# Contemporary abstract art and mixed-media fine art paintings by Markham visual artist Franklin Beecham, from Unionville, north of Toronto, Ontario, Canada An exploration of colour shape and application, this web site showcases samples of contemporary abstract acrylic paintings by Markham visual artist, Franklin Beecham. All abstract art creations are painted with vibrant colours using artists'' acrylic paints and textures, brush and knife on canvas. They are inspired by life and culture experiences, that offer the viewer an interpretation of contemporary simplistic organic relationships. The colours used contrast with textures creating tension between movement and static planes.