2023 Contemporary Abstract Paintings | Acrylic & Epoxy Art by Ritu Raj

2023 was a year of deep experimentation and evolution in my journey as a contemporary abstract artist. This collection became a playground of materials, where I explored the synergy between acrylic’s vivid hues and the glossy, dimensional finish of epoxy resin.

Each canvas became a vessel for bold strokes, layered textures, and luminous depth. The interplay of vibrant acrylic beneath the transparent epoxy created paintings with striking energy and presence—works that shift with light and invite tactile curiosity.

Throughout the year, I embraced an experimental approach to texture, pushing beyond the limits of traditional techniques. Layering paint created rich, tactile surfaces, while the precise, unpredictable nature of epoxy introduced challenges that often led to unexpected beauty. Many pieces transformed beyond their initial vision, revealing new forms and meanings in the process.

This collection is not just about materials. It reflects my personal and artistic growth—each painting a silent dialogue exploring emotion, presence, and the evolving narrative of contemporary abstraction. These works are both challenge and celebration, asking viewers to pause, engage, and feel the energy that lives within each layer.