Masterful MindsArtists to Watch in 2025
by Howard Harris
Masterful Minds
Preface by the Curator
Art is a dynamic dialogue—one that evolves across cultures, mediums, and generations. Masterful Minds: Artists to Watch in 2025, curated by Circle Foundation and co-published by CFA Press and World Wide Art, is a testament to this ongoing conversation. This collection brings together an exceptional array of fine artists, each offering a distinct yet complementary perspective on the possibilities of artistic expression. From traditional techniques to cuttingedge digital innovations, the works presented here reflect the mastery and vision that define today’s creative landscape.
Within these pages, diversity flourishes—not only in style and medium but in thought and execution. Each piece is a statement, a reflection, or a challenge, inviting the viewer to engage with the profound, the unexpected, and the beautifully executed. Whether through bold abstraction, meticulous realism, or experimental forms, these artists expand the boundaries of contemporary art with intelligence and skill. Their work stands as a testament to the power of creativity, offering a compelling glimpse into the future of artistic mastery.
Cover Artist
Howard Harris
Oculus Maximus is a mesmerizing portrait of Howard Harris ’s own iris, presenting a cosmic interplay of color and light. Arcing lines and branching forms converge in a radiant, circular design that evokes both biological intricacy and universal energy. The swirl of vibrant hues offers a compelling glimpse into the artist’s unique perspective, transforming a familiar subject into a visionary digital tapestry.
Rooted in a background that bridges design and fine art, Harris seamlessly merges advanced photographic processes with dimensional layering. His approach challenges conventional boundaries, inviting viewers to explore shifting perspectives within each piece. Over the course of his career, he has honed a technique that captures movement, depth, and emotional resonance, embodying a passion for innovation that continues to define his artistic legacy.
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Oculus Maximus
Cover Artist
Chrissy Fine Art
Shine Bright Acrylic on canvas 15 x 30 in,
Shine Bright by Chrissy Barber radiates a tranquil energy through soft pink and peach hues. Delicate cherry blossoms frame the foreground, guiding the eye toward snowy mountains in the distance and a glowing horizon.
The gentle interplay of light across the sky suggests the promise of a new day, while the warm color palette envelops the scene in a sense of serenity. Each carefully placed detail—from the reflective water to the wisps of color in the clouds—contributes to an atmosphere that invites peaceful introspection.
A dedicated painter with a passion for capturing nature’s beauty, Chrissy Fine Art infuses her work with a luminous quality that resonates across her collection. Her compositions often celebrate the harmony between light and landscape, evoking both warmth and wonder. Through a combination of skilled brushwork and thoughtful color choices, she transforms simple vistas into heartfelt expressions of hope and renewal—an approach that continues to define her artistic journey.
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Howard Harris
Chrissy Fine Art
Carlos Abraham
Amartya
George Anastasiadis
James “Jim” Anderson
Annita Apostolidou Platis
Susan Bagrationoff
Fortuna Per Bangel
Yasmina Barbet
Artist Bathmawathy
Mary Breach
Varda Breger
Edwin Caquías
Vivian Cavalieri
Darren Cech
Jimmy S Clark Jr
Betty Collier
Betty Cox
Pompeyo Curbelo Martin
Hélène de Tyndare
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Index of Artists
Jean Doulliez
Dr S
Alexandra Dyalee
Margaret Emerson
Anne M. Erickson
Bahar Erten
Elvenia Ruusu
Arlet Gomez
Elisabeth Greve
Jennifer Hannigan-Green
Robert Haworth
Miriam Heilgendorff
Gro Heining
Kate Huang
Jbennisart
Mae Jeon
Dr Natalia Jezova
Patrick Joosten
Julien
Alex Kagan
Katya Kan
Audrey K Dowling
Aomi Kikuchi
Sylvia Kölbl
Henk Korbee
Fine Art by AnnaK
Gerhard Kroyer
Lechasseur
Alain Longeaud
Rita Maia e Silva
Fu ManDong
Mauro Martin
Gert Meindertsma
Glenna Mills
Mk
Erica.M
Robert Morales
Billy Moro Wey Avishek Nag
Mónika Katalin Pál
Kristen Palana
Maja Pavlovska - Maja Angel
Mikaya Petros
Ulla Plougmand
Mark Pol RAMI
Roots Art
Natalia Rose
Debashis Rout
Gail Sarasohn
Marliese Scheller
Anja Semling
Rajul Shah
Sonja Svensson
Georg Taupe
Urve Tonnus
Nicole Traver
Alida Velea
Sinclair Webster
Malina Wieczorek
Steven B Wills
Patricia Ann Wilson
Anna Woźniak
Yu Hsuan Yeh
By the Editors Beyond the Canvas: Discovering Calm and Meaning in Fine Art
In Ways of Seeing , writer and critic John Berger invites us to rethink how we engage with paintings, sculptures, and photographs. Rather than seeing them as purely decorative, he suggests approaching them as reflections of human experience. When we stand before an artwork—perhaps a tranquil landscape—we don’t simply observe its shapes and colors; we begin a conversation with the artist’s vision that can illuminate our own thoughts and emotions.
