Massachusetts - Figurative Paintings

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Artist Kristen Brown depicts an ambiguous figure of a woman with long hair. The speckled blurs create dynamism and charisma in the dreamy portrait. Overlappin...

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A vibrant blend of colors captures the energy of a bustling morning scene. Figures in motion stride across the composition, their forms loosely defined yet full...

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A lone bicyclist tours around a cool spring morning in artist Warren Keating's contemporary figurative painting. He captures the rider on video and uses that ...

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A couple engages in deep conversation over a glass of wine at a Parisian street cafe. "The light is what first caught my eye," says artist Faye Vander Veer...

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Artist Benjamin Thomas shows a sunny beach with softly crashing waves on the dark sand. Three Amish sisters enjoy a stroll on the receding water with their ba...

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A young boy and his dog walk along the a sunny shore in artist Sally Adams's tranquil piece. "Lake Michigan is a beautiful but very...

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A woman sits on a white wooden chair, gazing into the distance. Her posture and expression exude a calm, peaceful feeling. The minimalist composition and bold b...

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Blue, green, and metallic gold dots form a woman's face, wearing a solemn expression and intense gaze. Artist Hyoungseok Kim painted this piece using pointill...

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I have always been fascinated by images from the past that exist today divorced from their original intent or context. Clearly, someone believed the image was...

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Artist John McCabe paints three punk rockers standing near a hot pink house-shaped signage that offers free beer. The World Famous Doll Hut dates back to the ...

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This contemporary figurative painting captures the tranquil beauty of a gardener strolling down a garden path, viewed from above. The focal point is the garde...

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Artist Mary Pratt paints an ethereal figure with a billowing gossamer white skirt. The woman gazes through a sea of floating lights, framing her and spilling ...

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A figure calmly basks in the last rays of the setting sun. Light glimmers off the horizon as wispy clouds part in the atmosphere. Part of Naoko Paluszak's sig...

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A gentleman carefully searches for the correct change after enjoying a meal at a Greek restaurant in Pittsburgh, PA. Warm, earthy tones and expressive brushst...

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A woman lifts her hand to her head, her fingers gracefully weaving through her hair. Artist Hyoungseok Kim painted this piece using pointillism. He emphasizes...

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Two figures emerge from a vivid landscape of oranges, purples, and blues. Bold patterns and mark-making give the scene a mysterious, dreamlike feel. The ambig...

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A woman places her hand on her head. Different-colored and metallic green dots form her face, hair, and clothing. The smooth, untextured background enhances h...

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Tiny, multicolored dots form the portrait of a woman, her features subtly emerging from a dark background. Green, blue, and metallic gold define her face. Art...

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A colorful scene of a carnival in Rochester, Minnesota, with two young people strapped into their seats waiting for the ride to start. "I love the tawdry splendor of gaudy carnival attractions," says artist Leroy Burt. "Flashing lights and bright colors. One often sees the most unlikely combinations of people who might never meet except during those moments when they sit next to each other on rides."

About the Artist
Artist Leroy Burt paints playful, offbeat landscapes and portraits based on his experiences living in Milwaukee, New York, Costa Rica, and currently Rochester, Minnesota. "I think of my paintings as short stories," he says. As a young child, Leroy faced a number of obstacles. His parents divorced when he was four years old and he was raised by his grandparents in a three-room shack without running water or electricity. Leroy worked hard to pull himself out of poverty. He studied graphic design and painting, which led to a 30-year career in graphic design - five years at WMVS, the PBS television station in Milwaukee, fifteen years at city hall in Milwaukee, and ten years at WNET, the PBS station in New York. In 2015, Leroy retired to focus his energy on painting. Today, he works from a tiny studio filled with half-finished paintings stacked against every wall. "There are photos and sketches for future paintings taped everywhere," says Leroy. "My windows are filled with orchids. There are books, films and music CDs in every corner. And the room is dominated by a black and silver Andy Warhol silkscreen print of Marilyn Monroe."

