Contemporary Paintings & Artworks

Explore Our Contemporary Art Collection

Nature-Inspired Art

Nature paintings in contemporary style don't just copy what's visible. Artists interpret landscapes through emotion, memory, or environmental urgency. Think abstract forests, fragmentary mountain ranges, or zoomed in views of botanicals rendered in unexpected materials as contemporary art paintings.

Geometric Patterns

Hard-edge geometry, tessellations, color-field explorations—geometric contemporary paintings appeal to collectors who appreciate order, symmetry, and visual clarity. They work as a great modern artwork for home.

Abstract Contemporary Art

Abstract work dominates contemporary painting. It's freed from narrative, allowing pure exploration of form, texture, and color relationships. For collectors, abstract contemporary art offers openness—each viewing reveals something different. Surrealism art while not abstract, pushes the barriers of exploration further.

Minimalist Contemporary Art

Less is often more. Minimalist paintings use restrained palettes and pared-down forms to create contemplative spaces. Perfect for interiors where calm matters more than spectacle.

Figurative Contemporary Art

Not all contemporary artists abandoned the human figure. Figurative paintings, whether realistic or stylized, explore identity, the body, relationships, and what it means to be human now.

Mixed Media Experimental Art

Contemporary artists layer materials—paint, fabric, paper, found objects—to create textured, dimensional mixed media art that push beyond canvas and frame.

Famous Artists of Contemporary Paintings

Subodh Gupta

Uses everyday stainless steel utensils to create monumental installations and paintings that explore globalization, labor, and domestic life in contemporary India.

Bharti Kher

British-born, India-based, known for bindi-adorned sculptures and paintings that merge personal identity with cultural symbols.

Atul Dodiya

Blends hyperrealism with Indian mythology and Western art history, often painting on shutters and unexpected surfaces.

Arpita Singh

Her vibrant, layered compositions depict women, urban life, and contemporary social issues through a folk-inflected lens.

Seema Kohli

Works with femininity, spirituality, and mythology through intricate paintings and sculptures.

Nalini Malani

Pioneer of Indian video art, also creates shadow plays and animated projections addressing women, displacement, and postcolonial trauma.

Raqib Shaw

Produces highly detailed, fantastical paintings merging Eastern and Western traditions.

Manu Parekh

Known for semi-abstract landscapes and religious themes reflecting Indian spirituality.

Sheela Gowda

Uses materials like human hair, cow dung, and incense in large installations responding to Bangalore's urban chaos.

Zarina

Creates minimal monochrome prints and sculptures evoking exile, displacement, and the search for home.

Our collection on ArtFlute features some of these seasoned artists' works available as serigraphs and original contemporary art for sale of future stars like Laxman Aelay, Ramesh Gorjala, Amit Bhar and Arpitha Reddy.

How to Choose the Right Contemporary Artwork

Consider Your Space

Room size, wall color, natural light—these factors shape how contemporary canvas art reads in your environment. Large abstracts anchor spacious rooms; smaller pieces suit intimate nooks. Through our curated contemporary art online, you can discover pieces that harmonise with your interiors and we’ll even help you visualise them in your space.

Pick by Theme or Mood

Want energy? Choose bold colors and dynamic forms. Need calm? Go for muted tones and minimalist art.

Choose the Right Color Palette

Our contemporary art for sale pretty much spans every hue. Match your existing décor or select a piece that injects contrast and focal interest.

Consider Artwork Size and Medium

Oil on canvas offers depth; acrylic dries fast and stays vibrant; mixed media adds texture. Size matters—scale artwork to your wall without overwhelming or underwhelming the space.

Budget

Emerging contemporary artists offer accessible entry points (₹30,000–150,000). Mid-career names range ₹150,000–800,000. Blue-chip contemporary art exceeds ₹1,000,000. Invest in what you love, but understand that quality contemporary art can appreciate over time.

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Certificate of Authenticity

All contemporary paintings for sale include documentation: artist signature, provenance, materials. These ensure trust and resale confidence.

Premium Quality

We curate only museum-grade materials and techniques. No mass-market reproductions.

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Custom crating, insurance, tracking—your modern contemporary wall art arrives intact, anywhere.