One of the most significant gifts that fine art offers is an oasis of calm in our modern, technology-driven world. Engaging deeply with a painting or sculpture allows us to slow down, breathe, and focus on the subtleties of line and color. This act of mindful looking eases stress and fosters a sense of inner stillness, reminding us that beauty can be a powerful antidote to daily pressures.
Beyond providing solace, art enriches our sense of purpose and selfdiscovery. Within each piece lie universal themes—love, wonder, loss—that we can relate to our own lives. Recognizing these shared narratives can reassure us that we are part of a much larger tapestry of human experiences, lending deeper significance to our individual journeys.
Yet perhaps the most intriguing aspect of art is that no two viewers see the same work in precisely the same way. Personal histories, cultural backgrounds, and emotional states all shape how we interpret a scene, giving art its ability to inspire diverse reactions. In this sense, each viewing becomes a unique collaboration between artist and audience, producing an outcome that’s never entirely fixed.
This variety of perspectives stands at the heart of Berger’s approach to “seeing. ” Instead of imposing a single meaning on a painting or sculpture, he encourages us to let our imaginations wander. By embracing our own interpretations, we discover that art is not a static object, but a dynamic wellspring of inspiration—one that can touch each of us in a deeply personal way.
Canada Julien
L’Histoire
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de la Mariée Acrylic on canvas 24 x 36 in.
Canada
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Le Courage de la Raison Acrylic on canvas 36 x 36 in.
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Le Soleil de mon Amour Acrylic on canvas 30 x 40 in.
Promesse Éternelle
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Une
Acrylic on canvas 36 x 36 in.
Carlos Abraham
Orar Photography 11 x 14 in.
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Mexico
Amartya
Greece
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Enchanted Wood Acrylic 80 x 80 cm
Yasmina Barbet
Platonic Love Inspired by Pygmalion and Galatea (Mythology)
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Yasmina Barbet
Too Much Light of Icarus (Mythology)
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Yasmina Barbet
Too Much Light of Icarus (mythology)
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George Anastasiadis
Greece
Holy Distance Polychromos Faber-Castell color pencils on paper 50 x 35 cm
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James “Jim” Anderson
United States
Keeping a Low Profile Gouache 9 x 15 in.
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Annita Apostolidou Platis
GREECE
JUNO (HPA) Mixed media digital collage 40 x 40 x 2.5 cm
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Susan Bagrationoff
United States
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Just Venting Modeling paste and acrylic paint with metallic mediums on canvas 30 x 24 x 1 in.
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Portugal Bangel
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Feelings Acrylic on canvas 30 x 25 cm
Artist Bathmawathy
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India
Spotted Beauty Oil paint and gold leaf on canvas 12 x 12 in.
Ireland Mary Breach
of My Soul 1 Mixed media 12 x 16 cm
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Songs
Ireland Mary Breach
of My Soul 2 Mixed media 16 x 20 cm
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Songs
Ireland Mary Breach
of My Soul 4 Mixed media 10 x 12 cm
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Songs
Ireland Mary Breach
Who Am I No. 2 Charcoal 23 x 30 in.
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Israel Varda Breger
Abduction of the Planet Mixed media on paper 100 x 70 cm
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Edwin Caquías
Puerto Rico
Entre la mémoire et l’espace I Acrylic
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over canvas 30 x 24 cm
Edwin Caquías
Puerto Rico
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Detrás del Velo Acrylic on canvas 11 x 14 in.
Vivian Cavalieri
United States
On the Rocks Mixed media 9 x 12 x 4 in.
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Darren Cech
United States
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Autumn Fireworks 36 x 28 cm
Jimmy S Clark Jr
United States
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Chromatic Symphony Acrylic on canvas 30 x 30 cm
Collier
Australia
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Mosaic Butterfly Watercolor on watercolor paper 21 x 29 cm
Cox
United States
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Mother Earth Bead embroidery/mixed media 28 x 12 x 3 in.
