Liz Barber Paintings
American, b. 1971
Liz Barber is a distinguished contemporary artist known for her light-infused paintings inspired by the ocean and water. Soft & sultry vibrant abstracts will sweep you away.
Barber studied painting at the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, and currently is based in Georgia, USA. Commissions and permanent collections include: The Beverly Hills Hotel, The Cosmopolitan Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT, The Ritz Carlton and The Four Seasons Hotels.
Barber’s method is varied, first using ink, gouache and watercolour to lay the foundation of the artwork. These translucent “footprints” are manipulated and circulated around
to form the composition. She uses graphite and oil pastel to create drawn elements. Mark making plays a big role in the language of Barber’s work while also acting as a resting place for the eye.
Translucency, texture, and layers are created in epic proportion in Barber’s paintings and are the result of her varied experimentation process. These organic bursts of energy inspired by nature's movement are the result of adding water and other mediums to the materials. Leaning towards calm, soothing organic application over the vigorous brushstroke, Barber applies more distinct edges with oil paint to pronounce the gems in the underlying layers.
"My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature's movement, fusing the present with memories. Form, line and color fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volumetric configurations. I feel this effect captures nature's essence; forceful texture and gentle luminosity." - Liz Barberto
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Artist: Liz Barber
Bright Blooms 4, abstract painting on canvas, textured with bright colors, pinks
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
“Bright Blooms 4” - Oil, Acrylic, and Ink on Canvas, 36 x 48 inches
“Azalea Light” radiates with a lush vibrancy, where soft magenta blooms and golden hues blend effortlessly with t...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Water Bloom 10
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Dogwood 5
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Ink, Acrylic
"Snapdragons" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Snapdragons" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract asymmetric forms in shades of green, chartreuse, and white. The organic shapes, strokes, and translu...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
"Lilac Wave 1" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Lilac Wave 1" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber that features a fluid composition of blues, teals, and whites, blending organic shapes and delicate textures. The ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
Water Blooms 8, large abstract painting on canvas, layered with monotone colors
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
“Water Blooms 8” — Oil, Acrylic, and Ink on Canvas, 48 x 72 inches
"Water Blooms 8" is a monotone abstract painting with richly layered tones of black, greys and bright whites, inks...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Blue Blooms
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Pansy
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
This painting pairs well with Liz Barber's "Early Tulip."
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall int...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Summer Garden 1
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
River 4
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Harbor 9
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Water Bloom 11
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Buttercup 5
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Sun Bloom 2
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Sun Bloom 3
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Summer Blue
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Sun Bloom
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
"Rose 5" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Rose 5" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber that features a fluid composition in shades of magenta, lavender, and golden yellow. Fluid and organic forms overlap wit...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
Clover 14
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Clover 7
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
"Hibiscus 2" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Hibiscus 2" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract asymmetric forms in shades of yellow, orange, and pink. The organic shapes, strokes, and translucent...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
"Crocus 5" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
“Crocus 5” is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract asymmetric forms in shades of blue, green, brown, and black. The organic shapes and translucent layers ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
"Water Bloom 3" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Water Bloom 3" is a framed mix media work by Liz Barber on canvas depicting water in soft creams and grays. The organic lines and shapes emulate playful, frenetic movement, balanced...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
"Lily 2" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas with Frame
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Lily 2" is a framed mix media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with asymmetrical forms in soft grays with yellow/green, blue and red lines. The organic lines and shapes emulate an ethe...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
Summer Wave 1, abstract painting on canvas, textured with bright colors & blues
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
“Summer Wave 1” - Oil, Acrylic, and Ink on Canvas, 48 x 48 inches
Comes with a champagne color floater frame.
“Summer Wave 1” radiates with a lush vibrancy, where waves of layered s...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
"Spring Petals 1" Abstract Mixed Media with Pink, Green and Blue Movement
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Spring Petals 1" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract, asymmetrical forms in magenta, cerulean, yellow, and teal. The artist's technique of layering paint evokes the organic flow of watercolor pieces as one vibrant color bleeds into another. The intensity of the bright colors is balanced by the quiet white and playful drips for a seamlessly tranquil piece.
