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About Masha Schwartz Art

At Masha Schwartz Art, we redefine creativity through our signature Surreabstract style, a fusion of surrealism and abstract expressionism. Our art transforms spaces into hubs of healing, imagination, and bold ideas.

Founded in 1998 by Masha Schwartz, a professional artist, entrepreneur, and public speaker with over 20 years of experience in fine arts and business leadership, our mission has always been to challenge perceptions, spark innovation, and inspire emotional transformation through art.

Masha began breaking traditional rules of art in high school, leading to the creation of her own distinct style. That early rebellion became the foundation of an organization focused on restoring imagination in a world overloaded with digital replication. Today, where anyone can reproduce high-definition images at the press of a button, art that pushes beyond realism is more needed than ever. Our work delivers energy, feeling, and depth that artificial intelligence cannot replicate.

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Vision

Help others discover the power of Surreabstract Creativity.

Mission

Accelerating innovation and well-being worldwide by increasing the use of imagination and Surreabstract creativity.

Social Impact

Since 2001, Masha Schwartz Art has partnered with nonprofits such as Hands on DC and SOME to create educational murals in schools and homeless shelters across the DC area. These murals are designed to inspire creativity, leadership, and confidence in future entrepreneurs.

Core Values

Transform Through Color

We believe bold color and composition can rewire how people think, feel, and engage with the world around them.

Inspiration With Intention

Every piece of art we create is made to spark conversation, elevate emotion, and activate purpose in a space.

Creative Power Meets Strategy

Art should be beautiful, but also smart. We blend visual brilliance with emotional and strategic depth—serving collectors, businesses, and innovators alike.

Changes In The Art World

The art world is shifting. As minority groups become the collective majority in the U.S. and Europe, institutions are beginning to reevaluate how they approach inclusion across race and gender.

Key statistics every artist should know:

85% of artists in major U.S. museums are white

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Global art trends

Driving Global Art Trends

In 2024, the global art market faced significant challenges, with sales declining 12% to an estimated $57.5 billion. This marked the second consecutive year of contraction, influenced by geopolitical tensions, economic pressures, and shifting buyer behaviors.

A few important trends to watch:

Transaction Volume Increase: Despite the decline in sales value, the number of transactions rose by 3% to 40.5 million, indicating a robust activity in lower-priced segments.

Our Story in Milestones

The journey of Masha Schwartz Art is one of transformation, persistence, and global growth. Here's a glimpse at how it all evolved:

1998

Masha Schwartz Art is born with a mission to reshape creativity through emotion and imagination

2001

Masha begins leading community murals with Hands On DC, inspiring creativity in underserved schools

2004

Receives Art Honor Society Award for outstanding artistic contribution

2008

Hosts first solo show "One of a Kind" at RTKL, Baltimore

2009

Opens second show "Surreal Visions" at Halo Lounge in DC

2010

First international sales in Russia, Israel, and Canada

2012

Formal digital platform and social media presence established for global outreach

2017–2020

Art auction growth and creative partnerships help local businesses grow traffic and visibility

2022

Launches Surreabstract YouTube Channel and begins online teaching series

2025

Won to participate in 2 online Juries exhibits - Earth and Nudus. Announces Living Traveling Art Museum project bringing immersive Surreabstract installations to cities around the world