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Contemporary paintings are a form of original artwork that showcase the creative vision and style of modern-day artists. These paintings are created using a variety of supports, including canvas, paper, wood, and metal. The materials used can range from traditional oil paints and watercolors to more unconventional materials like spray paint and mixed media. What makes contemporary paintings unique is their ability to push the boundaries of traditional painting techniques and challenge the viewer’s perception of what constitutes art. By experimenting with new forms, colors, and textures, contemporary painters are able to create works that are not only visually stunning but also emotionally resonant. Whether you’re drawn to abstract paintings that evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue or more realistic works that capture the beauty of the world around us, contemporary paintings offer a rich and diverse range of styles and subjects to explore.

Painting,  47.2x94.5 in
Trio Painting, 47.2x94.5 in
©2024 Svetlana Loskurinskaia

Origins and History

Contemporary paintings have their roots in the early 20th century, when artists began to experiment with new styles and techniques. The period between the two world wars saw the rise of movements such as Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstract Expressionism, which challenged traditional notions of representation and emphasized the expressive potential of color, form, and texture. Important dates include the Armory Show of 1913, which introduced American audiences to European modernism, and the emergence of the New York School in the 1940s and 50s, which included artists such as Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning. In the decades since, contemporary painting has continued to evolve and diversify, encompassing a range of styles and approaches, from figurative realism to conceptual abstraction. Important queries related to contemporary painting include questions about the role of technology, globalization, and identity politics in shaping artistic practice, as well as debates about the relationship between art and society.

Painting,  40x18 in
Woman in Res Painting, 40x18 in
©2024 Yass

Evolutions of theses works the contemporary art market

Contemporary paintings have undergone a significant evolution in recent times. Artists have started to experiment with various mediums, techniques, and styles to showcase their creativity. The increasing use of technology has also played a significant role in shaping the contemporary art market. The use of social media and online platforms has made it easier for artists to reach a broader audience and display their work. The demand for contemporary paintings has also increased due to their uniqueness and ability to evoke emotions in the viewer. The importance of contemporary paintings in the art market is evident from the rising prices and sales records. The market for contemporary paintings is highly competitive, and artists are continually pushing the boundaries to create something new and exciting. The contemporary art market is evolving, and it will be interesting to see how it develops in the future.

Painting,  16x20 in
Which is Right Painting, 16x20 in
©2024 Stephen Lucas

Related Famous Artists


  1. Banksy - A pseudonymous England-based street artist, political activist, and film director known for his satirical and subversive graffiti Artworks. Banksy’s works often comment on contemporary political and social issues, and his identity remains unknown.

  2. Yayoi Kusama - A Japanese contemporary artist who works primarily in sculpture and installation art, but is also active in painting, performance, film, and fashion. Kusama’s work is characterized by her use of bright colors, repetition, and patterns, and often explores themes of infinity and the cosmos.

  3. Takashi Murakami - A Japanese contemporary artist who works in fine art media, such as painting and sculpture, as well as commercial media, such as fashion and animation. Murakami’s work often references Japanese pop culture, and is characterized by his use of bright colors, cartoonish characters, and a "Superflat" aesthetic.

  4. Jeff Koons - An American artist known for his large-scale sculptures that often reference pop culture and consumerism. Koons’ work is characterized by his use of shiny, reflective surfaces and his appropriation of everyday objects.

  5. Gerhard Richter - A German contemporary artist who works in a variety of media, including painting, photography, and installation. Richter’s work often explores issues of memory, history, and representation, and his paintings often blur the boundaries between abstraction and representation.

  6. Anish Kapoor - An Indian-born British sculptor known for his large-scale public installations that often play with the viewer’s perception of space and form. Kapoor’s work is characterized by his use of reflective surfaces and his interest in exploring the nature of light and color.

  7. Ai Weiwei - A Chinese contemporary artist and activist known for his work in sculpture, installation, photography, and film. Ai’s work often comments on contemporary Chinese politics and culture, and his activism has led to his imprisonment and house arrest by the Chinese government.

  8. Cindy Sherman - An American photographer and filmmaker known for her self-portraits that explore issues of identity, gender, and representation. Sherman often uses costumes and makeup to transform herself into a variety of characters, from Hollywood starlets to aging socialites.

