powerful paintings

A mysterious city, a shiny peace symbol and a woman looking at the scene compose Harman's newest creation inspired by expressionist themes. Using acrylic on canvas, the artist calls for peace with a stunning unstretched painting, transmitting a powerful message: "When there is peace, everyone must respect each other without hostility and not hurt each other."

The work also comes signed by the artist.

“This painting portrays a woman curled into herself, as if ignited by an inner flame. The brushstrokes flow like living fire—gentle yet powerful—symbolizing not destruction, but purification. Her glowing body emerges from the dark, reflecting inner strength, pain and rebirth,” says Balinese artist Aricadia. In this remarkable oil and acrylic on canvas composition, he captures an intimate moment of transformation, where suffering turns into light—a spiritual journey of self-acceptance and renewal.

Candra Suwitra specializes in wood animal figurines like this captivating design of a powerful buffalo. The Indonesian artisan uses Suar wood to craft, carve and paint by hand a figurine with a unique rustic finish that will go well in any space.

This powerful acrylic artwork reimagines the sacred ascension through bold geometric shapes, where Christ’s divine form emerges from angular planes of soft pink, midnight black, earthy brown and celestial blue. The contemporary composition transforms traditional religious imagery into something entirely fresh, using sharp lines and vivid colors to convey spiritual movement and transcendence. Javanese artist Hendarto's modern interpretation creates a painting that bridges ancient faith with cutting-edge artistic expression, resulting in a work that resonates with both reverence and innovation.

Liquid motion freezes in time as acrylic pigments weave together the soul of aquatic determination. This striking modern composition transforms the legendary Koi into an explosion of abstract forms and saturated hues, honoring its deep-rooted symbolism of fortune and prosperity. Indonesian artist Koko Bali's dynamic composition captures the relentless spirit of this iconic fish, creating a powerful focal point that pulses with cultural meaning and contemporary artistic vision.

Sharp edges meet soft curves in this captivating portrait where geometry becomes emotion and abstraction tells a deeply human story. The canvas pulses with an unexpected palette—sunny yellows collide with midnight blacks while playful pinks dance alongside oceanic blues and warm browns, creating a visual symphony that defies conventional portraiture. Every angular line by Javanese artist Hendarto pushes the boundaries of representation, transforming the familiar features of a girl into something wonderfully unfamiliar yet mysteriously recognizable. This bold acrylic composition challenges perception and proves that the most powerful portraits sometimes reveal more by showing less.