Contemporary still life

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Hannah Moghbel - Contemporary Paintings

Lemons in blue, oil on canvas, 8 x 10 x 5/8 in. I’ve been reading “Oil Painting Essentials” by Gregg Kreutz, and one mantra from this book has lodged in my brain: “Make light the main event.” To me, this is a huge point. When I first started painting, I thought that paintings were like photos. In photos we usually focus on a subject, and we don’t necessarily think much about light and shadow (check out how many still life photos on Pixabay have no shadows!). My paintings were all about the…

Impressionist still life oil painting of a white container and two white mugs against a white background. Painted with palette knives.

When the paintings that form the foundations of André Schulze’s compositions were made, people likely had never heard of a pixel. The German artist's elegantly framed revisions of vintage originals playfully nod to the art historical legacy of still lifes while adding a contemporary, digital-inspired twist.

Delve into the mesmerizing world of oil paintings by pro artist Tony Curanaj. With a masterful use of light and color, his paintings capture the beauty of everyday objects and urban landscapes. Follow along for a glimpse into his creative process and be inspired by his skillful use of oil as his medium of choice.

Contemporary Still Life on Instagram: “I smiled while I was setting up the still life for a reference photo, smiled all while painting this piece, and it still makes me smile 😁.…”