  9. Damien Hirst - An English artist known for his controversial works that often involve animals, human body parts, and pharmaceuticals. Hirst’s work is characterized by his interest in the themes of life, death, and the human condition.

  10. Julie Mehretu - An Ethiopian-American artist known for her large-scale abstract paintings that explore issues of migration, globalization, and urbanism. Mehretu’s work often incorporates architectural and mapping elements, and is characterized by her use of layered, gestural marks.


Painting,  14x11 in
Disappearing gangster Painting, 14x11 in
©2024 Natasha Kochart

Notable contemporary Paintings


  1. "Starry Night" by Vincent van Gogh (1889) - A swirling, dreamlike depiction of a village at night, with a bright yellow crescent moon and swirling stars filling the sky.

  2. "Guernica" by Pablo Picasso (1937) - A powerful, politically charged piece depicting the horrors of war, featuring distorted human and animal figures in shades of black, white, and grey.

  3. "Campbell’s Soup Cans" by Andy Warhol (1962) - A series of 32 paintings, each depicting a can of Campbell’s soup in bright, bold colors, calling attention to the role of mass-produced consumer goods in American culture.

  4. "Untitled (Cowboy)" by Richard Prince (1989) - A photograph of a Marlboro cigarette ad featuring a rugged cowboy, with the text and branding removed, calling into question the power of advertising and the construction of masculinity.

  5. "The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living" by Damien Hirst (1991) - A preserved tiger shark suspended in formaldehyde, with the title referencing the existential anxiety of mortality and the limits of human understanding.

  6. "Untitled (I shop therefore I am)" by Barbara Kruger (1990) - A large-scale piece featuring a black-and-white photograph of a woman overlaid with red text reading "I shop therefore I am," critiquing consumer culture and the commodification of identity.

  7. "Untitled (Portrait of Ross in L.A.)" by Felix Gonzalez-Torres (1991) - A minimalist installation featuring a pile of candy, with viewers encouraged to take a piece and eat it, symbolizing the fragility of life and the impact of the AIDS crisis.

  8. "No Woman, No Cry" by Chris Ofili (1998) - A mixed-media piece featuring a portrait of a weeping woman with tears made of resin and elephant dung, referencing the artist’s Afro-Caribbean heritage and exploring themes of race, gender, and identity.

  9. "Balloon Dog (Orange)" by Jeff Koons (1994-2000) - A massive, shiny, metallic sculpture of a balloon dog, calling attention to the role of kitsch and consumerism in contemporary art.

  10. "Untitled (Portrait of Michael Jackson)" by Kehinde Wiley (2009) - A portrait of the late pop star in a classical pose, with a colorful, ornate background referencing baroque and rococo art traditions, questioning the boundaries of race, gender, and power in art history.


Painting titled "Trio" by Svetlana Loskurinskaia, Original Artwork, Fabric
Trio - Painting, 47.2x94.5 in ©2024 by Svetlana Loskurinskaia - Abstract, abstract-570, Geometric, abstraction, minimalism, artdecor, interior art, trio, triptich, trio art

Svetlana Loskurinskaia

"Trio"

Fabric on MDF Board | 47.2x94.5 in

$10,730
Painting titled "Disappearing gangst…" by Natasha Kochart, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Disappearing gangster - Painting, 14x11 in ©2024 by Natasha Kochart - Abstract, abstract-570, Graffiti, man, spiderman, alien, gangster, beanie, ski mask, balaklava, abstract, black and white

Natasha Kochart

"Disappearing gangster"

Acrylic on Canvas | 14x11 in

$402
Prints available
Painting titled "After rainy / memory" by Armen Ghazayran (Nem), Original Artwork, Acrylic
After rainy / memory - Painting, 16x20 in ©2024 by Armen Ghazayran (Nem) - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Landscape

Armen Ghazayran (Nem)

"After rainy / memory"

Acrylic on Cardboard | 16x20 in

$1,239
$999
Painting titled "3 Dimensional Wall…" by Paula Gibbs, Original Artwork, Acrylic
3 Dimensional Wall Sculpture, Large, Customizable - Painting, 94x52 in ©2024 by Paula Gibbs - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, installation, wall sculpture, large installation, 3d wall sculpture, 3 dimentional wall art, custom installation, paula gibbs, 3d decor, custom color art, Custom wall art

Paula Gibbs

"3 Dimensional Wall Sculpture, Large, Customizable"

