Lynn Greenburg — Contemporary Figurative Folk Art (C. 1990s–2000s)

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A colour-saturated painting by contemporary artist Lynn Greenburg, known for her whimsical, expressionist compositions filled with human and animal forms … Read more A colour-saturated painting by contemporary artist Lynn Greenburg, known for her whimsical, expressionist compositions filled with human and animal forms in motion. This work makes a colourful statement— a flying figure, a playful cat, and stylized flowers float across a bright patchwork of red, turquoise, and golden hues. Greenburg’s distinctive use of bold color blocks and outlined figures recalls the spontaneity of mid-century modernist folk art and the narrative charm of artists like Paul Klee and Corneille.
Painted during the late 20th to early 21st century, Greenburg’s work bridges modern abstraction and storytelling. Her compositions often celebrate joy, connection, and the simple beauty of everyday life through an almost childlike sense of wonder.
This piece exemplifies her mature style: confident linework, organic symbolism, and a rhythmic sense of design that feels both spontaneous and deeply intentional.

Artistic Context
Lynn Greenburg’s work belongs to the Contemporary Folk / Modern Expressionist movement. Artists in this genre blend personal symbolism and abstract design, often with emotional immediacy rather than strict realism. Her paintings have appeared in regional art fairs, boutique galleries, and online curated collections, appreciated for their upbeat palettes and collectible scale.

Lynn Greenburg • Contemporary Folk Art • Modern Expressionism • Figurative Painting • Naïve Art • Abstract Modernism • Mid-Century Inspired • Whimsical Art • Cat Painting • Colorful Interior Art • Joyful Painting • Woman and Bird Motif • Pop Modern See less