Contemporary Paintings
Contemporary paintings offer a way to experience artistic ideas through color, composition, and visual relationships. A painting can invite quiet reflection, challenge familiar perspectives, or reveal something new with each viewing. I am a contemporary artist and third-generation sculptor based in West Bloomfield, Michigan. My painting practice is part of a broader artistic journey shaped by formal training, personal exploration, and the philosophy of Archaic Conceptualism. I create original contemporary paintings that explore the relationship between visible forms and the emotions, memories, and ideas behind them.
A Distinct Approach to Visual Expression
Discover My Contemporary Painting Collection
Painting allows me to explore artistic questions through a two-dimensional surface. Unlike sculpture, which occupies physical space, painting brings its elements together within a single visual field. Every composition creates relationships between shapes, colors, and the space around them.
These relationships guide how a viewer encounters the artwork. One area may attract immediate attention, while another reveals its importance through closer observation.
My approach is not centered on following popular styles. I develop each painting through an independent artistic perspective, allowing the work to express its own character. I invite you to explore my paintings as individual works rather than expecting every piece to communicate the same idea.
These principles are not rigid rules. Artists can use, reinterpret, or deliberately challenge them. When viewing my paintings, consider how the entire composition works together before focusing on individual details.
How Visual Elements Work Together
Understanding Composition in Contemporary Painting
Composition refers to the arrangement of elements within a painting. It influences where your attention moves and how different parts of the artwork relate to one another.
Several principles can help you appreciate a contemporary painting:
Balance
The relationship between visual elements, whether symmetrical or intentionally uneven.
Contrast
Differences in color, shape, or visual intensity that create emphasis.
Rhythm
Repeated or changing forms that guide the eye across a composition.
Proportion
The relative size of elements and their relationship within the artwork.
Negative Space
Areas surrounding the main forms that contribute to the overall composition.
Looking Beyond the Subject
Color, Form, and Personal Interpretation
A painting does not need to tell a literal story to communicate meaning. Color can influence the atmosphere of a composition. Forms may suggest familiar objects or remain open to interpretation. The relationship between different elements can create a visual experience that feels personal to each viewer.
This openness is an important part of contemporary art. I am interested in how artwork can connect with experiences that are difficult to describe in words. Rather than prescribing a single meaning, I welcome your own response to the work.
You may notice an emotional quality, recognize an unexpected relationship between forms, or simply appreciate the composition itself. Each response becomes part of your experience with the painting.
Timeless Ideas in a Contemporary Visual Language
Archaic Conceptualism and My Painting Practice
I founded Archaic Conceptualism to explore connections between primordial forms and contemporary thought. This philosophy informs my work across artistic mediums, including painting.
Through it, I investigate how visible forms can suggest emotions, dreams, and ideas that extend beyond their physical appearance. Archaic Conceptualism does not prescribe a fixed painting technique or visual formula. It is an approach to artistic meaning and expression.
My interest lies in transforming familiar visual elements into compositions that encourage deeper reflection.
Building a Collection With Personal Meaning
Choosing Original Contemporary Paintings
Selecting an original painting is both an artistic and personal decision. You may be attracted to a composition immediately, or your appreciation may develop through repeated viewing.
When considering a painting for your collection, think about its visual character, scale, and relationship with the space where it may be displayed. Consider whether you prefer a work that becomes a focal point or one that creates a quieter visual presence.
For established collectors, a painting may introduce a new perspective alongside existing artworks. For first-time buyers, it may mark the beginning of a meaningful connection with contemporary fine art. My artwork is held in private collections across the United States and internationally.
If a painting interests you, contact me to ask about its availability and individual details.
A custom art commission offers an opportunity to create something personal and distinctive. I work directly with collectors, interior designers, and architects to explore artistic concepts suited to their interests and intended spaces. Every commission begins with a conversation about your vision, creative preferences, and project requirements.
Commission Process & Information
Frequently Asked Questions About Contemporary Paintings
What defines a contemporary painting?
Contemporary painting generally refers to painting created by artists working in the present era. It includes many styles and approaches, from representational imagery to abstraction and conceptual exploration.
How should I interpret an abstract or expressive painting?
Begin with what you see. Notice the composition, forms, colors, and relationships between elements. You do not need to identify a single intended meaning to appreciate the work.
How do I choose a painting for my home or collection?
Consider your personal response to the artwork, its dimensions, and the intended display area. A painting should reflect your interests rather than simply match surrounding furnishings.
Can I ask about a specific painting's availability?
Yes. Include the artwork title, an image, or a description in your inquiry. I can provide details about the piece, including its current availability.
Can I view artwork by appointment?
Yes. Private studio visits in West Bloomfield, Michigan, are available by appointment. Please contact me to arrange a visit.
Explore Original Paintings by Vardan
My contemporary paintings offer another perspective on the artistic ideas that shape my work. Through composition, form, and personal interpretation, each painting creates an opportunity to engage with contemporary fine art in your own way. Explore available artwork or contact me about a painting that interests you.
White Torso. Over life size. Cast stone. Private collection, Canada