Acrylic on Wood | 94x52 in

$4,181
Painting titled "Which Side Are You…" by Preston M. Smith (PMS), Original Artwork, Acrylic
Which Side Are You On? - Painting, 24x36 in ©2023 by Preston M. Smith (PMS) - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, texture, textured paintings, textured acrylics, abstract acrylic paintings, fluorescent green, neon green, green and pink, hot pink, pink and black, shapes, modern, modern abstract paintings, exciting art, bold colors, dark colors, orange and black, layers of paint, bright colors, yellow and black, vibrant colored paintings

Preston M. Smith (PMS)

"Which Side Are You On?"

Acrylic on Canvas | 24x36 in

$1,658
Prints available
Painting titled "Cameryn and Alex No…" by Randall Steinke, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Cameryn and Alex No. 1 - Painting, 30x40 in ©2024 by Randall Steinke - Figurative, figurative-594, Women Portraits

Randall Steinke

"Cameryn and Alex No. 1"

Oil on Canvas | 30x40 in

$2,662
Painting titled "The Busy Mom" by Kristin Voss, Original Artwork, Acrylic
The Busy Mom - Painting, 16x12 in ©2024 by Kristin Voss - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Women Portraits, mom, prada, WSJ, busy mom, ice cream

Kristin Voss

"The Busy Mom"

Acrylic on Canvas | 16x12 in

$1,428
Painting titled "Remembranza" by Michel V. Meulenert (Meulenert), Original Artwork, Acrylic
Remembranza - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2017 by Michel V. Meulenert (Meulenert) - Figurative, figurative-594, Portrait, Arte contemporáneo, Relaciones Sociales, Personas, Comunicación social, Consciencia, Subjetividad, Estilo de vida

Michel V. Meulenert (Meulenert)

"Remembranza"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in

$1,831.66
Painting titled "Position #4" by Oberlin The Artist, Original Artwork, Acrylic
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Position #4 - Painting, 16x20 in ©2019 by Oberlin The Artist - Abstract, abstract-570, Love, adult, love, lovers, safe, relaxed, open, heat, comfort, balance, sleep, calm, focus, wave, change, solace, hold, dangerous, slow, fast, rhythem

Oberlin The Artist

"Position #4"

Acrylic on Canvas | 16x20 in

$23,143
Painting titled "Gumby" by Waynester, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Panel
Gumby - Painting, 12x12 in ©2024 by Waynester - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Cartoon, gumby, claymation, urban, downtown, New York

Waynester

"Gumby"

Oil on Wood | 12x12 in

$1,342
Painting titled "Tangled Elegance" by Naomi Czupryna, Original Artwork, Oil
Tangled Elegance - Painting, 24x12 in ©2024 by Naomi Czupryna - Figurative, figurative-594, Animal, octopus, purple, underwater, depth, ocean, animal

Naomi Czupryna

"Tangled Elegance"

Oil on Canvas | 24x12 in

$376
Prints available
Painting titled "La Danse Apache" by Andrew Walaszek, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
La Danse Apache - Painting, 40x30 in ©2024 by Andrew Walaszek - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Dance, la danse, dance, Apache, Paris, street, XX Century

Andrew Walaszek

"La Danse Apache"

Acrylic on Canvas | 40x30 in

$3,643
$3,243
Prints available
Painting titled "Woman in Res" by Yass, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Woman in Res - Painting, 40x18 in ©2024 by Yass - Abstract, abstract-570, Erotic Nudes, marilyn monroe painting, marilyn monroe artwork, nude art, erotic female painting, woman in red painting, painting of woman in red

Yass

"Woman in Res"

Acrylic on Canvas | 40x18 in

$2,311
Painting titled "Paros Greece" by Kambiz Sharifpour, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Paros Greece - Painting, 23.6x31.5 in ©2023 by Kambiz Sharifpour - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Everyday Life, original, painting, above 5000, scenery, Island

Kambiz Sharifpour

"Paros Greece"

Oil on Canvas | 23.6x31.5 in

$11,073.03
Painting titled "The Abduction of Eu…" by Rena Abramoff, Original Artwork, Acrylic
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The Abduction of Europa - Painting, 30x40 in ©2024 by Rena Abramoff - Abstract, abstract-570, Female nudes, women, Europa, abduction of Europa, bull, sea

