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DANA ELLYN | contemporary narrative painter from Washington, DC

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Interlocking abstract forms outlined in black with layered washes of red, green, blue, and pale yellow contained within a dark rectangular border

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an abstract ink painting of overlapping figures in black contour and gray washes on mat board by Dana Ellyn

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Abstract painting of two interwoven figures with curving black lines and yellow-blue tones, symbolizing human connection.

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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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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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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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Round and Round, a vibrant abstract acrylic painting with swirling figures in red, blue, pink, and yellow by Dana Ellyn

Midway, oil on canvas by Dana Ellyn, abstract blue and ochre Coney Island composition with silhouetted figures, 30x40

Dense interlocking abstract forms in gray, blue, and ochre crowd the left while tall dark stems rise alone on the right

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

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

Clusters of red flowers arranged within bold black lines and layered abstract fields of color

cubist rendering of the buddhist monks arrival at hte washington national cathedral

cubist rendering of the buddhist monks arrival at hte washington national cathedral

colorful abstract painting that evokes a scene of Greenland

colorful abstract painting that evokes a scene of Greenland

colorful abstract painting that evokes a scene of Greenland

colorful abstract painting that evokes a scene of Greenland

colorful abstract painting that evokes a scene of Greenland

abstract colorful painting in primary colors and sharp black lines representing Coney Island

abstract colorful painting in blues, yellows and pinks with the feeling of a group of people entangled

abstract colorful painting in primary colors emoting a carnival atmosphere

abstract colorful painting of a group of figures

abstract colorful painting of a group of figures

abstract colorful painting of a butterly

abstract colorful painting of a butterly

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

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.