Inke Bemelmans
"The main entrance"
Acrylic on Canvas | 19.7x15.8 in
$492.59
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Discover original contemporary City Artworks on Artmajeur
Contemporary City artworks are a unique and exciting genre of original art that captures the essence of urban living. These artworks are created using a range of materials including acrylic paint, spray paint, stencils, and mixed media on various supports such as canvas, wood, and metal.
©2024 Inke Bemelmans
Origins and History
The Pop Art movement in the 1960s and 70s was a major turning point for contemporary City art. During this time, artists began to incorporate new technologies and media into their works, creating bold and provocative pieces that reflected the fast-paced lifestyle of urban living. Graffiti and street art also emerged as important forms of contemporary City art, with artists using public spaces as their canvas to create powerful and thought-provoking works that challenged traditional notions of art and beauty.
©2024 Galina Shumilova
Evolutions of theses works in the contemporary art market
In recent times, original contemporary City artworks have undergone a significant evolution. These art pieces, which depict the urban landscape in various ways, have become increasingly important in the contemporary art market. With the emergence of new urban trends and styles, artists have explored various mediums and techniques to capture the essence of the city.
©2024 Michele Guillot
Related Famous Artists
Contemporary City artworks have become a popular subject for many artists. Some artists have made a name for themselves by creating original and compelling works about the city. Here are a few well-known Contemporary Artists who have mastered the art of creating urban-themed artworks.
Banksy - Known for his street art, Banksy is a pseudonymous England-based artist who creates provocative and political works. He is famous for using stencils to create his pieces, which often feature satirical social commentary.
JR - This French artist creates large-scale murals that often depict people from the city. His work is known for its realistic depictions and its ability to showcase the diversity of urban life.
Shepard Fairey - Best known for his iconic "Hope" poster, Fairey is a street artist and graphic designer who creates works that are both politically charged and visually stunning. His work often features bold colors and eye-catching graphics.
Swoon - This American artist creates intricate and detailed installations that often feature people from the city. Her works are known for their delicate beauty and their ability to capture the human experience.
Blu - An Italian street artist, Blu creates large-scale murals that often have a political message. His works are known for their bold colors and their ability to provoke thought and discussion.
©2024 Franzart
Notable original contemporary City artworks
Banksy’s "Girl with Balloon" is an iconic 2002 artwork that depicts a young girl reaching for a heart-shaped balloon. The image has been replicated and interpreted in various ways, including as a mural on walls around the world.
JR’s "The Chronicles of New York City" is a 2019 mural that spans 53 feet and depicts over 1,000 New Yorkers from all walks of life. The black-and-white photographs are layered upon one another, creating a powerful and diverse portrait of the city.
Kehinde Wiley’s "Rumors of War" is a 2019 sculpture that portrays a young black man on horseback, reminiscent of traditional equestrian statues of Confederate leaders. The artwork challenges notions of power, representation, and cultural memory in the United States.
Yayoi Kusama’s "Infinity Mirrored Room - The Souls of Millions of Light Years Away" is a 2013 installation that immerses viewers in a seemingly infinite space of twinkling lights. The artwork invites contemplation of the vastness of the universe and the interconnectedness of all things.
Ai Weiwei’s "Sunflower Seeds" is a 2010 installation made up of millions of porcelain sunflower seeds, each handcrafted by artisans in China. The artwork comments on issues of mass production and labor in contemporary China, as well as the power of collective action.
Jeff Koons’ "Balloon Dog" is a 1994 sculpture that takes the form of a giant, shiny, metallic balloon animal. The artwork is playful and whimsical, yet also raises questions about the value of art objects and the role of consumer culture in contemporary art.