Pompeyo Curbelo Martin
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La Fortaleza Oil on canvas 46 x 55 cm
Hélène de Tyndare
the Start, 2019
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Jean Doulliez
Belgium
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Horizon 30 Oil on paper mounted on canvas 80 x 100 cm
United States
Reimagined Acrylic
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Villa
on canvas 24 x 36 in.
Alexandra Dyalee
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Numeri Nexum (The Love Formula) Acrylic on canvas 50 x 50 cm
Margaret Emerson
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States
Swimming Lesson Acrylic on paper 9 x 12 in.
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Anne M. Erickson
United States
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The Wish Oil on canvas 16 x 20 in.
Bahar Erten
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Elvenia Ruusu
Sensitive Emotion of Dance of Flowers
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Arlet Gomez
United States
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L is for More Than Lilies Oil on wood panel 20 x 20 in.
Elisabeth Greve
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Jennifer Hannigan-Green
United States
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Venus Reawakening Acrylic on canvas 24 x 30 in.
Howard Harris
United States
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Dance of Light
Robert Haworth
United Kingdom
It’s All There in Me
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Miriam Heilgendorff
Naturgesetze
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Rebirth II Acrylic on canvas 30 x 80 cm
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Co-Creation Acrylic on canvas 40 x 50 cm
Kate Huang
Taiwan
Genesis in My Eyes 02 Acrylic 90 x 90 cm
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Netherlands Jbennisart
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Graz Oil on canvas 100 x 80 x 4 cm
United States Mae Jeon
Last Hour Digital art on metal 20 x 24 in.
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Dr Natalia Jezova
United Kingdom
Fig. 27, May You Live in Interesting Times series Mixed media on canvas 115 x 145 cm
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Patrick Joosten
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Rainbow Acrylic on canvas 140 x 90 cm
France
Patrick Joosten
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Portal of Worlds Acrylic on canvas 140 x 90 cm
France
United States Alex Kagan
Hanging Landscape Digital 14 x 9 in.
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States Alex Kagan
United
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Blue Dream Digital 14 x 11 in.
United
I Am Watercolor on paper 29 x 42 cm
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United
Spacetime Watercolor on paper 42 x 29 cm
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States Audrey K Dowling
United
Masterful Minds Eclipse Interpretation Watercolor 25 x 25 cm
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Peace Wool fiber, bamboo basket 30 x 16 cm
Japan
Aomi Kikuchi
Sylvia Kölbl
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Kopfkissen (Pillow) Pastel 40 x 30 cm
Austria
Austria Sylvia Kölbl
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Nebelparda (Misty Leopard) Acrylic on canvas 40 x 40 cm
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Roter Panda (Red Panda) Acrylic on canvas 30 x 40 cm
Austria Sylvia Kölbl
Austria Sylvia Kölbl
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Springböcke (Springboks) Acrylic on canvas 40 x 50 cm
Henk Korbee
Reading Oil on canvas board 70 x 50 cm Netherlands
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Fine Art by AnnaK
Australia
Caught in the Act Watercolour pencil on watercolour paper 29.7 x 42 cm
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Fine Art by AnnaK
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Serenity Acrylic on canvas 71.12 x 55.88 cm
Australia
Austria Gerhard Kroyer
Tremendous Digital painting 30 x 30 cm
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Canada Lechasseur
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Dreaming Oil on canvas 20 x 24 in.
France Alain Longeaud
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Quantic Leap Photography 120 x 98 cm
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Illusion Mixed media (acrylic and jute on canvas) 100 x 120 x 4.5 cm
Portugal
Rita Maia e Silva
Getting Along Mixed media (acrylic and denim on canvas) 80 x 130 x 4.5 cm
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Portugal
Rita Maia e Silva
Crossing the Limits Acrylic and oil pastel on canvas 100 x 100 x 4.5 cm
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Portugal
Rita Maia e Silva
China Fu ManDong
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Oracle Bone Script Life Goes On Oil on canvas 58.5 x 90 cm
Fu ManDong
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Oracle Bone Script Blossoming Tree Oil on canvas 60.5 x 71 cm
China
La Resilienza Photorealism 60 x 40 cm
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Italy
Mauro Martin
Francisco Acrylic
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San
on canvas 120 x 50 cm
Glenna Mills
United States
Bygone
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Mk (Mireille Alonso)
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Solar Deluge
Mk (Mireille Alonso)
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Angel of the Seasons
The Monochrome Dimension Watercolor and marker on paper 42 x 59 cm
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Robert Morales
United States
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SHE Acrylic mixed media on canvas 24 x 24 in.
Robert Morales
United States
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The Masked Girl Acrylic mixed media on canvas 24 x 24 in.
