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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,  8.7x13 in
"Ballon jaune" Painting, 8.7x13 in
©2024 Gilles Paul Esnault

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,  29.5x23.6 in
Sunbath Painting, 29.5x23.6 in
©2024 Elena Kurochko

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,  39.4x39.4 in
Urban Landscape 2024 NYC Painting, 39.4x39.4 in
©2024 Efka9

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,  19.7x23.6 in
Clay Painting, 19.7x23.6 in
©2024 Davide Nunziante

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 ""Ballon jaune"" by Gilles Paul Esnault, Original Artwork, Oil
"Ballon jaune" - Painting, 8.7x13 in ©2024 by Gilles Paul Esnault - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Forest, sous-bois, forêt, rivière, ballon jaune, ballon, arbres, feuillage, arbres tombés

Gilles Paul Esnault

""Ballon jaune""

Oil on Canvas | 8.7x13 in

$4,344.03
Painting titled "Clay" by Davide Nunziante, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Clay - Painting, 19.7x23.6 in ©2024 by Davide Nunziante - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, Spirituality, Cielo, Montagna, Natura

Davide Nunziante

"Clay"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 19.7x23.6 in

$2,553.43
Painting titled "Innocence" by Ilya Volykhine, Original Artwork, Oil
Innocence - Painting, 41.7x35.8 in ©2024 by Ilya Volykhine - Figurative, figurative-594, Abstract

Ilya Volykhine

"Innocence"

Oil on Wood | 41.7x35.8 in

$7,650
Painting titled "Doppelganger" by Kazuhiro Higashi, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Doppelganger - Painting, 11.8x37.1 in ©2024 by Kazuhiro Higashi - Abstract, abstract-570, Cat, painting, geometric, 8 bit, pixel art, black and white, cats, diptych

Kazuhiro Higashi

"Doppelganger"

Acrylic on MDF Board | 11.8x37.1 in

$1,621
Painting titled "California dream" by Alain Retiere, Original Artwork, Oil
California dream - Painting, 21.3x28.7 in ©2024 by Alain Retiere - Impressionism, impressionism-603, America, San francisco, USA, Street, rue, city, ville

Alain Retiere

"California dream"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 21.3x28.7 in

$1,701.18
Prints available
Painting titled "RENDITION OF THE DA…" by Awosola Michael Angello, Original Artwork, Oil
RENDITION OF THE DAYS TO COME - Painting, 34x46 in ©2021 by Awosola Michael Angello - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Colorful, Hope, Unique, Colorful, Futuristic, Happiness, Children

Awosola Michael Angello

"RENDITION OF THE DAYS TO COME"

Oil on Canvas | 34x46 in

$2,194
Prints available
Painting titled "Evening" by Trayko Popov, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Evening - Painting, 27.6x21.7 in ©2024 by Trayko Popov - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Everyday Life, light, evening, night, yellow, blue, green, home, building, hill, forest, tree, woods, city, cityscape, Los Angeles, LA

Trayko Popov

"Evening"

Acrylic on Canvas | 27.6x21.7 in

$1,314.62
Prints available
Painting titled "Bones playing abstr…" by Jennifer Mattes, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Bones playing abstract piano music for you - Painting, 31.5x23.6 in ©2024 by Jennifer Mattes - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful

Jennifer Mattes

"Bones playing abstract piano music for you"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.5x23.6 in

$1,627.22
Painting titled "ENERGY M7" by Loferrie, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
ENERGY M7 - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Loferrie - Abstract, abstract-570, Geometric, abstract, minimalist, geometric, hard-edge, contemporary, blue, black, beige, grey

Loferrie

"ENERGY M7"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$2,870.26
Prints available
Painting titled "Yaa'yoo ( au secour…" by Awe Haiwe, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Yaa'yoo ( au secours) - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2023 by Awe Haiwe - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, War

Awe Haiwe

"Yaa'yoo ( au secours)"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$6,086.88
Prints available
Painting titled "DISCO" by Perrotte, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
DISCO - Painting, 38.2x57.5 in ©2024 by Perrotte - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, COULEUR, ABSTRAIT, CONTEMPORAIN

Perrotte

"DISCO"

Acrylic on Canvas | 38.2x57.5 in

$6,298.93
Painting titled "拥抱" by Jianxing Li, Original Artwork, Oil
拥抱 - Painting, 19.7x19.7 in ©2024 by Jianxing Li - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Asia

Jianxing Li

"拥抱"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 19.7x19.7 in

$1,436
Painting titled "Sunbath" by Elena Kurochko, Original Artwork, Oil
Sunbath - Painting, 29.5x23.6 in ©2024 by Elena Kurochko - Figurative, figurative-594, Seascape, sea, landscape, splash water, summer, vacation, blue, swimming pool, sun, light, realism, sater, seascape, minimalism, modern