Franzart
"Old street, Italian fantasy"
Pencil on Cardboard | 11.7x16.5 in
$497.01
Volodymyr Glukhomanyuk
"BLISS Series GOLDEN AGE part #7"
Oil on Canvas | 27.6x23.6 in
$3,900
Pascal Genevois
"Polychropolis 2"
Acrylic on Canvas | 16.1x13 in
On Request
Sergei Gontarovskii (Serhii Hontarovskyi)
"Light plays with shadow in the Odesa City Garden"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 19.7x11.8 in
$1,237
Prints available
Olga Serebryanskaya
"The sun of metal and stone of the city of all lovers (Paris)"
Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in
$2,261.87
Liudmila Bodiagina
"Летнее кафе"
Oil on Canvas | 23.6x23.6 in
$1,445.99
Samira Yanushkova
"Old World Charm"
Watercolor on Paper | 22.1x15 in
$1,646
Prints available
Svetlana Bellon
"Big Ben and London Red Buses"
Oil on Canvas | 15.8x11.8 in
$994.01
Maárs Shanó
"9 million bicycles."
Acrylic on Cardboard | 27.6x40.9 in
$1,639
Michele Giuliani
"Old Fashion - Op.2"
Acrylic on Canvas | 27.6x19.7 in
On Request
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Gustavo Mañá
"Charlando en la vereda"
Pastel on Cardboard | 19.7x27.6 in
$1,841.13
Galina Shumilova
"Sunny day"
Oil on Canvas | 31.5x23.6 in
$624.02
Alex Kopylov
"DUSK IN THE DOWNTOWN"
Oil on Canvas | 31.5x31.5 in
$2,699.29
Kishore Singh
"Early morning Chraminar12"
Watercolor on Paper | 22x30 in
$1,257.85
Philippe Perennou
"Times Square n °2164"
Acrylic on Canvas | 11.8x11.8 in
$379.93
Serhii Zavarzin
"Catalunya. La Selva del Camp. Desembre"
Acrylic on Canvas | 24x18.1 in
$747.72
Andrea Vandoni
"Milan - Italy"
Pastel on Paper | 19.7x25.6 in
$1,314.3
Prints available
Natalia Sharoni
"Old Jerusaleum"
Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x15.8 in
$1,902.86
Benilde
"Calle monocromática"
Watercolor on Paper | 16.1x12.2 in
$209.9
Prints available
Nathalie Si Pié
"Scintillements dans la ville/Sparkles in the city"
Acrylic on Canvas | 43.3x43.3 in
$1,185.08
Justin Huebner
"Tokyo Friends"
Collages on Canvas | 17x14 in
Not For Sale
Rose Passalboni Giudicelli
"Voyage bleuté 2"
Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 23.6x23.6 in
$4,226.75
Prints available
Michele Guillot
"SPLEEN"
Acrylic on Canvas | 27.6x19.7 in
$1,751.67
Prints available
Ed Little
"New York City Looking East"
Oil on Canvas | 20x16 in
$5,478
Ruslana Levandovska
"New York City Central Park in Winter"
Oil on Canvas | 30x24 in
$6,589.77
Db Waterman
"SATURDAY SWING"
Acrylic on Canvas | 47.2x31.5 in
$4,914.83
Prints available
Ytka Tiéllof
"Métro"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 25.6x21.3 in
$1,088.99
Katja Vollmer
"Genova"
Watercolor on Paper | 23.6x17.7 in
$698.02
Andrei Sakhapov
"Солнце в городе"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 35.4x35.4 in
$12,197.88
Pen
"Souriez !"
Oil on Canvas | 23.6x35.4 in
$1,577.16
Prints available
Gilles Paul Esnault
"Peinture à l'huile à l'eau"
Oil on MDF Board | 17.3x25.6 in
$7,921.16
Prints available
Dags
"BARCELONA. GAUDI. SAGRADA FAMILIAIt is the largest unfinishe"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 35.4x27.6 in
$1,834.5
Prints available
Evgenii Gusev
""Московская телепортация". КТМ-19к"
Oil on Linen Canvas | 17.7x23.6 in
$1,325.83
Jakub Kossakowski (Art After Hours)
"Lisboa 5"
Watercolor on Paper | 11.4x8.3 in
$387.89
Prints available