Rena Abramoff

"The Abduction of Europa"

Acrylic on Canvas | 30x40 in

$12,546
Painting titled "Don't Hate Me (Beca…" by Gina Son, Original Artwork, Oil
Don't Hate Me (Because I Am Beautiful) - Painting, 14x11 in ©2024 by Gina Son - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Celebrity Portraits, Monica Belluci, Celebrity, Beautiful, Burden, Fame, Attention, Worldwide, female beauty, photogenic

Gina Son

"Don't Hate Me (Because I Am Beautiful)"

Oil on Canvas | 14x11 in

$742
Prints available
Painting titled "Cold Sunset" by Yulia Nikonova, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Cold Sunset - Painting, 11x14 in ©2024 by Yulia Nikonova - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Landscape, winter, snow, sunset, winter sunset, winterscape, winter landscape, log cabin, log cabin winter, field of snow, oil painting winter, winter houses, rural

Yulia Nikonova

"Cold Sunset"

Oil on Canvas | 11x14 in

$306
Prints available
Painting titled "Moonlit Night9" by Sue Lorenz, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Other rigid panel
Moonlit Night9 - Painting, 12x16 in ©2024 by Sue Lorenz - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Seascape, moonlight, waves, seascape

Sue Lorenz

"Moonlit Night9"

Oil on MDF Board | 12x16 in

$603
Prints available
Painting titled "Blue & Rainy" by Martin Moore, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Blue & Rainy - Painting, 24x24 in ©2024 by Martin Moore - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Colorful, colorful, sad, raining, umbrella, face art, contemporary, modern art, blue, somver, sadness, wet

Martin Moore

"Blue & Rainy"

Acrylic on Canvas | 24x24 in

$1,155
Prints available
Painting titled "New Jaconda, Woman…" by Marina Fedorova, Original Artwork, Oil
New Jaconda, Woman Portrait - Painting, 35.4x27.6 in ©2024 by Marina Fedorova - Figurative, figurative-594, Women Portraits, woman portrait, female portrait, beautiful woman, woman face, face, self portrait, figurative art, original painting, woman with red hair, blue eyas

Marina Fedorova

"New Jaconda, Woman Portrait"

Oil on Canvas | 35.4x27.6 in

$2,000
Painting titled "Pink Tulip" by Lynne Flores, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Pink Tulip - Painting, 10x8 in ©2024 by Lynne Flores - Figurative, figurative-594, Flower

Lynne Flores

"Pink Tulip"

Acrylic on Canvas | 10x8 in

$200
Painting titled "Snoopy a Hug for Yo…" by Gardani, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Snoopy a Hug for You – Original Painting on canvas - Painting, 29.3x33.3 in ©2024 by Gardani - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Cartoon, snoopy, peanuts, friends, love, hug, happiness, collage, mix media, acrylic, oil, original art, wall painting, street art, pop art

Gardani

"Snoopy a Hug for You – Original Painting on canvas"

Acrylic on Canvas | 29.3x33.3 in

$3,886
Painting titled "Towards The Sun" by Olga Mihailicenko, Original Artwork, Oil
Towards The Sun - Painting, 24x24 in ©2024 by Olga Mihailicenko - Expressionism, expressionism-591, City, city, cityscape, street, night, cars, lights, reflections, urban, abstract expressionism

Olga Mihailicenko

"Towards The Sun"

Oil on Canvas | 24x24 in

$980
Painting titled "Red Poppies on Gray" by Lu Sho, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Red Poppies on Gray - Painting, 12x12 in ©2023 by Lu Sho - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, red flowers, red poppies, gray grey, red and white, abstract flower, original painting, acrylic artwork, nature, srill life, abstract landscape, scarlet, contemporary, contrast

Lu Sho

"Red Poppies on Gray"

Acrylic on Canvas | 12x12 in

$435
Prints available
Painting titled "Which is Right" by Stephen Lucas, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Which is Right - Painting, 16x20 in ©2024 by Stephen Lucas - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, cool colors, small work, gem like, collectable, rare, unique

Stephen Lucas

"Which is Right"

Acrylic on Canvas | 16x20 in

$3,242
Painting titled "Resilient" by Chelsea Nicole, Original Artwork, Oil
Resilient - Painting, 28x22 in ©2024 by Chelsea Nicole - Figurative, figurative-594, Portrait