Elena Kurochko

"Sunbath"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 29.5x23.6 in

$2,039
Painting titled "Good morning" by Agnese Kurzemniece, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Good morning - Painting, 31.5x23.6 in ©2023 by Agnese Kurzemniece - Figurative, figurative-594, Everyday Life, love, harmony, family, light, blue

Agnese Kurzemniece

"Good morning"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.5x23.6 in

$2,420.95
Painting titled "The New Glasses (Le…" by Christophe Vacher, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Cardboard
The New Glasses (Les Nouvelles Lunettes) - Painting, 10.5x8.5 in ©2023 by Christophe Vacher - Figurative, figurative-594, Men portraits, portrait, homme, costume, medieval, festival, realisme, impressionisme, texture, huile, carton entoilé

Christophe Vacher

"The New Glasses (Les Nouvelles Lunettes)"

Oil on Canvas | 10.5x8.5 in

$3,958.75
Painting titled "Half Past Noon" by Łukasz Olek, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Half Past Noon - Painting, 28.7x23.6 in ©2024 by Łukasz Olek - Abstract, abstract-570, Landscape, tsr, art tsr, lukasz olek, blinkered, landscape, nature, pink, sunset, sunrise, noon, red, grey, contemporary, abstract, minimalism

Łukasz Olek

"Half Past Noon"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 28.7x23.6 in

$2,862.53
Painting titled "Self Description" by Emmanuel Tetteh, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Self Description - Painting, 63.4x50 in ©2022 by Emmanuel Tetteh - Abstract, abstract-570

Emmanuel Tetteh

"Self Description"

Acrylic on Canvas | 63.4x50 in

$3,187.09
Painting titled "Abstraite-16-24" by Artoosh, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Abstraite-16-24 - Painting, 23.6x23.6 in ©2024 by Artoosh - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, Abstrait, Peinture abstrait, Abstract painting, Coloful modern art, Modern artwork, Canvas painting, Peinture acrylique sur toile, Artiste professionnelle, L'huile sur toile, Expressionnisme, Moderne

Artoosh

"Abstraite-16-24"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x23.6 in

$1,496.95
Painting titled "Św. Rodzina" by Katarzyna Kobuszewska, Original Artwork, Tempera
Św. Rodzina - Painting, 17.7x11 in ©2023 by Katarzyna Kobuszewska - Spiritual Art, spiritual-art-1040, Religious Icons, ikona, złoto, tempera

Katarzyna Kobuszewska

"Św. Rodzina"

Tempera on Wood | 17.7x11 in

$1,842.47
Painting titled "Gertruda" by Wilhem Von Kalisz, Original Artwork, Oil
Gertruda - Painting, 19.7x23.6 in ©2024 by Wilhem Von Kalisz - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Women Portraits, klimt, jugendstil, blue

Wilhem Von Kalisz

"Gertruda"

Oil on Canvas | 19.7x23.6 in

$4,579.86
Painting titled "The first day of sp…" by Ihor Melnyk, Original Artwork, Oil
The first day of spring - Painting, 59.1x47.2 in ©2024 by Ihor Melnyk - Abstract, abstract-570, Nature, nature, landscape, spring, warm, space, expression, abstraction, Ukraine

Ihor Melnyk

"The first day of spring"

Oil on Canvas | 59.1x47.2 in

$4,398
Painting titled "Notturno magico ven…" by Antonio Pirozzi, Original Artwork, Oil
Notturno magico veneziano - Painting, 27.6x23.6 in ©2024 by Antonio Pirozzi - Surrealism, surrealism-627

Antonio Pirozzi

"Notturno magico veneziano"

Oil on Canvas | 27.6x23.6 in

$2,914.42
Painting titled "Vibrant Sensuality:…" by Vincent Vee, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Vibrant Sensuality: Artistic Woman with Dragon Tattoo - Painting, 35.4x35.4 in ©2023 by Vincent Vee - Street Art, street-art-624, Women Portraits, Invest in Art, Painting for resort, painting for bar, japanese style art, Sensual Woman Portrait, Vogue Artwork, Fashion Painting, Model Fashion Art, Magazine Cover Artwork, Girl with tattoo painting, dragon tattoo

Vincent Vee

"Vibrant Sensuality: Artistic Woman with Dragon Tattoo"

Acrylic on Canvas | 35.4x35.4 in

$6,403.94
Prints available
Painting titled "Charged" by Constantin Roucault, Original Artwork, Oil
Charged - Painting, 39x32.3 in ©2024 by Constantin Roucault - Abstract, abstract-570, Fantasy, Charged, abstract, figurative, body, male, strength, readiness, posture

