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          Alma Thomas Most Popular Paintings

          The 25 artworks by Alma Thomas our visitors look at most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one.

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          Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Alma Thomas · 1891 – 1978

          Earth Sermon Beauty, Love And Peace (1971) by Alma Thomas

          1971 · original 183 x 132 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #1: Earth Sermon Beauty, Love And Peace
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 1 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Alma Thomas: The Stormy Sea

          1958 · original 122 x 106 cm

          Explore 'The Stormy Sea' by Alma Thomas – an abstract expressionist masterpiece of blues & tans. Layered impasto, dynamic composition, & symbolic depth. A unique piece for art collectors.

          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #2: The Stormy Sea
          Art Movement
          Abstract Expressionism
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 2 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Light Blue Nursery – Alma Thomas

          1968 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 124 x 121 cm

          Alma Thomas (1891-1978) was a trailblazing African American artist who championed geometric abstraction and celebrated the beauty of color. Her work gained recognition after she retired from teaching art at Washington's Shaw Junior High School, establishing her as one of America’s foremost painters.

          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #3: Light Blue Nursery
          Art Movement
          Contemporary Realism
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 3 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Celestial Fantasy, 1973, Alma Thomas

          1973 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 152 x 137 cm

          Experience the vibrant, abstract energy of Alma Thomas's 1973 Celestial Fantasy, featuring soft yellow and pink strokes against a serene blue backdrop; discover this masterpiece today.

          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #4: Celestial Fantasy
          Art Movement
          Abstract Expressionism
          Color Palette
          Cool
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 4 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Alma Thomas, Joe Summerford's Still Life Study (1952)

          1952 · original 102 x 71 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #5: Joe Summerford's Still Life Study
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 5 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Alma Thomas, Etude in Blue (1966)

          1966 · SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #6: Etude in Blue
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 6 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Snoopy Sees Earth Wrapped in Sunset (1970)

          1970 · original 122 x 122 cm

          Vibrant red and yellow concentric patterns define this captivating 1970 abstract painting by Alma Thomas, offering a rhythmic burst of color that invites you to bring this soulful masterpiece into your collection.

          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #7: Snoopy Sees Earth Wrapped in Sunset
          Art Movement
          Abstract Expressionism
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
          To order, by a trained painter
          Popularity
          No. 7 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Red Abstraction, Alma Thomas

          1959 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 101.6 x 70.48cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #8: Red Abstraction
          Color Palette
          Neutrals
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 8 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          The Stormy Sea by Alma Thomas, 1958

          1958 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 122.24 x 106.05cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #9: The Stormy Sea
          Color Palette
          Monochrome
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          No. 9 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Alma Thomas, Red Abstraction (1960)

          1960 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 92.08 x 76.2cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #10: Red Abstraction
          Color Palette
          Neutrals
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 10 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Blue and Brown Still Life by Alma Thomas, 1958

          1958 · original 61 x 82 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #11: Blue and Brown Still Life
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 11 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Untitled by Alma Thomas, 1960

          1960 · The Studio Museum in Harlem, New York City
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #12: Untitled
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 12 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Red Abstraction

          1959 · original 102 x 71 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #13: Red Abstraction
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 13 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Alma Thomas, The Stormy Sea (1958)

          1958 · original 122 x 106 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #14: The Stormy Sea
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 14 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Watusi (Hard Edge), Alma Thomas

          1963 · original 121 x 112 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #15: Watusi (Hard Edge)
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 15 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Wind Dancing with Spring Flowers (1969)

          1969 · original 127.4 x 122.0cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #16: Wind Dancing with Spring Flowers
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Breeze Rustling Through Fall Flowers by Alma Thomas

          1968 · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #17: Breeze Rustling Through Fall Flowers
          Color Palette
          Neutrals
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 17 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Light Blue Nursery (1968)

          1968 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 127.0 x 121.92cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #18: Light Blue Nursery
          Color Palette
          Neutrals
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 18 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Cherry Blossom Symphony – Alma Thomas

          1968 · The Studio Museum in Harlem, New York City
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #19: Cherry Blossom Symphony
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          Neutrals
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 19 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Alma Thomas, Light Blue Nursery (1968)

          1968 · original 124 x 122 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #20: Light Blue Nursery
          Color Palette
          Dark
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 20 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Alma Thomas: Springtime in Washington

          1971 · original 121.9 x 121.9cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #21: Springtime in Washington
          Color Palette
          Metallics
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          Fiery Sunset by Alma Thomas

          1973 · original 104.8 x 104.8cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #22: Fiery Sunset
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          A Fantastic Sunset (1970)

          1970 · original 121.9 x 121.9cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #23: A Fantastic Sunset
          Color Palette
          Sunset
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          Alma Thomas: White Daisies Rhapsody

          1973 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 96.52 x 127.0cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #24: White Daisies Rhapsody
          Color Palette
          Neutrals
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 24 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          Gray Night, Alma Thomas

