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DANA ELLYN | contemporary narrative painter from Washington, DC

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Harvesting Ideas is a vibrant portrait of a woman sitting in a contorted pose. She holds a batch of grapes in one hand and a painters palette in the other. Meant to convey her working in a small art studio.

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Two men sitting with their backs to each other but slightly turned toward each other. Sprigs of lavender coming through floor

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Cubist-inspired abstract figures in motion, rendered in layered earthy tones with geometric linework and emotional depth.

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Contemplative abstract figure in cool tones beside a vibrant floral vase, painted in expressive modern cubist style.

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Radiant abstract woman in warm reds and golds with spiritual overtones, painted in fluid lines and layered colors.

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Abstracted man and swans in cubist style with red orange yellow palette

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Lively abstract scene with piano, florals, and vibrant figures in warm yellows—inviting story-rich contemporary painting.

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Abstract painting of people sitting around a table with drinks in vibrant primary colors

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Woman in a hat shop painted in cubist lines and rich jewel-toned color blocks.

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Bold orange abstract nude with expressive linework, seated amid floral shapes and painterly textures in a vibrant interior.

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Bold orange abstract nude with expressive linework, seated amid floral shapes and painterly textures in a vibrant interior.

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Portrait of the artist Matt Sesow sitting in his studio with his shirt off

Bold orange abstract nude with expressive linework, seated amid floral shapes and painterly textures in a vibrant interior.

A painted book cover featuring Donald Trump pointing upward beneath a dark solar eclipse. The red background and glowing corona create a striking contrast, reinforcing the political and celestial symbolism.

A painted book cover featuring Donald Trump pointing upward beneath a dark solar eclipse. The red background and glowing corona create a striking contrast, reinforcing the political and celestial symbolism.

A painted book cover featuring Donald Trump pointing upward beneath a dark solar eclipse. The red background and glowing corona create a striking contrast, reinforcing the political and celestial symbolism.

Stylized abstract woman in red dress holding a cocktail, framed by plants and warm tones—modern leisure meets cubism.

Bold orange abstract nude with expressive linework, seated amid floral shapes and painterly textures in a vibrant interior.

Vibrant abstract figure with cocktail and florals—dynamic linework and joyful color evoke celebration and sensuality.

Cubist lively image representing two women, octopus and sea diving.

Sensual pink-toned abstract nude on gold backdrop, with bold contours and layered brushwork evoking strength and softness.

Sensual pink-toned abstract nude on gold backdrop, with bold contours and layered brushwork evoking strength and softness.

Mother and child rendered in golden abstraction—emotive and tender with layered brushstrokes and expressive energy.

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Dana Ellyn is a full-time painter based in Washington, DC.

She typically creates several new paintings each week, posting them here upon completion.