Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media works by artist Amy Alt-Kellner

My goal has always been to create art that captures the essence of the things around me and brings beauty, expression and healing into the world.

Three Pears in Pod. Acrylic on canvas. 2019

The only thing I know is that I paint because I need to.

— Frida Kahlo

  • “I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way – things I had no words for.”

    — Georgia O’Keeffe

  • “Art is too important not to share.”

    — Romero Britto

  • "Painting is Emotion in Color!"

    — Unknown

  • " It is important to remember that the beginning can be anywhere along the way."

    — Unknown

  • “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.”

    — Pablo Picasso

  • “If I could say it in words there would be no reason to paint.”

    — Edward Hopper

  • “I saw the angel in the marble and carved until i set him free.”

    — Michelangelo

  • The only thing I know is that I paint because I need to.

    — Frida Kahlo

  • I dream of painting and then I paint my dream.

    — Vincent van Gogh

  • Art is standing with one hand extended into the universe and one hand extended into the world, and letting ourselves be a conduit for passing energy.

    — Albert Einstein

  • "Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time."

    — Thomas Merton

  • "Dear Artists, remember that the opposite of depression is not joy… it’s expression. So, create, create, create! For it is the soul’s medicine."

    — Author Unknown

  • Painting is emotion in color!

    — Unknown

Moving Sunflowers. Watercolor on paper. 2018

Experience my colorful abstract art in person

One of my favorite experiences at events is to watch people as they walk past my booth, glance at my work and then come to a full stop in front of a piece. I can see in their faces that something is happening, that it’s affecting them on a deep, emotional level. More than once, a person has said to me, “I just want to look at this” and “Is it alright if I just look at this?” The stillness they’re finding, the deep connection to their higher emotions they’re experiencing, is what I want for everyone. If you’re in the Atlanta area, please visit me and see my work in person. I’d love to meet you.

Upcoming events where I’m exhibiting my work:

November 23, 2024
Paws & Paint Art Market
Creative Stone

5318 Peachtree Road
Chamblee, GA
1 pm – 5 pm

Select pieces benefit Doggie Harmony Rescue

Follow my artistic journey

Get in touch

I invite you to reach out with any questions you have about my work and where you can see it in person. Galleries interested in consigning my work, people wanting commissions, and those interested in purchasing my work can reach me by submitting the inquiry form as well.