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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,  24x30 in
Cowtown Painting, 24x30 in
©2023 Clayt Lennox

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,  33.5x53.2 in
Enopes Painting, 33.5x53.2 in
©2023 Marianna Lourba Artist represented by ROMA GALLERY

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,  51.2x47.2 in
Jardim das Fragilidades II Painting, 51.2x47.2 in
©2024 Ritchelly Oliveira Artist represented by Tilsitt Gallery

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,  15.8x15.8 in
EMBRUNS Painting, 15.8x15.8 in
©2022 Jean-Luc Lacroix (JL LACROIX)

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.


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Painting titled "Cowtown" by Clayt Lennox, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Panel
Cowtown - Painting, 24x30 in ©2023 by Clayt Lennox - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Calgary, Canadian Art, Clayt Lennox, Acrylic Painting, Alberta, Bow Valley, Cityscape, Autumn Scene, Landscape, Realism

Clayt Lennox

"Cowtown"

Acrylic on Canvas | 24x30 in

$5,900
Painting titled "EMBRUNS" by Jean-Luc Lacroix (JL LACROIX), Original Artwork, Acrylic
EMBRUNS - Painting, 15.8x15.8 in ©2022 by Jean-Luc Lacroix (JL LACROIX) - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Boat

Jean-Luc Lacroix (JL LACROIX)

"EMBRUNS"

Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in

$1,671.23
Painting titled "LA PROMESSE" by Anne Marie Torrisi, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
LA PROMESSE - Painting, 27.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Anne Marie Torrisi - Naive Art, naive-art-948, Love, amoureux, amour, promesse, coeurs, passion

Anne Marie Torrisi

"LA PROMESSE"

Oil on Canvas | 27.6x19.7 in

$9,276.04
Prints available
Painting titled "ICON #13" by Ronald Hunter, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
ICON #13 - Painting, 35.4x35.4 in ©2024 by Ronald Hunter - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, neon, fluor, pop art

Ronald Hunter

"ICON #13"

Acrylic on Canvas | 35.4x35.4 in

$2,532.29
Painting titled "The color of the li…" by Nikol Aghababyan, Original Artwork, Oil
The color of the light - Painting, 36x36 in ©2024 by Nikol Aghababyan - Figurative, figurative-594, Still life, oil, painting, oil on canvas, palette knife painting, art, artwork, figurative art, contemporary art, artmajeur, art for sale, still life

Nikol Aghababyan

"The color of the light"

Oil on Canvas | 36x36 in

$7,578
Painting titled "AL FILO II" by Tomasa Martin, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
AL FILO II - Painting, 15.8x15.8 in ©2022 by Tomasa Martin - Figurative, figurative-594, Kid portaits, painting, children, girl, green, grey, blue, game, privacy

Tomasa Martin

"AL FILO II"

Oil on Wood | 15.8x15.8 in

$1,790.12
Painting titled "Three Hundred And T…" by Amelia Coward, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Panel
Three Hundred And Twenty Four Ombre Stripe Dots Painting - Painting, 31.5x31.5 in ©2021 by Amelia Coward - Abstract, abstract-570, Geometric, pop art, gradient, ombre painting, dot art, spot painting, colour study, brighly coloured, multi colour, rainbow, 3d mixed media, collage, wood

Amelia Coward

"Three Hundred And Twenty Four Ombre Stripe Dots Painting"

Acrylic on Wood | 31.5x31.5 in

$3,771.99
Painting titled ",,Catwoman, Scream,," by Vadim Kovalev, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
,,Catwoman, Scream,, - Painting, 47.2x59.1 in ©2024 by Vadim Kovalev - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Cat, cat, woman, mouse, orange, black, scream

Vadim Kovalev

",,Catwoman, Scream,,"

Oil on Canvas | 47.2x59.1 in

$5,215.92
Painting titled "REACHING THE GOAL" by Yaroslav Kurbanov, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Panel
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REACHING THE GOAL - Painting, 19.7x19.7 in ©2021 by Yaroslav Kurbanov - Geometric, geometric-572, Sport, sport, javelin, Olympic Games, flight, mosaic, tondo

Yaroslav Kurbanov

"REACHING THE GOAL"

Acrylic on MDF Board | 19.7x19.7 in

$1,341.74
Painting titled "Amex Original ROLEX" by N Nathan, Original Artwork, Digital Painting
Amex Original ROLEX - Painting, 15.8x23.6 in ©2024 by N Nathan - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Pop Culture, rolex, tableau rolex, amex rolex, american express rolex, montre rolex, deco rolex, nnathan, n.nathan, rolex nathan, rolex verte

N Nathan

"Amex Original ROLEX"