          1972 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 174.94 x 144.46cm
          View the most popular artwork of Alma Thomas ranked #25: Gray Night
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          Neutrals
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          No. 25 of 56 artworks by Alma Thomas
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          The artist

          Alma Thomas

          1891 – 1978

          Portrait of Alma Thomas
          Quick facts
          • Creative periodsmature period
          • Movementsabstract expressionism, washington color school
          • Best occasionsaccent
          • Copyright statusUnder copyright
          • Also known asAlma Woodsey Thomas, Alma W. Thomas, ألما توماس, Alma Thomasová, アルマ・トーマス
          • Top-ranked workEarth Sermon Beauty, Love And Peace
          • Art periodModern
          • Corpus themescolor field painting, abstract expressionism, washington color school, geometric abstraction, nature's harmony
          Biography

          Alma Thomas: A Life in Color

          Early Life and Education

          • Born: 1891 in Columbus, Georgia, Alma Woodsey Thomas was the eldest of four children. Her parents were John Harris Thomas, a businessman, and Amelia Cantey Thomas, a dress designer.
          • The family relocated to the Logan Circle neighborhood of Washington, D.C., in 1907 due to racial violence and seeking better educational opportunities.
          • Early Artistic Inclinations: From a young age, Thomas displayed artistic talent, creating puppets and sculptures at home.
          • She attended Armstrong Technical High School, taking her first formal art classes.
          • Thomas pursued education at Miner Normal School (later University of the District of Columbia) from 1911 to 1913, focusing on kindergarten education.

          Career as an Educator

          • Thomas began her career as a substitute teacher in Maryland before securing a permanent position in 1914.
          • From 1916 to 1923, she taught kindergarten at the Thomas Garrett Settlement House in Wilmington, Delaware.
          • In 1921, she enrolled at Howard University as a home economics student but soon switched her focus to fine art under James V. Herring.
          • Groundbreaking Graduate: She earned her B.S. in Fine Arts from Howard University in 1924, becoming the first graduate of the university’s fine arts program.
          • Thomas dedicated over three decades to teaching at Shaw Junior High School (1924-1960), fostering a community arts program that included marionette performances and student-designed holiday cards for veterans.
          • She earned her M.A. in Art Education from Columbia University in 1934, and continued studies at American University under Jacob Kainen (1950-1960).

          Artistic Development & Influences

          • Early Style: Thomas’s early work was representational, but her style evolved towards abstraction through studies with Herring and Lois Mailou Jones.
          • Key Influences: She drew inspiration from West African paintings, Byzantine mosaics, and the color field movement.
          • Her exposure to the work of the New York School and Abstract Expressionism at American University significantly impacted her artistic direction.
          • She was inspired by Matisse’s cutouts, notably reinterpreting “The Snail” in her painting “Watusi (Hard Edge).”

          Mature Work & Artistic Style

          • Color Field Paintings: Thomas became known for her vibrant, abstract color field paintings characterized by pattern, rhythm, and bold use of color.
          • Her work often reflected themes inspired by nature, space, and music.
          • Notable Works: Include “Watusi (Hard Edge),” “Celestial Fantasy,” “Wind and Crepe Myrtle Concerto,” and “Sky Light.”
          • She frequently sought inspiration from the effects of light and atmosphere on rural environments, often driving into the countryside with friend Delilah Pierce.

          Recognition & Legacy

          • Late Recognition: Thomas gained significant recognition after her retirement from teaching in 1960.
          • Her first retrospective exhibit was held at the Gallery of Art at Howard University in 1966, curated by James A. Porter.
          • Groundbreaking Exhibition: In 1972, she became the first African American woman to have a solo exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Corcoran Gallery of Art in the same year.
          • Thomas passed away in 1978, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneering artist who defied labels and embraced her creative vision.
          • Historical Significance: Alma Thomas’s work challenged racial barriers within the art world and contributed significantly to the development of abstract expressionism and color field painting.

          Questions & Answers

          What are the birth city and country of Alma Thomas?

          Alma Thomas was born in Columbus, in United States.

          Where can I find statistics about Alma Thomas's works?

          A Stats page exists for Alma Thomas, presenting statistics about the artist's artworks on this website.

          What moods do Alma Thomas's artworks express?

          The Mood Room of Alma Thomas is a page that arranges the artist's artworks by mood.

          By the WahooArt.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 16, 2026
          Collector's quiz
          1. Alma Thomas is most closely associated with which art movement?

          2. What prompted Alma Thomas's family to move from Georgia to Washington D.C. in 1907?

          3. Before dedicating herself fully to painting after retirement, Alma Thomas worked primarily as a…?

          4. In 1972, Alma Thomas achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first African American woman to have a solo exhibition at which museum?

          5. Thomas's painting 'Watusi (Hard Edge)' was inspired by a song and the work of which artist?

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