Constantin Roucault

"Charged"

Oil on Canvas | 39x32.3 in

$3,108.72
Painting titled "Urban Landscape 202…" by Efka9, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Urban Landscape 2024 NYC - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Efka9 - Street Art, street-art-624, Graffiti, EFKA9, efka9, streetart, street art, graffitis, graffiti, pop art, abstrait, nyc, NYC, URBAN LANDSCAPE, PAYSAGES URBAINS, villes

Efka9

"Urban Landscape 2024 NYC"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$3,318.46
Prints available
Painting titled "Fateful  Holidays I…" by Elena Kotliarker, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Fateful Holidays II. Shavuot - Painting, 36.2x27.2 in ©2024 by Elena Kotliarker - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, Religion, angel, angels, spirit, Jewish life, Judaica, Jewish heritage, spiritual art, Jerusalem, Israeli art, Hebrew, family gifts, gift for her, gift for him, Elena Kotliarker, Jewish symbolism, flowers, Jewish holiday, wedding gift, Chagall style, Hebrew words

Elena Kotliarker

"Fateful Holidays II. Shavuot"

Acrylic on Canvas | 36.2x27.2 in

$3,922
Prints available
Painting titled "RAYS" by Ludovic Mercher, Original Artwork, Acrylic
RAYS - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Ludovic Mercher - Abstract, abstract-570, Geometric, rayon, ray, rouge, red, architecture

Ludovic Mercher

"RAYS"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$2,344.78
Painting titled "entre terre et ciel" by Fabrice Janvier, Original Artwork, Oil
entre terre et ciel - Painting, 31.5x31.5 in ©2024 by Fabrice Janvier - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, abstrait, rothko, ciel, nuage, huile

Fabrice Janvier

"entre terre et ciel"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 31.5x31.5 in

$2,592.07
Painting titled "Casa Gispert- Barce…" by Tomás Castaño, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Casa Gispert- Barcelona - Painting, 28.7x36.2 in ©2024 by Tomás Castaño - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Architecture, el born barcelona, barcelona, casa gisper, fachadas, fachadas históricas

Tomás Castaño

"Casa Gispert- Barcelona"

Oil on Canvas | 28.7x36.2 in

$5,662.14
Prints available
Painting titled "My Sunset" by Evelyn La Starza, Original Artwork, Acrylic
My Sunset - Painting, 39.4x63 in ©2021 by Evelyn La Starza - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract

Evelyn La Starza

"My Sunset"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x63 in

$1,688.1
Painting titled "Untamed Hearts" by Dominic Virtosu, Original Artwork, Oil
Untamed Hearts - Painting, 78.7x78.7 in ©2023 by Dominic Virtosu - Fauvism, fauvism-942, Animal, tiger, friendship

Dominic Virtosu

"Untamed Hearts"

Oil on Canvas | 78.7x78.7 in

$17,207.21
Painting titled "My family." by Donatella Marraoni, Original Artwork, Oil
My family. - Painting, 23.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Donatella Marraoni - Figurative, figurative-594, Landscape, casa, muro, panni stesi, paesaggio, finestra, speranza, amore, passione, donatella marraonni, marraoni, sole

Donatella Marraoni

"My family."

Oil on Canvas | 23.6x19.7 in

$1,591.89
Prints available
Painting titled "Milkshake" by Tetiana Bogdanova, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Milkshake - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2024 by Tetiana Bogdanova - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Colorful, Tetiana Bogdanova, symbolism art, canvas art, girls room, room decor, cafe decor, oil painting, Milkshake, Tatyana Bogdanova, drips Milkshake, beautiful girl, Dessert Girls, smiling girl, Ukrainian painter, Ukrainian artist

Tetiana Bogdanova

"Milkshake"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in

$5,739
Prints available
Painting titled "Happy Lovers" by Muriel Matt, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Happy Lovers - Painting, 31.5x31.5 in ©2024 by Muriel Matt - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Love, couple, mariage, amoureux

Muriel Matt

"Happy Lovers"

Acrylic on Canvas | 31.5x31.5 in

$3,315.15
Painting titled "Percée lumineuse" by Patrick Egger, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Percée lumineuse - Painting, 23.6x19.7 in ©2024 by Patrick Egger - Figurative, figurative-594, Nature, forêt enneigée, hiver

Patrick Egger

"Percée lumineuse"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x19.7 in

$2,873.15
Painting titled "HORS-SAISON" by Nicolas Ruelle, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
HORS-SAISON - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Nicolas Ruelle - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Landscape, énergie, espace, horizon, mystère, contemplation

Nicolas Ruelle

"HORS-SAISON"

Acrylic on Linen Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$2,288.48

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