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"USED" is a powerful mixed media abstract painting that confronts its title head-on, transforming a word often associated with brokenness into one of immense value and new purpose. This striking, textural piece embodies the journey of resilience, making it a profoundly meaningful acquisition for any collection.

Emerging Palm Beach artist and SCAD student Dennis C. Jones fearlessly combines oils, acrylics, and heavy texture to create a composition that is both spontaneous and deeply layered. Jones is celebrated for blending the vibrant, organic shapes inspired by the coastal Florida landscape with a contemporary, intuitive approach. His work is a dynamic exploration of color and form that invites deep, personal interpretation.

"USED"

By bidding on "USED," you are acquiring a signature piece by a rising star in the contemporary art scene. More importantly, your purchase directly fuels the life-saving work of Safe Space, providing a safe space and vital resources for survivors to reclaim their stories and begin their own journey of transformation.

Category Description
Artist: Dennis C. Jones (Palm Beach, FL)

Title: "USED"

Medium: Mixed Media (Oils, Acrylics, Texture)
Style: Abstract Expressionism

ABOUT THE ARTIST
Dennis C. Jones is an emerging artist based in Palm Beach, Florida, and a current student at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). His dedication to innovative mixed media techniques and fearless color exploration is quickly establishing his place in the contemporary art community. Jones creates compositions that juxtapose the beautiful complexity of organic forms with intricate, thought-provoking textures, reflecting both his coastal inspiration and his academic rigor.

SOURCE: https://www.artsy.net/artist/dennis-c-jones