Digital Painting on Aluminium | 15.8x23.6 in

$1,413.43
Painting titled "Expression 35" by Iryna Kastsova, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Expression 35 - Painting, 23.6x55.1 in ©2024 by Iryna Kastsova - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract, абстракция, экспрессия, модерн, яркие цвета, живопись

Iryna Kastsova

"Expression 35"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x55.1 in

$2,419.06
Prints available
Painting titled "Imperfectum" by Walter Lehmann, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Imperfectum - Painting, 23.6x23.6 in ©2024 by Walter Lehmann - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful

Walter Lehmann

"Imperfectum"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x23.6 in

$1,834.27
Painting titled "Enopes" by Marianna Lourba, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Enopes - Painting, 33.5x53.2 in ©2023 by Marianna Lourba -

Marianna Lourba

"Enopes"

Acrylic on Wood | 33.5x53.2 in

On Request
Painting titled "Untitled" by Stephen Aifegha, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Untitled - Painting, 18.9x11.8 in ©2020 by Stephen Aifegha - Figurative, figurative-594, Portrait

Stephen Aifegha

"Untitled"

Acrylic on Canvas | 18.9x11.8 in

$2,500
Painting titled "Last Evening" by Yass, Original Artwork, Oil
Last Evening - Painting, 40x36 in ©2024 by Yass - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Female nudes, nude art on sale, erotic art, portrait painting, modern art, female paintings, woman oil painting

Yass

"Last Evening"

Oil on Canvas | 40x36 in

$2,336
Painting titled "Rain" by Margarita Ivanova, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Rain - Painting, 35.4x31.5 in ©2024 by Margarita Ivanova - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Portrait, woman, hat, black, dark, monochrome, eyes

Margarita Ivanova

"Rain"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 35.4x31.5 in

$5,131
Painting titled "Creation of Adam in…" by Antoni Dragan, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Creation of Adam in 21st - Painting, 39.4x78.7 in ©2024 by Antoni Dragan - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Pop Culture, creation of Adam, leonardo da vinci, inspired, popart, bif, pink, pearl, warhol, Lichtenstein, voka, banksy, glow

Antoni Dragan

"Creation of Adam in 21st"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x78.7 in

$7,333.84
Prints available
Painting titled "Villa Monastero" by Arnaud Feuga, Original Artwork, Oil
Villa Monastero - Painting, 25.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Arnaud Feuga - Figurative, figurative-594, Mountainscape, lac, villa, cyprès, Como, Varenne

Arnaud Feuga

"Villa Monastero"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 25.6x19.7 in

$3,441.35
Painting titled "In bilico" by Donatella Marraoni, Original Artwork, Acrylic
In bilico - Painting, 47.2x23.6 in ©2024 by Donatella Marraoni - Figurative, figurative-594, Women Portraits, donna, lettera, diario, caffè, ritratto, donatella marraoni, moderno, sentimento

Donatella Marraoni

"In bilico"

Acrylic on Canvas | 47.2x23.6 in

$2,380.16
Prints available
Painting titled "Energy of the Night" by Matthias Lupri, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Energy of the Night - Painting, 60x48 in ©2024 by Matthias Lupri - Abstract, abstract-570, Graffiti, dark, black, brown, texture, thick, energy, movement

Matthias Lupri

"Energy of the Night"

Oil on Canvas | 60x48 in

$7,976
Prints available
Painting titled "The Art Of Rodeo No…" by Paul Cheng, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
The Art Of Rodeo No.53 - Painting, 36x24 in ©2024 by Paul Cheng - Impressionism, impressionism-603, America, rodeo, cowboy

Paul Cheng

"The Art Of Rodeo No.53"

Oil on Canvas | 36x24 in

$1,793
Painting titled "Misifux" by Eva Hidalgo, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Misifux - Painting, 31.5x23.6 in ©2024 by Eva Hidalgo - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Women Portraits, girl, cat, fox, orange, blue, turquoise, coletas, misifux, misifu

Eva Hidalgo

"Misifux"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.5x23.6 in

$1,945.1
Prints available
Painting titled "No. 1383_Untitled" by Guido Lötscher, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
No. 1383_Untitled - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Guido Lötscher - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Abstract, Abstrakte Rakeltechnik, Abstract Squeegee Technique, Inspiration Gerhard Richter, Zeitgenössische Kunst, Contemporary Art, Fine Art, Green Painting, Abstrakte Bilder, Abstract Painting, Swiss Painter, Schweizer Künstler