Chelsea Nicole

"Resilient"

Oil on Canvas | 28x22 in

$1,300
Painting titled "On Shore (Wave 3)" by Jennifer Morris, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
On Shore (Wave 3) - Painting, 16x12 in ©2023 by Jennifer Morris - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, Blue, Water, Teal, Purple, Wave, Ocean, Lake, Abstract, Abstract Expressionism, Color, Blend

Jennifer Morris

"On Shore (Wave 3)"

Acrylic on Canvas | 16x12 in

$591
Painting titled "Iris from the Court…" by Janel Bragg, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Iris from the Courtyard 1.5 - Painting, 12x9 in ©2024 by Janel Bragg - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Flower, iris painting, iris art, iris artwork, floral art, floral artwork, floral painting, botanical art, botanical artwork, botanical painting, purple art, purple artwork, purple painting, janel bragg, janel bragg fine art, contemporary art, contemporary artwork, contemporary painting, contemporary artist

Janel Bragg

"Iris from the Courtyard 1.5"

Watercolor on Paper | 12x9 in

Not For Sale Prints from $33.88
Painting titled "Transcendent" by Torenzo Gann, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Transcendent - Painting, 60x46 in ©2023 by Torenzo Gann - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, Blues Yellows Whites, Large, Contemporary, Modern, Sophisticated Taste, Architects, Designers

Torenzo Gann

"Transcendent"

Acrylic on Canvas | 60x46 in

$7,820
Prints available
Painting titled "Snow mountain shipw…" by Yue Zeng, Original Artwork, Oil
Snow mountain shipwreck - Painting, 16x20 in ©2024 by Yue Zeng - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Fantasy, shipwreck, mountain shipwreck, snow mountain, the great flood, ship art, shipwreck art, shipwreck on mountain, fantasy scene, fantasy landscape

Yue Zeng

"Snow mountain shipwreck"

Oil on Canvas | 16x20 in

$1,695
Prints available
Painting titled "Frozen Boat near th…" by Nikolay Lyamin, Original Artwork, Oil
Frozen Boat near the Willow - Painting, 8.3x11.8 in ©1999 by Nikolay Lyamin -

Nikolay Lyamin

"Frozen Boat near the Willow"

Oil on Cardboard | 8.3x11.8 in

On Request Prints from $24.97
Painting titled "The Buddha and You…" by Arlette Stella, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
The Buddha and You and You and ... - Painting, 18x60 in ©2020 by Arlette Stella - Spiritual Art, spiritual-art-1040, Abstract, ArletteStella, Philosophical, Abstract, Colorful, Symbolic, Chaos, organized, chairs, designer, dramatic

Arlette Stella

"The Buddha and You and You and ..."

Acrylic on Canvas | 18x60 in

$1,525
Prints available
Painting titled "“Float like a Butte…" by Carys Dejesus, Original Artwork, Acrylic
“Float like a Butterfly” - Painting, 14.5x11 in ©2024 by Carys Dejesus - Illustration, illustration-600, Martial Art, boxing, boxingglove, art, illustration

Carys Dejesus

"“Float like a Butterfly”"

Acrylic on Canvas | 14.5x11 in

$166
Painting titled "Morning on the Red…" by Hilary J England, Original Artwork, Oil
Morning on the Red Ridge - Painting, 8x11 in ©2024 by Hilary J England - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Desert, southwest, usa, desert, oil painting, original, impressionism

Hilary J England

"Morning on the Red Ridge"

Oil on Canvas | 8x11 in

$1,449
Prints available
Painting titled "Violin Horse" by Perfectstrokes, Original Artwork, Oil
Violin Horse - Painting, 24x18 in ©2024 by Perfectstrokes - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Colorful, horse, violin, music, life, happiness, symphony of colors, vibrant animal painting, fantasy horse illustration

Perfectstrokes

"Violin Horse"

Oil on Canvas | 24x18 in

$2,211
Prints available
Painting titled "Amanecer" by José Manuel Gonzàlez, Original Artwork, Oil
Amanecer - Painting, 25.6x20.1 in ©2024 by José Manuel Gonzàlez - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, Landscape

José Manuel Gonzàlez

"Amanecer"

Oil on Canvas | 25.6x20.1 in

$662.23

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