Robert Morales
United States
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Moonlight Acrylic mixed media on canvas 24 x 24 in.
United States
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Billy Moro Wey
United States
Introspection Soft pastel on paper 36 x 28 cm
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Billy Moro Wey
United States
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The Street Walker Oil on canvas 122 x 91 cm
Billy Moro Wey
India Avishek Nag
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Spooky House Color pencil A3
India Avishek Nag
of Sun Temple Charcoal, pencil A4
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Chakra
Hungary Mónika Katalin Pál
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Dance of the Flow Oil on canvas 55 x 70 cm
Hungary Mónika Katalin Pál
Between Heaven and Earth Oil on canvas with gold leaves 60 x 50 cm
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Kristen Palana
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Spiral: Woven Together in Unity
Italy
Maja Pavlovska - Maja Angel
Netherlands / Macedonia
Salvation 2, 2024 Digital painting on plexiglass 100 x 70 cm
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Maja Pavlovska - Maja Angel
Netherlands / Macedonia
Eternal Divinity, 2025 Digital painting on plexiglass 100 x 70 cm
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Maja Pavlovska - Maja Angel
Netherlands / Macedonia
Tears to Heaven, 2024 Digital painting on plexiglass 100 x 70 cm
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Maja Pavlovska - Maja Angel
Netherlands / Macedonia
Golden Age Portal, 2024 Digital painting on plexiglass 100 x 70 cm
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Mikaya Petros
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Water Cymatics, 2025 Oil on canvas 50 x 80 cm
Italy
United Kingdom Ulla Plougmand
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Winter Sunrise Goddess
Pol
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Emerging Woman Acrylic on canvas 100 x 100 cm
Untitled (Deep Red Landscape), 2024 Acrylic on canvas
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Italy
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Slices of a Root Root, wood 80 x 40 cm
Switzerland Roots Art
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Wood Man Framed Mirror, root, wood 85 x 65 cm
Denmark Natalia Rose
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Gold the Mysterious Medal, 2022 Acrylic on linen 130 x 90 cm
Debashis Rout
Saudi Arabia
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Beauty with Silence Oil on canvas 60 x 70 x 3.5 cm
Debashis Rout
Saudi Arabia
Expression Can Speak Acrylic 145 x 100 cm
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Gail Sarasohn
United States
Words and Design Mixed media 20 x 20 in.
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Gail Sarasohn
United States
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As Through a Window Acrylic paint 24 x 24 in.
Gail Sarasohn
United States
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Talking Adventure Acrylic paint 24 x 24 in.
Marliese Scheller
Canada
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Le Grand Duc Ink drawing 50 x 70 cm
Anja Semling
Germany
Minds Everyone is Unique
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Singapore / United States
The Kindness I See Acrylic on linen 53 x 72.7 cm
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Singapore / United States
I Sense
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the Light Acrylic on linen 53 x 72.7 cm
Sweden Sonja Svensson
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Georg Taupe
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The Aura Glass on pressboard 20 x 30 cm
Spain
Estonia Urve Tonnus
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Tiger Acrylic on canvas Diameter 50 cm
United States Nicole Traver
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Mountain Madness Acrylic 20 x 30 in
Alida Velea
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Catharsis 1 (Andreea) Oil on canvas 50 x 70 cm
Romania
United Kingdom Sinclair Webster
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Duet Oil paint on canvas 62 x 90 x 2 cm
United Kingdom Sinclair Webster
Same Old, Same Old Oil paint on canvas 76 x 102 x 2 cm
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Malina Wieczorek
Poland
Act, The Fruit of Femininity, 2024 Acrylic and mixed media on canvas 170 x 100 cm
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Malina Wieczorek
Poland
Act, Woman and Saturn, 2024 Acrylic and mixed media on canvas 100 x 100 cm
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Steven B Wills
United States
Masterful Minds Untitled Photo art 8 x 10
Steven B Wills
United States
Masterful Minds Untitled Photo art 8 x 10
Patricia Ann Wilson
United States
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Chris Cornell Collage mixed medium 16 x 20 in.
Anna Woźniak
Poland
Praying for Peace Acrylic on canvas 39 x 39 cm
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Yu Hsuan Yeh
Taiwan
Series—Vivipation
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Praise of Carbon
No.1, 2020 Rice paper, ink, activated charcoal powder 750 x 1450 mm
Yu Hsuan Yeh
Taiwan
Praise of Carbon Series—Eternal Life No.3, 2020 Rice paper, ink, activated charcoal powder
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Masterful MindsArtists to Watch in 2025
by Chrissy Fine Art