Words that describe this painting: David Hockney, Edward Hopper, carnival, lights, excitement, colorful, folk art, people, representational, primitive, acrylic painting, blue

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A woman character is shown floating near an open window, where a giant bluebird is waiting as a spirit animal guide. The bird serves as a reminder to not give...

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Multicolored and metallic dots shape a woman's face, her features appearing subtly against a dark background. Her expression carries a quiet intensity. Artist...

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"This painting was inspired by a feeling—a rekindling of the soul," says artist Pamela Blaies. "Using color temperature, I wanted to create the impression o...

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Different-colored and metallic blue dots define a woman's portrait, the solid background emphasizing her textured form. Artist Hyoungseok Kim painted this pie...

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Part of artist Onelio Marrero's ongoing series featuring museum interiors and gallery-goers. In this piece, Onelio depicts a woman sketching...

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Two silhouettes emerge from a colorful background. Scraped outlines define their form, while repeated horizontal lines surround and envelope them. Artist Gena...

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"This piece is a powerful depiction of love, friendship, and courage," shares artist Miranda Gamel. A contemporary portrait of a young woman, set in a bright ...

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The painting captures a lively scene where a group of people dances joyfully, lost in the music with closed eyes. Their vibrant clothing and fluid movements i...

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Sherri posed her model, Alex, in a wooded area near Sedona, Arizona on an autumn day. The late afternoon sun glows in the trees and silhouettes Alex as she pu...

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A young man sits under the shade of trees, sketching intently en plein air. The composition features artist Onelio Marerro's former student engaged with natur...

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A woman contemplates in front of Rene Magritte's Lovers at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. The warm, muted tones of the wall and the soft light giv...

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Tables filled with boisterous groups of people dining to enjoy the balmy weather, good food, and Spanish wine line the streets of Seville. Warm light spills o...

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Relaxed and contemplative, a woman sits reclined with both legs tucked under. Artist Gail Ragains used broad strokes of color in a harmonious combination of t...

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Artist Gary Leonard connotes beauty in this refreshing piece of a woman in red by the beach. The stylish subject enjoys her time with the cool breeze, inspiri...

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A chic woman wears an alluring expression. Surrounded by roses and gold accents, she echoes the bold yet delicate energy of the flowers. The painting employs ...

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This painting shows a happy moment between friends dancing with each other. They close their eyes and lift their hands, fully immersing themselves in the expe...

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"One of my favorite neighborhoods is the East Village in New York City," says artist Carey Parks. She paints three women taking a l...

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Provocative hyperrealist oil painting created with breathtaking detail. Artist David Shepherd explains that he used the glass surface in this piece as a light...

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Artist Libby Ramage presents an autumnal scene marked by large leaves falling from the sky. "As the sun fades, a young boy becomes the man," says Libby. Showi...

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Artist Onelio Marrero captures a gentle moment of a Hasidic mother and her child enjoying the surf as the tide rolled in. While out on the New Jersey seashore...

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In her pared-down impressionist approach, artist Carey Parks illustrates three men walking on a sidewalk. Inspired by a photo refer...

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Artist John McCabe presents a diverse set of people crowding in a terminal. He pictures them in his signature graphic style of pop ...

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A woman in a red dress lounges on a green chair adorned with two stylized flamingos. Large, bold leaves surround her as she gazes forward. Her red sunglasses ...

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"A group of people, dressed in bright, colorful summer attire, wait in line for the store to open," describes artist John Jaster. "People watching has always ...

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Three figures wearing matching suits, ties, and shirts evoke the vision of what artist John McCabe imagines a 1973 rehearsal dinner might have looked like. Su...

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A woman in a flowing white dress stands with a relaxed composure. Her dark hair frames her tranquil expression. Soft blues and gentle pinks surround her, blen...

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Abstract patterns adorn a seated woman in a contemplative silence. The contrast between the figure's bold colors and the serene pale pastel backdrop creates a...