Tag Archives: contemporary art

abstract art in south africa: maja marx

Maja Marx (b.1977) is a contemporary proponent of abstract art in South Africa. The WHATIFTHEWORLD Gallery in Cape Town recently introduced me to her work. The solo exhibition called Glare – mostly oils on linen – is a collection of … Continue reading →

matt connors: in search of casual minimalism

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American contemporary artist Matt Connors has an uncanny ability to reference the great artists of the last century while still creating unbelievably vibrant and unique works. Working in New York City, Connors is gaining recognition as one of Art + … Continue reading →

new york contemporary artist margaret evangeline

I recently had the pleasure of hanging out with New York contemporary artist Margaret Evangeline in her Brooklyn studio to see some of her latest work. I’ve been a fan of Evangeline’s work for years, so it was a great treat … Continue reading →

american contemporary artists: donald moffett

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I am always drawn to American contemporary artists who push the envelope with their creativity and I am glad to have stumbled upon the work of Texas born Donald Moffett (b.1955). While some of his earlier paintings are charged with … Continue reading →

abstract art + the works of susannah phillips

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Boston-born Susannah Phillips might just be my new “go to” for contemporary abstract art. Trained in London and from a family with artistic sensibilities, Phillips’ moody landscapes and still lifes serve as a great entry into contemporary art for my … Continue reading →

contemporary american painter robert ryman

Robert Ryman (b.1930) is one of the great contemporary American painters best known for his monochromatic minimalist paintings. His work serves as a great introduction to modern art for those collectors just putting their toe into the water. Ryman’s works … Continue reading →

fine contemporary art from dorotheum, vienna

If you’re involved in the fine contemporary art + design market in New York as I am, May is one of the craziest months of the entire year. Besides the numerous events related to New York design week, the ICFF … Continue reading →