This piece is finished in a silver scooped...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Rose Vine, large abstract painting on canvas, textured with bright colors
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
“Rose Vine” - Oil, Acrylic, and Ink on Canvas, 36 x 72 inches
“Rose Vine” radiates with a lush vibrancy, where soft magenta blooms and golden hues blend effortlessly with translucen...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
"Summer Sway 3" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas Framed Painting
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Summer Sway 3" is a framed mixed media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with abstract asymmetric forms in shades of blue, grey, yellow and pink. The organic shapes, strokes, and trans...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
Azalea Light, large abstract painting on canvas, textured with bright colors
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
“Azalea Light” - Oil, Acrylic, and Ink on Canvas, 36 x 72 inches
“Azalea Light” radiates with a lush vibrancy, where soft magenta blooms and golden hues blend effortlessly with tran...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Shadow Blooms 3, large abstract painting on canvas, textured with bright colors
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
"Shadow Blooms 3" is a brightly colored abstract painting with richly layered tones, inks and paint. It is sized at 48x60 inches, and can be in...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
"Lily 1" Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas with Frame
By Liz Barber
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Lily 1" is a framed mix media work on canvas by Liz Barber, with asymmetrical forms in soft grays with yellow, gray, and purple lines. The organic lines and shapes emulate an ethere...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Mixed Media
Garden Dance 5
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volu...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Harbor 8, abstract painting on canvas, layered with bright colors and blue tones
By Liz Barber
Located in Dallas, TX
“Harbor 8” — Oil, Acrylic, and Ink on Canvas, 48 x 60 inches
"Harbor 8" is a brightly colored abstract painting with richly layered blue tones...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Iris 8
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Ocean Garden 3
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic
Early Tulip
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
This painting pairs well with Liz Barber's "Pansy."
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a se...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Garden Dance 7
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volu...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Spring Tulips
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volu...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Garden Light 10
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volu...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Sun Bloom 3
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Magnolia 2
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volumetric configurations.
She pours colors onto the canvas and watches what happens. Intuitively, she then edits.
Barber uses a form of mixed media which allows for more creative freedom and gives the materials a voice.
This painting makes a beautiful pair with the Liz Barber painting, "Magnolia 1."
The most common reoccurring theme in Barber’s work is the ocean or natural elements and forms. The shapes serve as anchors for the mind to stop and reflect upon. They can be ambiguous or recognizable forms based on what the viewer brings to the piece.
Barber leans towards distinctive color palettes at certain times of the year as the seasons change. They are either subtle or intense color interaction...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Azalea Bloom I
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volumetric configurations.
She pours colors onto the canvas and watches what happens. Intuitively, she then edits.
Barber uses a form of mixed media which allows for more creative freedom and gives the materials a voice.
The most common reoccurring theme in Barber’s work is the ocean or natural elements and forms. The shapes serve as anchors for the mind to stop and reflect upon. They can be ambiguous or recognizable forms based on what the viewer brings to the piece.
Barber leans towards distinctive color palettes at certain times of the year as the seasons change. They are either subtle or intense color interaction...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Dogwood 8
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Summer Garden 3
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Graphite
Peony 6
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Autumn 5
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Spring Petal 4
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Violet 3
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
My paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement, blending the here and now with memories. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Spring Daydream 1
By Liz Barber
Located in Napa, CA
Liz Barber pursued painting while obtaining her degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Moore College of Art. She currently resides in Marietta, Georgia. Barber’s paintings ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic, Graphite
Magnolia 1
By Liz Barber
Located in Westport, CT
Liz Barber's organic abstract paintings are layered bursts of energy inspired by nature’s movement. Forms and lines fall into a sea of emotion. Shapes and reflections drift into volumetric configurations.
She pours colors onto the canvas and watches what happens. Intuitively, she then edits.
Barber uses a form of mixed media which allows for more creative freedom and gives the materials a voice.
This painting makes a beautiful pair with the Liz Barber painting, "Magnolia 2...
Category
2010s Abstract Liz Barber Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Liz Barber paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Liz Barber paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of paintings to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, green and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Liz Barber in canvas, fabric, paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Liz Barber paintings, so small editions measuring 24 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Amy Smith, Eleanor Aldrich, and Arica Hilton. Liz Barber paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,400 and tops out at $18,900, while the average work can sell for $6,900.