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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,  36x48 in
Standing Up For Ourselves Painting, 36x48 in
©2024 Preston M. Smith (PMS)

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,  40x30 in
The Presence 6 Painting, 40x30 in
©2024 Nicholaas Chiao

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,  19.7x36.6 in
april swing Painting, 19.7x36.6 in
©2024 Igor Shulman

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,  61x32.7 in
Sail Boats L 5 Painting, 61x32.7 in
©2024 Peter Nottrott

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 "Standing Up For Our…" by Preston M. Smith (PMS), Original Artwork, Acrylic
Standing Up For Ourselves - Painting, 36x48 in ©2024 by Preston M. Smith (PMS) - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, texture, green and pink, orange and green, diptych, diptychs, large diptych paintings, acrylic paintings, new abstracts, abstract acrylic paintings, emotional, streaking colors, textured paintings, modern paintings, statement paintings, large paintings, large abstract paintings, bold colors, bright colors, pink and black, hot pink

Preston M. Smith (PMS)

"Standing Up For Ourselves"

Acrylic on Canvas | 36x48 in

$3,486
Painting titled "Sail Boats L 5" by Peter Nottrott, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Sail Boats L 5 - Painting, 61x32.7 in ©2024 by Peter Nottrott - Figurative, figurative-594, Boat, sailing painting, Peter Nottrott, Original, contemporary artwork, vibrant painting, colorful artwork, canvas wall art, Segelboote, Segelgemälde, portrait format, Hochformat, peinture marin, peinture paysage marin, peinture moderne, peinture bateau à voile, Unikat, piece unique, one of a kind

Peter Nottrott

"Sail Boats L 5"

Acrylic on Canvas | 61x32.7 in

$2,625.92
Painting titled "Oneness #1" by Carla Sá Fernandes, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Oneness #1 - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Carla Sá Fernandes - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract, abstract, abstract art, abstract artwork, abstract painting, ethereal, blur, carla sa fernandes, carlasafe, colorful artwork, colorful painting, colour, energy, radiant, glowing, blue, purple, oramge, red

Carla Sá Fernandes

"Oneness #1"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$3,191.71
Painting titled "CY 14" by Rosi Roys, Original Artwork, Acrylic
CY 14 - Painting, 59.1x78.7 in ©2024 by Rosi Roys - Abstract, abstract-570, Flower, flower, nature, landscape, minimalism, modern, ex-ression, blue flower, green, pink flower, xxl painting

Rosi Roys

"CY 14"

Acrylic on Canvas | 59.1x78.7 in

$2,631.14
Painting titled "a un fil" by Gerard Jouannet, Original Artwork, Acrylic
a un fil - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2023 by Gerard Jouannet - Impressionism, impressionism-603, marionettiste, fils

Gerard Jouannet

"a un fil"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$4,073.17
Painting titled "Cupid is calling" by Gardani, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Cupid is calling - Painting, 39x49 in ©2022 by Gardani - Pop Art, pop-art-615, Celebrity Portraits, the beatles, audrey hepburn, marilyn monroe, cupid, love, abbey road, original art, all we need is love, mix media, wall art, pop artist

Gardani

"Cupid is calling"

Oil on Canvas | 39x49 in

$7,570
Painting titled "Ascending" by Abol Bahadori, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Ascending - Painting, 20x60 in ©2022 by Abol Bahadori - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract

Abol Bahadori

"Ascending"

Acrylic on Canvas | 20x60 in

$2,400
Painting titled "Interior rojo" by Cesar Ayllón, Original Artwork, Watercolor
Interior rojo - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2023 by Cesar Ayllón -

Cesar Ayllón

"Interior rojo"

Watercolor on Cardboard | 39.4x31.5 in

$3,553
Painting titled "Enchanting Desires" by Yasemen Asad, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Enchanting Desires - Painting, 48x30 in ©2024 by Yasemen Asad - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Female nudes, nude art, nude artwork, nude portrait, nude female painting, nudes, naked portraits, naked woman portrait

Yasemen Asad

"Enchanting Desires"

Acrylic on Canvas | 48x30 in

$2,169
Painting titled "A summer day in Men…" by Plamen Bibeschkov, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
A summer day in Menton - Painting, 39.4x47.2 in ©2024 by Plamen Bibeschkov - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Abstract, Malereoi, Non-figurativ

Plamen Bibeschkov

"A summer day in Menton"

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x47.2 in

$4,329.4
Painting titled "Adam 02’s death nex…" by Thekairos, Original Artwork, Oil
Adam 02’s death next to ahin - Painting, 44.1x57.3 in ©2023 by Thekairos - Figurative, figurative-594, Animal

Thekairos

"Adam 02’s death next to ahin"

