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Discover contemporary Paintings on Artmajeur

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,  28.4x40.9 in
St. Michael's Castle (Engineers Castle) Painting, 28.4x40.9 in
©2024 Maria Susarenko

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,  21.7x29.5 in
Compañía Painting, 21.7x29.5 in
©2024 Cesar Ayllón

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,  15.8x39.4 in
DB5 Chase Painting, 15.8x39.4 in
©2024 Jamie Lee

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,  39.4x31.9 in
The race within Painting, 39.4x31.9 in
©2024 Daniel Gibert

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 "St. Michael's Castl…" by Maria Susarenko, Original Artwork, Marker
St. Michael's Castle (Engineers Castle) - Painting, 28.4x40.9 in ©2024 by Maria Susarenko - Impressionism, impressionism-603, City, saint petersburg, castle, architecture, architectural drawing, cityscape, city view, rooftops, view from above, saint petersburg landmarks, architectural composition

Maria Susarenko

"St. Michael's Castle (Engineers Castle)"

Marker on Cardboard | 28.4x40.9 in

$2,157.93
Painting titled "The race within" by Daniel Gibert, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
The race within - Painting, 39.4x31.9 in ©2024 by Daniel Gibert - Figurative, figurative-594, Sport, running, vertical, daniel gibert, color ocre, playa, silencio, calma, paz, esfuerzo, correr, superación, minimalismo, figurativo, contemporáneo

Daniel Gibert

"The race within"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x31.9 in

$1,573.85
Painting titled "Urban nexus 451" by Joan Llaverias, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Urban nexus 451 - Painting, 31.5x59.1 in ©2024 by Joan Llaverias - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, art, minimalista, love, reiki

Joan Llaverias

"Urban nexus 451"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.5x59.1 in

$1,293.02
Painting titled "Regard en chien" by Aurélie Quentin, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Regard en chien - Painting, 51.2x51.2 in ©2023 by Aurélie Quentin - Figurative, figurative-594, Dog, jeune, vert, turquoise, tropical, vegetation, chill, lazy, oisiveté, braque de weimar, green, yellow, afropunk, sunglasses, reunion, jardin, garden, terrasse, deck, metissage, mixed

Aurélie Quentin

"Regard en chien"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 51.2x51.2 in

On Request
Painting titled "Avant l’Orage" by Picrate, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Avant l’Orage - Painting, 31.9x23.6 in ©2024 by Picrate - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Portrait, enfance, enfant, ocre, bleu, parents, oiseau, maltraitance, vie, desilusion

Picrate

"Avant l’Orage"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 31.9x23.6 in

$1,357.87
Painting titled "BIFOCALS" by Marcelo Novo, Original Artwork, Acrylic
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BIFOCALS - Painting, 20x16 in ©2024 by Marcelo Novo - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Love, women, mujeres, glasses, anteojos, bifocales, man, head, hombre, cabeza, dance, nudes, desnudos

Marcelo Novo

"BIFOCALS"

Acrylic on Canvas | 20x16 in

$1,702
Painting titled "Bursting flowers" by Vinko Hlebs, Original Artwork, Oil
Bursting flowers - Painting, 34.3x26.8 in ©2020 by Vinko Hlebs - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, Flower, red, blue, pink, green, symbolism, bursting, flower, imagination, bigflower, bluesky

Vinko Hlebs

"Bursting flowers"

Oil on Canvas | 34.3x26.8 in

$4,398.08
Painting titled "JUMP" by Yaroslav Kurbanov, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Panel
JUMP - Painting, 19.7x19.7 in ©2021 by Yaroslav Kurbanov - Cubism, cubism-582, Geometric

Yaroslav Kurbanov

"JUMP"

Acrylic on MDF Board | 19.7x19.7 in

$1,341.74
Painting titled "Lobster" by Sasha Bom, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Lobster - Painting, 43.3x55.1 in ©2023 by Sasha Bom - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Car

Sasha Bom

"Lobster"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 43.3x55.1 in

$9,791.79
Prints available
Painting titled "Kaarli Church, Tall…" by Vahan Shahbazyan, Original Artwork, Oil
Kaarli Church, Tallinn - Painting, 27.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Vahan Shahbazyan - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Architecture, art, painting, estonia, tallinn, gorsale, drawing, gallery, estoniaart

Vahan Shahbazyan

"Kaarli Church, Tallinn"

Oil on Canvas | 27.6x19.7 in

$2,135.7
Painting titled "Cette envie déchira…" by Denis Blondel, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Cette envie déchirante - Painting, 31.9x25.6 in ©2024 by Denis Blondel - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Portrait, humanité, portrait, huile sur toile

