travel, acrylic painting, green
Old City...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
1970s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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"The green and blue hues give a peaceful and comforting feeling to this piece," says artist Janet Hamilton. Janet's ongoing Stripes collection is a heavily te...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil, Linen
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Expressive strokes of paint mimic the spray of the Pacific Ocean. The gritty texture in the composition represents the sandy beach, where the water and dry la...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Blooming flowers fill the vase evoking a sense of abundance despite its small stature. Artist Valerie Berkely presents the abstract floral using a limited palette of transparent purple and yellow tones. She demonstrates expressive finger painting...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Gentle waves lap against a sandy shore. A sand bar made with gold leaf separates the calm water from the sky. In the distance, shades of blue blend into the h...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Canvas, Pen
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Painting what he calls Architectural Abstractions, artist Craig Rouse imagines a minimalist setting of geometric shapes. He constru...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
2010s Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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Seasonal abstractions unfold in artist Kajal Zaveri's imaginative abstract piece. A quiet and clear lake flows along the abundant autumnal foliage on a chilly...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Soft, muted shades of olive and sage blend to create an abstract impression of fall in October. A faint mist conveys the gentle transformation of nature durin...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Blues and creams blend seamlessly to create a tranquil, abstract seascape. Artist Heidi Hybl experiments with asymmetrical compositions and gestures, applyin...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Warm yellows and pinks blend with cool blues, evoking the ever-changing sky over the Gulf of Mexico off the west Florida coast. The colors are a kaleidoscope ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Broad strokes of paint depict the spray of the Pacific Ocean. The gritty texture reminisces the sandy beaches, where the water meets dry land. The artwork's i...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Dots and dashes depict an abstract cosmic scene. A radiant celestial body bursts with orange rays that curve into a wave-like pattern. The vibrant colors and ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Clusters of vibrant geometric shapes and organic forms weave across a deep blue background. Artist Diana Elena Chelaru represents the universe through bold co...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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A gradation of burnt orange to purple cascades gently. Artist Janet Hamilton created the piece using a unique technique of applying paint with knives, resulti...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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In this glowing modern still life, artist Yamilet Sempe adds a surreal touch to the bottle. Lit from behind, abstract elements fill the vessel giving it an ou...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Morgan Fite utilizes palette knives to create subtle, feathery layers in this abstract piece. "I was inspired by the olive tree, an unexpected evergreen whose fruit, much like us, undergoes immense crushing and pressing in order to produce its cherished oil."
About the Artist
Abstract artist and Tennessee-native Morgan Fite paints delicate compositions that allude to natural forms and changing light. She paints with neutral tones and feathery brushstrokes that give her art its soft and dreamlike quality. She is inspired by her travels and cites the earthy tones of Central Africa and the textures of Roman architecture as particularly influential. For each piece, she begins her process by selecting a color palette from her collection of flowers and rocks. Throughout her portfolio, Morgan strives to make art that invites, moves, and inspires.
Words that describe this painting: evergreen, abstract, neutral, peaceful, nature, soft, minimal, dark, simple, winter, muted, ethereal, monochrome, atmospheric, dawn, palette knife, oilpaint, abstract, nature, oil painting, green
Olive Press...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Warm fall tones meet the cool serenity of winter, capturing the fleeting beauty of a sudden snowfall. The composition depicts the delicate transition between ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Alicia Dunn presents an abstract landscape in bold tones of blue and orange. Alicia paints with heavy strokes depicting a sudden jolt of movement. She ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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"When we rise above ourselves, our souls also rise and begin an arduous venture which leads to the fulfillment of our innate potential," states artist Shyun S...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Artist Srinivas Kathoju demonstrates an absorbing abstract landscape using vibrant linear forms. He takes inspiration from vast open fields, mountains, and ho...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Expressionist Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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Acrobats and circus performers fascinate artist Patrick O'Boyle with their lively gestures and colorful outfits. This abstract composition captures their energy...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Shades of blue depict a late afternoon view of the Gulf of Mexico in warm sunshine. A thin streak of vibrant orange slices through the horizon, evoking the fa...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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The artwork captures autumn's gentle yet powerful spirit, with sweeping colors and layered textures that evoke shifting skies and vibrant fall foliage. Deep r...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Bold, white lines set against a deep blue background symbolize a metaphorical journey across the sea of life. Artist Shyun Song emphasizes that the sails—ra...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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"In Europe, grimoires are very old manuals where all kinds of knowledge were collected," artist Yamilet Sempe explains of the title and subject of this glowing abstract...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Flowers bloom in an urban setting, offering a reprieve from the hustle and bustle. Artist Natalie George captures a patch of florals on a city street in vibra...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Vibrant, abstract forms intersect and collide. Neon green, pink, and red contrast with shades of blue and bold black outlines. Curved and angular shapes sugge...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Fluid acrylics in shades of purple, blue, and brown flow across a stark white background, with black cellular patterns emerging throughout the composition. Ar...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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Artist Shyun Song notes that endurance is needed for every part of life. In this minimalist painting, he illustrates the challenges one must withstand by disa...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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A vertical column of fiery light resembles a glowing flame set against a dramatic sky. A reflective surface below suggests the presence of water, mirroring th...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Oil
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Artist Patrick O'Boyle creates an abstract view with streaks of bright vivid colors. He paints mustard yellow and pale pink with accents of indigo. Part of his Aerial Landscape series. He references vertical photography...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Massachusetts - Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
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