Oil on Canvas | 44.1x57.3 in

$41,500
Painting titled "Tree with animals" by Vinko Hlebs, Original Artwork, Oil
Tree with animals - Painting, 46.1x36.6 in ©2019 by Vinko Hlebs - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, Nature, Nature, tree, animals, grasshoper, owl, mantis, spider, bird, bat, butterfly

Vinko Hlebs

"Tree with animals"

Oil on Canvas | 46.1x36.6 in

$7,385.39
Painting titled "The Presence 6" by Nicholaas Chiao, Original Artwork, Oil
The Presence 6 - Painting, 40x30 in ©2024 by Nicholaas Chiao - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, Everyday Life, art, contemporary art, museum painting, crowd painting, fine art painting, photo based art, photorealism

Nicholaas Chiao

"The Presence 6"

Oil on Canvas | 40x30 in

$24,474
Prints available
Painting titled "Light from the past…" by Peter Duhaj, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Light from the past 2. - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2024 by Peter Duhaj - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, Still life, lamp, lantern, old lamp, old lantern, past, time, antique, antique lamp, light, nostalgic, still life, still life with lamp, old time, nostalgy, historical, peter duhaj, vamosiart, wood, symbolic, symbol

Peter Duhaj

"Light from the past 2."

Oil on Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in

$2,575.68
Painting titled "AVRIL" by Jean-Humbert Savoldelli, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
AVRIL - Painting, 39.4x39.4 in ©2024 by Jean-Humbert Savoldelli - Abstract, abstract-570, Nature, SAVOLDELLI, AVRIL

Jean-Humbert Savoldelli

"AVRIL"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in

$4,246.69
Painting titled "HAPPY OBEDIENT SOCI…" by Dags, Original Artwork, Oil
HAPPY OBEDIENT SOCIETY - Painting, 43.3x59.1 in ©2024 by Dags - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, War

Dags

"HAPPY OBEDIENT SOCIETY"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 43.3x59.1 in

$4,075.38
Prints available
Painting titled "Money for Space" by Daria Kolosova, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Money for Space - Painting, 37x44.9 in ©2023 by Daria Kolosova - Figurative, figurative-594, Pop Culture, Duck, scrooge, mcduck, dagobert, elon, musk, spacex, launch, poor, money, beggar, millionaire, finacial, cash, dollars, gold, metal

Daria Kolosova

"Money for Space"

Oil on Metal | 37x44.9 in

On Request
Painting titled "Recycled Lenin #11" by Oleksandr Balbyshev, Original Artwork, Oil
Recycled Lenin #11 - Painting, 70.9x53.2 in ©2024 by Oleksandr Balbyshev - Abstract, abstract-570, Celebrity Portraits, sotsart, metamodernism, Soviet Union, lenin, dictator, ussr, history, kitsch, old portrait, communism, war, spots, colorful

Oleksandr Balbyshev

"Recycled Lenin #11"

Oil on Canvas | 70.9x53.2 in

$6,000
Painting titled "composition N2/ eve…" by Armen Ghazayran (Nem), Original Artwork, Acrylic
composition N2/ evening - Painting, 36x28 in ©2024 by Armen Ghazayran (Nem) - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract

Armen Ghazayran (Nem)

"composition N2/ evening"

Acrylic on Canvas | 36x28 in

On Request
Painting titled "Abstract 2416" by Alex Senchenko, Original Artwork, Acrylic Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Abstract 2416 - Painting, 39.4x59.1 in ©2024 by Alex Senchenko - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract, art, abstract, painting, large, canvas, abstract art, abstract painting, painting on canvas, large abstract, large painting, modern painting, original painting

Alex Senchenko

"Abstract 2416"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x59.1 in

$2,465.87
Painting titled "Jeune adulte jaune 1" by Philippe Pasqua, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Jeune adulte jaune 1 - Painting, 39.4x31.5 in ©2010 by Philippe Pasqua - Colorful, adulte

Philippe Pasqua

"Jeune adulte jaune 1"

Acrylic on Paper | 39.4x31.5 in

$5,867.93
Painting titled "Абстрактный портрет…" by Andrei Iakovlev, Original Artwork, Oil
Абстрактный портрет от нейросети - Painting, 15.8x11.8 in ©2024 by Andrei Iakovlev - Abstract, abstract-570, Women Portraits

Andrei Iakovlev

"Абстрактный портрет от нейросети"

Oil on MDF Board | 15.8x11.8 in

$3,086.2
Painting titled "Harmonie des sens 2…" by Abdolreza Sarrafi, Original Artwork, Oil
Harmonie des sens 25F - Painting, 31.9x25.6 in ©2024 by Abdolreza Sarrafi - Hyperrealism, hyperrealism-612, Still life

Abdolreza Sarrafi

"Harmonie des sens 25F"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 31.9x25.6 in

$8,310.5
Prints available
Painting titled "Rose - 726" by Aykaz Arzumanyan, Original Artwork, Oil
Rose - 726 - Painting, 15.8x15.8 in ©2023 by Aykaz Arzumanyan - Abstract, abstract-570, Geometric, Aykaz Arzumanyan, Artcontemporain, decorationurale