Denis Blondel

"Cette envie déchirante"

Oil on Canvas | 31.9x25.6 in

$2,750.19
Prints available
Painting titled "Multi-tags" by Richard Mirando (Seen), Original Artwork, Spray paint Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Multi-tags - Painting, 29.9x67.7 in ©2022 by Richard Mirando (Seen) - Street Art, street-art-624, Pop Culture, street art, tag, tags, seen

Richard Mirando (Seen)

"Multi-tags"

Spray paint on Canvas | 29.9x67.7 in

$3,694.02
Painting titled "Compañía" by Cesar Ayllón, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Compañía - Painting, 21.7x29.5 in ©2024 by Cesar Ayllón -

Cesar Ayllón

"Compañía"

Watercolor on Cardboard | 21.7x29.5 in

$2,351
Painting titled "DENTRO FUORI" by Stefano Galli, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
DENTRO FUORI - Painting, 31.5x31.5 in ©2014 by Stefano Galli - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Urban, vista, città, ragazzo, famiglia, gabbiano, metarealismo, gallipittore

Stefano Galli

"DENTRO FUORI"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.5x31.5 in

$5,914.85
Painting titled "Chorégraphie floral…" by Mariclair Plante, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Chorégraphie florale sur toile d’Azur - Painting, 48x48 in ©2024 by Mariclair Plante - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract, bleu, azur, outremer, abstrait floral, fleur, grand tableau, artiste canada, couleurs vibrantes

Mariclair Plante

"Chorégraphie florale sur toile d’Azur"

Acrylic on Canvas | 48x48 in

$2,409.57
Painting titled "Glistening Lake" by Eva Volf, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Glistening Lake - Painting, 48x30 in ©2024 by Eva Volf - Abstract, abstract-570, Beach, calm waterscape, soothing painting, realistic water painting, large blue painting, contemporary coastal style

Eva Volf

"Glistening Lake"

Oil on Canvas | 48x30 in

$3,943
Painting titled "Don’t seek, Don’t a…" by Maryam Moshiry, Original Artwork, Oil
Don’t seek, Don’t ask, Relax - Painting, 60x48 in ©2024 by Maryam Moshiry - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract

Maryam Moshiry

"Don’t seek, Don’t ask, Relax"

Oil on Canvas | 60x48 in

$5,800
Painting titled "le couple" by Raymond Yves Kono (Ntshi-Ntshim), Original Artwork, Acrylic
le couple - Painting, 23.6x17.7 in ©2024 by Raymond Yves Kono (Ntshi-Ntshim) - Figurative, figurative-594, Love, amour, tendresse, reve, rouge, couple, beaute, espoir

Raymond Yves Kono (Ntshi-Ntshim)

"le couple"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x17.7 in

$2,899.09
Painting titled "Попутчик" by Andrei Iakovlev, Original Artwork, Oil
Попутчик - Painting, 15.8x11.8 in ©2024 by Andrei Iakovlev - Figurative, figurative-594, Landscape

Andrei Iakovlev

"Попутчик"

Oil on Canvas | 15.8x11.8 in

$2,148.29
Painting titled "Elvis Presley Rock…" by Thomas Barretta, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
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Thomas Barretta

"Elvis Presley Rock Legends Series"

Acrylic on Canvas | 60x48 in

$39,411
Prints available
Painting titled "memories of the gre…" by Rupert Cefai, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
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memories of the great unfound - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Rupert Cefai - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract

Rupert Cefai

"memories of the great unfound"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$2,323.49
Painting titled "Yellow NYC" by Marta Zawadzka, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Yellow NYC - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Marta Zawadzka - Expressionism, expressionism-591, City, NYC, new york, manhattan, yellow taxi, landscape

Marta Zawadzka

"Yellow NYC"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$2,777.97
Painting titled "Spring Song" by Alexander Shandor, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Spring Song - Painting, 23.6x27.6 in ©2024 by Alexander Shandor - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Still life, transcarpathian art, flower, shandor, garden, tabble, sunny day, ukraine, fruit, lemon, still life in the interior, lilac, Coffee grinder

Alexander Shandor

"Spring Song"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 23.6x27.6 in

$4,500
Prints available
Painting titled "Frida Khalo" by Christiane Sottile, Original Artwork, Pigments Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Frida Khalo - Painting, 51.6x28.7 in ©2024 by Christiane Sottile - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Women Portraits, frida, khalo, portrait, women, celebrite, femmes, fleurs, contemporaryart, artgalleries, mexique, diegoriviera, popart

Christiane Sottile

"Frida Khalo"

