Mixed Messages (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Newel Hunter

For those who want a sample of Hunter’s dynamic B & W work, here’s one that no one can ignore. Mixed Messages consists of bold, dynamic brushstrokes in shades of black and white against a stark white background. The thick application of paint creates a textured, almost sculptural effect, with the strokes layered and interwoven to produce a sense of movement and energy. The contrast between the dark and light areas is striking, emphasizing the fluidity and spontaneity of the brushwork. The composition is abstract and open to interpretation, inviting the viewer to explore the emotional resonance of the forms rather than focusing on a narrative or figurative element.

The use of monochrome here focuses attention on the raw gestures and the interplay of light and shadow across the textured surface. The spontaneity and freedom in Hunter’s application of paint convey strong emotion and immediacy, which gives the piece a compelling presence. This confident approach to abstraction draws the viewer into a visceral and intimate experience of the artwork.

Mixed Messages is painted with acrylic on an 11 x 14 x .2-inch canvas panel, ready to frame. It comes carefully packaged and shipped in a heavy-duty cardboard box. Accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity.

Materials used:

Acrylic on canvas panel

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 27.94 x 35.56 x 0.51cm (unframed)
• Signed on the back
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: Abstract and non-figurative