Aykaz Arzumanyan

"Rose - 726"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in

$1,552.95
Painting titled "april swing" by Igor Shulman, Original Artwork, Oil
april swing - Painting, 19.7x36.6 in ©2024 by Igor Shulman - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Everyday Life, igor shulman, oil, painting, spring, lady on swing, mood, everyday life, positive, joy

Igor Shulman

"april swing"

Oil on Canvas | 19.7x36.6 in

$2,170.8
Prints available
Painting titled "Bella" by Bogdan Dide, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Bella - Painting, 28.7x23.6 in ©2023 by Bogdan Dide - Figurative, figurative-594, Women Portraits, bella, bogdan dide, oil painting, figurativo, original style, modern, art of sale, multicolor, art lovers, fine artists, collect art

Bogdan Dide

"Bella"

Oil on Linen Canvas | 28.7x23.6 in

$2,353.83
Painting titled "Polvere del deserto" by Gio Mondelli, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Polvere del deserto - Painting, 23.6x23.6 in ©2006 by Gio Mondelli - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Desert, deserto, sabbia, polvere, bolla, surreale, anpolla, vento

Gio Mondelli

"Polvere del deserto"

Acrylic on Canvas | 23.6x23.6 in

$2,107.58
Painting titled "MALEVICH" by Aleksandr Ilichev, Original Artwork, Acrylic
MALEVICH - Painting, 39.4x35.4 in ©2024 by Aleksandr Ilichev - Figurative, figurative-594, Celebrity Portraits

Aleksandr Ilichev

"MALEVICH"

Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x35.4 in

$5,199.05
Painting titled "Still Life with Fig…" by Richard Ferguson, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
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Still Life with Figure - Painting, 48x44 in ©2024 by Richard Ferguson - Figurative, figurative-594, nude, still life, carpet, chair, bookcase, wall, fabric, wood floor

Richard Ferguson

"Still Life with Figure"

Oil on Canvas | 48x44 in

$12,286
Painting titled "Hannah No. 5" by Randall Steinke, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Hannah No. 5 - Painting, 40x30 in ©2024 by Randall Steinke - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Women Portraits

Randall Steinke

"Hannah No. 5"

Oil on Canvas | 40x30 in

$2,409
Painting titled "Untitled 016" by Oto Macek, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Untitled 016 - Painting, 41.3x41.3 in ©2019 by Oto Macek - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, oilacryl, geometricabstraction, art, contemporaryart, contemporaryartists, contemporary painting, minimalism

Oto Macek

"Untitled 016"

Acrylic on Canvas | 41.3x41.3 in

$5,235.66
Painting titled "Contemporary painti…" by Nataliya Bagatskaya, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Contemporary painting with Mona Lisa "Two Black Cats on the - Painting, 35.4x25.6 in ©2024 by Nataliya Bagatskaya - Figurative, figurative-594, Women Portraits, black cats, Beautiful place, Contemporary realism, Inspirational artwork, Joy of life, Lifestyle art, Modern clothes, Mona Lisa face, Pleasant moments, Positive vibes, Reflections of life, Realistic figurative

Nataliya Bagatskaya

"Contemporary painting with Mona Lisa "Two Black Cats on the"

Acrylic on Canvas | 35.4x25.6 in

$2,518
Painting titled "Lady with Cross" by Arnold Böcklin, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Lady with Cross - Painting, 33.5x16.1 in ©1910 by Arnold Böcklin - Symbolism, symbolism-1020, Religion

Arnold Böcklin

"Lady with Cross"

Oil on Canvas | 33.5x16.1 in

$11,560.6
Painting titled "Third Moon of Sembl…" by Matthias Lupri, Original Artwork, Oil Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Third Moon of Semblance - Painting, 108x60 in ©2024 by Matthias Lupri - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract, primitivism, stone, old, myth, moon, tonal, white, gray, grey, black and white, texture

Matthias Lupri

"Third Moon of Semblance"

Oil on Canvas | 108x60 in

$19,972
Prints available
Painting titled "Einstein's Cubes" by Victor Molev, Original Artwork, Oil
Einstein's Cubes - Painting, 24x17.7 in ©2024 by Victor Molev - Figurative, figurative-594, Celebrity Portraits, Дамаст, кубики, вечность, скрытое изображение, парейдолия, Einstein

Victor Molev

"Einstein's Cubes"

Oil on Canvas | 24x17.7 in

$2,248.77
Painting titled "Let's Go Dancing" by Robin Kerr, Original Artwork, Acrylic
Let's Go Dancing - Painting, 40x30 in ©2024 by Robin Kerr - Figurative, figurative-594, Abstract

Robin Kerr

"Let's Go Dancing"

Acrylic on Canvas | 40x30 in

$2,000

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