Pigments on Canvas | 51.6x28.7 in

$2,396.83
Prints available
Painting titled "DB5 Chase" by Jamie Lee, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
DB5 Chase - Painting, 15.8x39.4 in ©2024 by Jamie Lee - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Car, james bond, 007, bond car, car chase, aston martin, db5, aston martin db5, pop art, comic book art, explosion

Jamie Lee

"DB5 Chase"

Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x39.4 in

$1,818.82
Prints available
Painting titled "Ajami Beach 2" by Galya Didur, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Ajami Beach 2 - Painting, 47.2x35.4 in ©2024 by Galya Didur - Figurative, figurative-594

Galya Didur

"Ajami Beach 2"

Acrylic on Canvas | 47.2x35.4 in

$8,513.9
Painting titled "Еxhortation" by Pavel Guliaev, Original Artwork, Oil
Еxhortation - Painting, 27.6x31.5 in ©2024 by Pavel Guliaev - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, Fantasy, Delightful, excellent, magic, fantastic, originalart, amazing, fineart, flowers, women, impasto

Pavel Guliaev

"Еxhortation"

Oil on Canvas | 27.6x31.5 in

$3,809.15
Painting titled "Street Music" by Ilya Volykhine, Original Artwork, Oil
Street Music - Painting, 48.8x94.5 in ©2024 by Ilya Volykhine - Figurative, figurative-594, Abstract

Ilya Volykhine

"Street Music"

Oil on Canvas | 48.8x94.5 in

$17,850
Painting titled "СY 19" by Rosi Roys, Original Artwork, Acrylic
СY 19 - Painting, 59.1x78.7 in ©2024 by Rosi Roys - Abstract, abstract-570, Nature, abstarct, flower, minimalism, modern, expression, pink, pink flower, xxl abstarct

Rosi Roys

"СY 19"

Acrylic on Canvas | 59.1x78.7 in

$1,906.8
Painting titled "CHERI,.... OU T'AS…" by Christian Lucas, Original Artwork, Oil
CHERI,.... OU T'AS MIS MES CHAUSSURES ? - Painting, 31.5x31.5 in ©2024 by Christian Lucas - Figurative, figurative-594, Everyday Life, Chaussures femme, haribo, dressing, Haribo, Gourmandise, Costume homme, surrealiste

Christian Lucas

"CHERI,.... OU T'AS MIS MES CHAUSSURES ?"

Oil on Canvas | 31.5x31.5 in

On Request
Painting titled "The Abduction of Mi…" by Jeff Cornish, Original Artwork, Oil
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The Abduction of Miss Suki O'Reilly - Painting, 39x60.5 in ©2023 by Jeff Cornish - Figurative, figurative-594, Erotic Nudes, bondage, painting, beaufiful girls and women, pop art, oil, acrylic, figurative, Redheads, erotic art, mixed media

Jeff Cornish

"The Abduction of Miss Suki O'Reilly"

Oil on Synthetic board | 39x60.5 in

$6,329
Painting titled "GRAIN DE BEAUTÉ" by Alain Rouschmeyer, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
GRAIN DE BEAUTÉ - Painting, 27.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Alain Rouschmeyer - Figurative, figurative-594, Everyday Life, nageuse, grain de beauté, femme, posture, scène de genre, portrait, lac, nature, eau, vert, rose, peau, pierre, dalle de pierre, nuque, dos, posture féminine

Alain Rouschmeyer

"GRAIN DE BEAUTÉ"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 27.6x19.7 in

$1,977.91
Prints available
Painting titled "Umeshu" by Cannibal Malabar, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Umeshu - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2020 by Cannibal Malabar -

Cannibal Malabar

"Umeshu"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$1,666.78
Painting titled "DIFFUSION SERIES (t…" by Daniel Anderson, Original Artwork, Oil
DIFFUSION SERIES (triptych) - Painting, 50x16 in ©2021 by Daniel Anderson - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract

Daniel Anderson

"DIFFUSION SERIES (triptych)"

Oil on Canvas | 50x16 in

$10,607
Painting titled "Abstract-233" by Nivas Kanhere, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Abstract-233 - Painting, 48x48 in ©2024 by Nivas Kanhere - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, abstractions, abstract painting, abstract art, modern art

Nivas Kanhere

"Abstract-233"

Acrylic on Canvas | 48x48 in

$3,034.11
Painting titled "Threads" by Naoko Paluszak, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Threads - Painting, 30x24 in ©2024 by Naoko Paluszak - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Abstract, abstract expressionism, Joan Mitchell, conceptual, wabi sabi, navy blue, yellow, white, texture, turquoise

Naoko Paluszak

"Threads"

Acrylic on Canvas | 30x24 in

$2,407

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