Skip to profile content
Discovery
Log In

Original mixed media abstract oil painting by Stevenjohn McHugh titled "Ancestors". Measures 19.5" x 15" x 1.5. Framed size is 20.25" x 15.75 x 2.5". Mixed media with oil stick, marker, oil, graphite, charcoal and cold wax on Arches oil paper glued on wood panel with PH balance glue. Side of wood cradle (solid wood) is varished natural. Signed on front and back. Framed is a vanished gallery frame solid wood. "Wind Swept 2"  features a vibrant and textured abstract landscape painting. The artwork is composed of dynamic brushstrokes and a palette of greens, blues, yellows, and splashes of red and orange, which create an impression of a forest or a cluster of trees. Various forms reminiscent of tree trunks and foliage intersect and overlap, creating a sense of depth and movement. Abstract shapes and lines suggest light filtering through leaves, casting patterns and creating areas of contrast. The overall gestural quality of the work suggests energy and the natural chaos found in a dense, lively woodland. The painting is surrounded by a simple gallery floating light-colored frame that borders the panel. #madelineisland #stevemchughart.com #bayfieldwi #apostleislands #wisconsinartist #mixedmedia #modernart #contemporaryart #painting #contemporarypainter #paintstudio #artgallery #fineart #abstractart #artcollector #originalart #contemporaryartwork #studio #artgallery #artcollector #artadvisor #artcurator #abstraction #abstractart #abstractpainting #artcollector #artistoninstagram #stevenjohnmchugh #Aninhinabewakilands #artistinthewoods #lakegitchegumee #madelineislandartist #madelineislandpainter

Additional Artworks

From Steven McHugh

  1. "Horizon" by Steven McHugh, Image 4.

    "Horizon"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panel

    13.5 x 9.75 x 1.5 in

  2. "Fall Grasses" by Steven McHugh, Image 3.

    "Fall Grasses"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on paper on wood panel

    13.5 x 9.75 x 1.5 in

  3. "Deconstructed #4" by Steven McHugh, Image 3.

    "Deconstructed #4"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on canvas and cardboard mounted on wood panel with canvas, paper and newspaper background

    8 x 8 x 0.5 in

  4. "For You" by Steven McHugh, Image 10.

    "For You"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panel

    10 x 29.25 x 1.5 in

  5. "Lines + Marks" by Steven McHugh, Image 7.

    "Lines + Marks"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panel

    19.5 x 15.5 x 1.5 in

  6. "Still Moving" by Steven McHugh, Image 3.

    "Still Moving"

    Mixed media oil on streched canvas

    48 x 36 x 2.5 in

  7. "The World I Live In" by Steven McHugh, Image 3.

    "The World I Live In"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panel

    36 x 48 x 2.5 in

  8. "Transfiguration" by Steven McHugh, Image 6.

    "Transfiguration"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on paper mounted on wood panel

    11.5 x 15.5 x 1.5 in

View All Artworks

As a mixed media non-representational abstract painter, I navigate my environment and daily interactions through an interplay of intuitive marks and gestures. My process involves layering, constructing, deconstructing, and reconstructing, resulting in a chaotic yet ultimately harmonious fusion of colors and textures. I defy traditional rules and embrace the beauty of clashing colors and evolving compositions.

Inspired by nature and my remote Island surroundings on Lake Superior, I find solace in the ever-changing light and landscapes that challenge me to constantly push the boundaries of my art. Trees and water are consistent elements that flow through my work, guiding me towards new discoveries and interpretations with every stroke.

I draw from a diverse array of mediums such as charcoal, graphite, gunpowder, sand, and more to infuse my artwork with a sense of depth and complexity that invites viewers to unravel its many layers. Each piece is a testament to my desire to bring beauty to the world and create something new and unique that resonates with others.

In my paintings, chaos gives way to order and clarity, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a journey of discovery and interpretation. By merging photography with traditional painting techniques on paper, canvas, and wood panels, I strive to create a truly unique and captivating visual experience. My art is a reflection of the constant evolution of my surroundings, my emotions, and my creative process, inviting others to join me in exploring the endless possibilities of abstract expression.

Powered by Artwork Archive