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Dark oil paintings by Steve Higgins that convey the complexities of modern life

When Californian artist Steven Thomas Higgins gets to work at his Rialto studio, he tries to create art that can speak for itself. Taking inspiration from politics, science, death, emotion, psychology, consciousnesses, metaphysics, art, music and landscapes – there is no end to the things that he strives to paint.

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Expressive oil painting featuring distorted faces and hands rendered in dark tones with touches of pink, yellow and blue pigment

Speaking of his work, Steven said: "I make images for reasons that fluctuate. My thoughts, feelings and inner need to communicate are essential to my process as an artist. I am interested in making my work personal, like a diary."

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Abstract painting split between vibrant yellow and orange spattered section on the left and darker organic forms on the right by Steve Higgins
Expressionistic portrait with gold and black brushstrokes overlaying a face against a vibrant pink and turquoise background
Abstract oil painting with interlocking geometric shapes in vibrant colours including red, blue, yellow, green and orange, creating a fragmented composition
Abstract mixed-media painting featuring geometric patterns in red and orange behind white textured forms with yellow and black accents
Abstract composition by Steve Higgins featuring interlocking geometric and organic shapes in red, black, yellow and earth tones with gradient transitions.
Expressionist oil painting with distorted human faces in shades of red, orange, yellow and black, conveying anguish and psychological intensity
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