Location: United States
Eugene John Hughes is an artist whose vibrant, abstract expressionist paintings have made a significant impact on the art community, particularly through his prominent participation at the First Saturday Arts Market in Houston, Texas. Working primarily in acrylics with a Pop Art influence, Hughes employs a dynamic mixed-media approach, incorporating materials such as plaster, copper wire, sand, salt, rock, glass, print media, and personal items like old shirts. His bold use of color and texture creates emotionally resonant works that reflect his complex life experiences, inviting viewers to connect with his personal narrative through tangible, sensory forms. - Martin Devore, the Kingwood Observer
From the early 2010s to the late 2010s, Hughes was a cornerstone of the First Saturday Arts Market in Houston, where he consistently presented his evolving body of work. His engaging presence and professionally curated booth displays earned him notable recognition, including a Best Booth Display award in the mid-2010s, accompanied by a dinner for two at a local pizzeria. His regular involvement in high-profile events like White Linen Night further elevated his standing within Houston’s vibrant art scene. Hughes’ contributions were spotlighted in local publications, such as a 2012 Kingwood Observer article, which celebrated his role in the Houston art market’s dynamic community. - Mitch Cohen Founder, First Saturday Art Market
Back at it! After a long haitus since moving to Connecticut from Texas 8 years ago, I am back in my studio and developing the next generation of my portfolio. Welcome.
Abstracted DavisPond/Silvermine River Silvermine, CT
Abstract Davis pond, Silvermine
“EJHSTUDIO 25-04 Revelation 2501”
Rebirth of Revelation series.
Shoreline boulders expression. Maine 2024
Coast. Expression. Maine. 2024
A close friend. Departed. Loved. Abstract. 2025
Davis Pond, Silvermine
New Revelation
First in series and one of my earliest paintings. Sold.
First piece I ever sold!
My oldest son. One of my first abstract portraits. Sold
Corporate commission. Sold.
Organic. Abstract. Sold.
Sculptural abstract. Sold.
Journey series. Mixed media sculpture. Sold
Sold
Abstract portrait. BarBack,New Orleans 2014
Abstract. Gallery wrapped (all are 1.5”). Sold
Mixed media. Plaster,paper on canvas. Sold
Mixed media. Blue ribbon winner, Kingwood Art Society. Sold
Mixed media, collage on wood panel. Sold
Sold.
Mixed media collage in background. Original,crafted cuff links in foreground. All sold.
First in series mixed media quartette. Sold
Mixed media on wood. Sold
Sold
Best showcase ever! All thanks and honors to Mitch Cohen
“EJHSTUDIO 25-01”
“EJHSTUDIO 25-02”
“EJHSTUDIO 25-03”
“EJHSTUDIO 25-05”
“EJHSTUDIO 2025-06”
“EJHSTUDIO 2025-07 BOB”
“EJHSTUDIO 2025-08”
“EJHSTUDIO 2025-09”
“Revelation No.1”
“Meditation ”
“Edgar”
“2014 Abstract ”
“Abstract 2012”
“Absinthe ”
“Journey Series 2012”
“Abstract. 2015”
“Alvin”
“Development 2014”
“Flora Abstract. 2015”
“Self 2010”
“Journey No. 1”
“Bounty”
“Crop Circles No. 1”
“USA No.5”
“Journeys series links”
“Density of Souls”
“Icon No. 1”
“Poppies Abstract ”
“The Shore. Hurricane Sandy relief auction ”
“Again, Self”
“Calgary No. 1”
“Abstract, Mixed Media”
“Martin”
“Abstract”
“Abstract ”
“Abstract ”
“Abstract ”
“Abstract ”
“Breast cancer awareness auction”
“Dervish”
“Revelation series”
“Density of Souls close-up”
“Abstract ”
“One of the first ”
“Journey Continues ”
“Journey series”
“Abstract ”
“My Old Shirt”
“Solo. Jomar Houston”
“Group show. Heights Studio”
“F S A M !”
“Kingwood”
“Heights Gallery group show”
“Jomar group show ”
“Revelation. Solo show”
“White Linen Night!”
