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Lee Cox Art

American, b. 1941
Lee Cox is a contemporary abstract painter based in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, known for his evocative, memory-infused work that bridges personal narrative with universal emotion. After a 35-year career in telecommunications, Cox transitioned from lifelong collector to full-time artist, bringing a deep appreciation for abstract expression and color into his studio practice. Cox’s creative process is rooted in spontaneity and reflection: he begins each canvas without a fixed plan, allowing acrylic paint, pencil, and layered mark-making to develop organically. Music guides his hand, stirring recollections that act as catalysts for visual exploration. As layers are built, subtracted, and reworked over time, a specific memory — whether a place, emotion, figure, or fleeting sensation — gradually comes into focus, shaping both composition and mood. The resulting works are colored with depth and movement, blending dynamic abstraction with atmospheric resonance. Cox’s pieces evoke a sense of time and remembrance, inviting viewers to connect with their own associations and experiences through color, form, and gesture. His titles further illuminate the emotional core of each work, offering a touchpoint between the personal and the universal. Cox’s paintings have been exhibited in solo and juried group shows throughout California and nationally, and are represented in private collections across the United States.
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Artist: Lee Cox
"Spring Stroll" - Contemporary Abstract Expressionist in Orange and Earth Tones
"Spring Stroll" - Contemporary Abstract Expressionist in Orange and Earth Tones

"Spring Stroll" - Contemporary Abstract Expressionist in Orange and Earth Tones

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Spring Stroll" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Pencil, Canvas, Stretcher Bars, Wire The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In “Spring Stroll,” Lee Co...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Lee Cox Art

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Wire

"Summer Salad", Large Contemporary Vibrant Abstract, Green, Orange, Red, Black
"Summer Salad", Large Contemporary Vibrant Abstract, Green, Orange, Red, Black

"Summer Salad", Large Contemporary Vibrant Abstract, Green, Orange, Red, Black

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Summer Salad" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right corner of the painting. “Summer Salad” is a vibrant abstra...

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2010s Abstract Lee Cox Art

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

"Merry-go-Round" - Vibrant Colorful Layered Abstract Painting - Warm Palette
"Merry-go-Round" - Vibrant Colorful Layered Abstract Painting - Warm Palette

"Merry-go-Round" - Vibrant Colorful Layered Abstract Painting - Warm Palette

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Merry-go-Round" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right corner of the painting. “Merry-Go-Round” is a vibrant ab...

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2010s Abstract Lee Cox Art

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"Road to the Valley" - Abstract Acrylic Painting in Orange, Blue, and Cool Tones
"Road to the Valley" - Abstract Acrylic Painting in Orange, Blue, and Cool Tones

"Road to the Valley" - Abstract Acrylic Painting in Orange, Blue, and Cool Tones

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Road to the Valley" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. "Road to the Valley" unfolds like a...

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2010s Contemporary Lee Cox Art

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

"Presidio Vista" - Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting - Red and Earth Tone
"Presidio Vista" - Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting - Red and Earth Tone

"Presidio Vista" - Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting - Red and Earth Tone

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Presidio Vista" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Pencil, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In “Presidio Vista,” Lee Cox di...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Lee Cox Art

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Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars, Pencil

"Tidepool" - Serene Abstract Painting on Wood Panel - Blue Palette with Orange
"Tidepool" - Serene Abstract Painting on Wood Panel - Blue Palette with Orange

"Tidepool" - Serene Abstract Painting on Wood Panel - Blue Palette with Orange

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Tidepool" 2024 Acrylic Paint, Wood Panel The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. "Tidepool" feels like a moment paused just below the surf...

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2010s Abstract Lee Cox Art

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Acrylic, Wood Panel

"Senior Prom" - Earth and Pastel Tone Contemporary Abstract Painting - 36 x 36
"Senior Prom" - Earth and Pastel Tone Contemporary Abstract Painting - 36 x 36

"Senior Prom" - Earth and Pastel Tone Contemporary Abstract Painting - 36 x 36

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Senior Prom" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Pencil, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In "Senior Prom", Lee Cox distills...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Lee Cox Art

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Canvas, Acrylic, Pencil, Stretcher Bars

"Campfires" - Stunning Modern Abstract Expressionist in Green and Orange Palette
"Campfires" - Stunning Modern Abstract Expressionist in Green and Orange Palette

"Campfires" - Stunning Modern Abstract Expressionist in Green and Orange Palette

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Campfires" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Pencil, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In "Campfires", Lee Cox conjures the...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Lee Cox Art

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Canvas, Acrylic, Pencil, Stretcher Bars

"Playbill Residue" - Mixed Media Abstract Painting in Muted Red and Earth Tones
"Playbill Residue" - Mixed Media Abstract Painting in Muted Red and Earth Tones

"Playbill Residue" - Mixed Media Abstract Painting in Muted Red and Earth Tones

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Playbill Residue" 2023 Acrylic Paint, Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. Playbill Residue is more...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Lee Cox Art

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

"Morning Mist" - Muted Gray Contemporary Abstract Painting in Orange and Yellow
"Morning Mist" - Muted Gray Contemporary Abstract Painting in Orange and Yellow

"Morning Mist" - Muted Gray Contemporary Abstract Painting in Orange and Yellow

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Morning Vista" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In “Morning Mist,” Lee Cox orchestrates ...

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2010s Contemporary Lee Cox Art

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"Ascendance" - Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting in Orange and Black
"Ascendance" - Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting in Orange and Black

"Ascendance" - Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting in Orange and Black

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Ascendance" 2023 Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. In "Ascendance", Lee Cox charts an emotional rise, ...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Lee Cox Art

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"Moulin Rouge" - Vivid Mixed Media Contemporary Blue and Red Abstract Painting
"Moulin Rouge" - Vivid Mixed Media Contemporary Blue and Red Abstract Painting

"Moulin Rouge" - Vivid Mixed Media Contemporary Blue and Red Abstract Painting

By Lee Cox

Located in Carmel, CA

Lee Cox (American, born 1941) "Moulin Rouge" 2025 Acrylic Paint, Pencil, Mixed Media, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. In “Moulin Rouge,” L...

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2010s Contemporary Lee Cox Art

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Pencil, Stretcher Bars

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