Guido Lötscher

"No. 1383_Untitled"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

On Request
Painting titled "My paradise is here" by Kirsten Handelmann, Original Artwork, Acrylic
My paradise is here - Painting, 44.9x83.5 in ©2024 by Kirsten Handelmann - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract, Natur Garten abstrakt, abstrakte Malerei, großformatige Kunst, XXL Leinwand, extra grosse Malerei, sehr großes Bild, extra grosses Acrylbild, Abstraktion Blumen, abstrakter Expressionismus, riesige Malerei auf Leinwand, Übergroßes buntes Bild

Kirsten Handelmann

"My paradise is here"

Acrylic on Canvas | 44.9x83.5 in

$3,395.88
Prints available
Painting titled "Jardim das Fragilid…" by Ritchelly Oliveira, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Jardim das Fragilidades II - Painting, 51.2x47.2 in ©2024 by Ritchelly Oliveira - Figurative, figurative-594, Love, Flowers, man, black&white, brazilian artist, nature, figurative

Ritchelly Oliveira

"Jardim das Fragilidades II"

Acrylic on Canvas | 51.2x47.2 in

$12,728.07
Painting titled "JK24-0423 After Sho…" by Jonas Kunickas, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
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JK24-0423 After Shower - Painting, 39.4x19.7 in ©2024 by Jonas Kunickas - Figurative, figurative-594, Female nudes, nude, shower, female, figure, naked, woman, body, bathing, towel, painting, Kunickas, RoyalBlue

Jonas Kunickas

"JK24-0423 After Shower"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x19.7 in

$1,847.91
Painting titled "Hello Henge" by Waynester, Original Artwork, Oil
Hello Henge - Painting, 20x16 in ©2024 by Waynester - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Cartoon, new york, henge, sunset, hello kitty, sanrio

Waynester

"Hello Henge"

Oil on Canvas | 20x16 in

$2,110
Painting titled "Operation Two" by Andy Kane, Original Artwork, Wax Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Operation Two - Painting, 36x48 in ©2024 by Andy Kane - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Science

Andy Kane

"Operation Two"

Wax on MDF Board | 36x48 in

$3,920
Painting titled "HAWA" by Perrotte, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
HAWA - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Perrotte - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, VISAGE, COULEUR

Perrotte

"HAWA"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$4,548.46
Painting titled "Because" by Young Park, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Because - Painting, 13.8x10.8 in ©2024 by Young Park - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Portrait, gesture, woman, expressionism, depict

Young Park

"Because"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 13.8x10.8 in

$1,400
Painting titled "Composition No. 472" by Sumit Ratta, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Composition No. 472 - Painting, 23.5x60 in ©2024 by Sumit Ratta - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, brown and blue, blue and brown, brown and blue abstract, gestural abstract, gestural abstraction, gestural painting, movement, playful, playful abstraction, panoramic abstract, panorama

Sumit Ratta

"Composition No. 472"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.5x60 in

$1,596
Prints available
Painting titled "Coconut boats" by Tomileka, Original Artwork, Oil
Coconut boats - Painting, 15.8x15.8 in ©2024 by Tomileka - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Landscape, coconut, coconut boats, ship, beach, waves, sea, mer, sand, summer, l'ete, bateau, vagues, ocean, rouge, red, flag

Tomileka

"Coconut boats"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in

$1,686.78
Prints available
Painting titled "The Fisherman's Dre…" by Nicholaas Chiao, Original Artwork, Oil
The Fisherman's Dream III - Painting, 20x15 in ©2024 by Nicholaas Chiao - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, dots, pattern, geometric, abstraction, abstract, painting, art, contemporary art

Nicholaas Chiao

"The Fisherman's Dream III"

Oil on Canvas | 20x15 in

$9,213
Prints available
Painting titled "Endless force XXVII" by Minseok Kang, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Endless force XXVII - Painting, 46x46 in ©2022 by Minseok Kang - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, beginning, source, power, infinity, collision, explosion, space, time, big bang, confusion, fear, fragment

Minseok Kang

"Endless force XXVII"

Acrylic on Canvas | 46x46 in

$5,987
Prints available
Painting titled "Burst of Bloom" by Anna Meyster, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Burst of Bloom - Painting, 48x48 in ©2023 by Anna Meyster - Figurative, figurative-594, Flower, flower, flowers, roses, bloom, blossom, purple, peony, rose, glass, still life, vase, modern, retro, nostalgia

Anna Meyster

"Burst of Bloom"

Acrylic on Canvas | 48x48 in

$3,829
Painting titled "'The Demure'" by William Oxer F.R.S.A., Original Artwork, Oil
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'The Demure' - Painting, 18x11 in ©2024 by William Oxer F.R.S.A. - Figurative, figurative-594, Female nudes, nude, woman, classical

William Oxer F.R.S.A.

"'The Demure'"

Oil on Canvas | 18x11 in

$1,937.67

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