The female abstractionists tend to fly under the radar, to put it nicely. They have never been given the same level of respect and credit their male counterparts (i.e. de Kooning, Pollock, Matisse) receive. Luckily, they are getting more and more recognition as the years pass. I was lucky enough to stumble upon the book Ninth Street Women by Mary Gabriel several years ago and it has stuck with me. These women were instrumental in opening some of the first galleries dedicated

Hello! It has been a while. I have been doing a lot of catch-up work with commissions as well as focusing on creating original work. I have been lucky to have a boost in creativity lately. The result of which is some new art prints (whose designs are available on other home goods as well.) Here are a few of my favorites: First Bloom Metropolis Sunbeam Forward [2] I hope you love them! Let me know on instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest #workoncanvas #contemporaryartist #abst

Lately, I’ve been spending time finishing/editing paintings that have been “marinating” for weeks or sometimes months. My creativity comes in waves and I’ve found this is the best way to complete some work even though I’ve been feeling a little stuck. When I was an art teacher, I always told the students to keep the work that they "messed up." These mistakes are really pieces that are just not quite finished; bringing a fresh eye to an old piece can lead to some amazing thing

It’s that time of year again, you’re looking for unique gifts for all your favorite people! I’ve got gifts for everyone over on society6. Here are a few of my favorites: Sapphire and gold abstract iphone case: click here to purchase Brushstroke 2 simple black and white throw pillow: click here to purchase Celestial 3 art print click here to purchase Sunrise 2 canvas print click here to purchase Wonder wall clock click here to purchase Armor 7 coasters click here to purchase 4

Brushstroke 2 Throw Pillow Breathe Coffee Mug Early Bird Yoga Mat Armor 7 Side Table Moving Mountains Counter Stool (with gold legs!) What are some of your favorites? Let me know over on instagram @alyssahamiltonart #artprint #modernartprint #contemporaryart #abstract #abstractartprint #interiordesign #homedecor #canvasart #purchaseart #artfinder #modernart #abstractpainting #alyssahamiltonart #livingroom #painter #abstractpainter #hanukkah #chanuka #christmas #kwanzaa #newye