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Art That Rejects the Disposable - Created to Endure

"I paint what endures. In a culture of the disposable, I am drawn to stillness, weight, and the quiet gravity of real things — land, light, memory, presence. Each work is created with intention, meant not for passing trend but for permanence. Art should not decorate a space. It should anchor it." - Benjamin J. Young

Ben Young is a newly emerging artist, with just over 2 years of painting, his work has been featured in 28 exhibits, 20 art galleries, and 2 museums. With his artwork being collected and displayed in over 239 homes around the United States and internationally. From hanging in manors in Switzerland, to pent houses in New York, to private collections in California. Ben's work has found a home with art lovers everywhere.

This watercolor painting by Ben Young depicts a serene watercolor capturing a man and a Border Collie dog strolling through rolling hills, evoking the peaceful charm of the countryside.

One Last Walk With Izzy

A watercolor painting of the artist and his dog, Izzy, walking across the rolling hills of Appalachia Ohio.

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This watercolor painting by Ben Young loyal dog pauses in a sun-bleached field, gazing toward the solitary man resting on a weathered porch in this quiet, contemplative scene.

Coming Home

A watercolor painting of my dog, Izzy, coming home to me.

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A watercolor painting by Ben Young depicts a surreal courtroom scene where a solemn clown in red and white stripes stands at the witness stand, surrounded by grim-faced onlookers and jurors, creating a powerful contrast between absurdity and gravity.

Circus Act

Circus Act is a watercolor painting of a clown standing trial, inspired by Edward Hopper's Soir Bleu.

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This watercolor painting by Ben Young portrays an elderly woman with expressive eyes and glasses, gazing thoughtfully out of a weathered wooden window frame.

Okay Now

A watercolor painting featuring a dear old friend, looking onward to the future with both hope and concern.

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This painting by Ben Young depicts a solemn and intimate moment between two individuals, where a woman is carefully cutting the hair of a man sitting with his back to the viewer, set against a dark, textured background that enhances the emotional depth of the scene.

Hallelujah

Based on the lyrics of the song, Hallelujah. She tied you to the kitchen chair, she broke your throne and cut your hair.

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A watercolor painting by Ben Young is of a lone, hooded figure sits against a tree in a dark, snow-covered forest, evoking a sense of solitude and introspection.

Dying In A Snowfall

Dying In A Snowfall is a watercolor painting displaying the reality of that Feb 26th snowfall night.

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A watercolor painting by Ben Young is of a solitary man in a dark suit stands in a dimly lit office, his back to the viewer, as stark contrasts of light and shadow create a melancholic, introspective atmosphere.

Corporate Contempt

Corporate Contempt is a watercolor painting displaying my contempt of corporate America.

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This watercolor painting by Ben Young features a young man gazing intently at a flickering candle, his face illuminated by its warm glow in a powerful study of light, focus, and introspection.

In The Dark

In The Dark is a watercolor painting framing the amusement of a youthful expression looking in to a candle flame.

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Latest Collector News From The Artist

January 13, 2026 - "Hello everyone, I hope your new year is off to a peaceful start. January has brought a quiet, reflective energy to my studio, and I’m excited to share some new work, inspiration from recent travels, and important personal updates with you all. " - Benjamin J. Young

The Quiet Expanse

Ben's landscape paintings explore the quiet tension between presence and memory. Rather than simply depicting scenery, Ben interprets the land as a living narrative—marked by time, atmosphere, and human experience. Each piece invites the viewer to slow down and step into a moment suspended between stillness and movement. These works are not just views of nature, but emotional terrains meant to be lived with.

This watercolor painting by Ben Young depicts delicate white lilies illuminated against a rugged alpine landscape with golden grasses, shadowed mountains, and a snow-capped peak under a golden hour sky.

Avalanche Lilies

A watercolor painting of a golden hour view of Mount Rainier with Avalanche Lilies as the main focus. A scene the artist hoped to share with his late Fiancee.

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This painting by Ben Young features a weathered barn standing as a silent sentinel amidst a vast, snow-covered landscape, captured in soft watercolor washes that emphasize the cool blue shadows of a quiet winter day.

Winter Barn I

In this watercolor, Ben Young utilizes soft, atmospheric washes and deep cerulean shadows to depict a weathered barn standing in quiet isolation against a stark, snow-swept landscape.

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This watercolor painting by Ben Young depicts the textured trunks of twin birch or sycamore trees standing in a serene, snow-covered landscape under a soft grey sky.

Winter Birch I

This 7x5-inch watercolor painting captures the intricate, mottled texture of twin sycamore or birch trunks standing as quiet sentinels in a soft, snow-blanketed Pennsylvania landscape.

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This watercolor painting by Ben Young depicts a lone rock formation topped with a cluster of small trees, standing tall in calm, shallow water under a cloudy sky.

Erie Rock II

A watercolor painting summer remake of a monolith rock that rarely comes in sight on Lake Erie's shores.

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Private Collector List

Join a private circle of collectors and receive first access to newly completed works before they are publicly released.

Members are invited to exclusive monthly offerings, including a collector’s drawing for a limited reproduction, advance notice of exhibitions, and privileged acquisition opportunities. As part of this private list, you will also enjoy preferred collector pricing on select works.

Reserved for those who collect with intention.

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The Quiet Abundance

Alongside Ben's larger thematic pieces, his still life, floral, and animal paintings explore quieter, more intimate subjects. These works focus on light, texture, and presence—elevating simple forms into contemplative studies of beauty and character. Whether capturing the fleeting vitality of a bloom, the quiet symbolism of arranged objects, or the instinct and personality within an animal, each painting invites the viewer to slow down and engage more deeply.

This watercolor painting by Ben Young features a warmly lit still life of a red apple, green whiskey bottle, and glass of amber liquor, capturing the quiet elegance of light and shadow.

Grisaille Whiskey, On The Rocks

A warmly lit still life of a red apple, green bottle, and glass of amber liquor, capturing the quiet elegance of light and shadow.

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A painting by Ben Young of a vibrant red rose glistens with dewdrops against a dark, atmospheric background, creating a striking contrast and a sense of delicate elegance in this watercolor painting.

Lonely Rose in the Night's Rain

Lonely Rose in the Night's Rain is a watercolor painting featuring a single rose in the rain with a dark background.

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This painting by Ben Young is a still life oil painting of an pomegranate fruit sitting in a metal bowl atop a velvet clothed table.

Pomona's Bowl

Pomona's Bowl is a still life to finally refine my abstract brushwork and realism in to the oil painting form.

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This is a detailed colored pencil drawing by Ben Young of a vivid red cardinal perched on a snowy branch.

Northern Cardinal

Northern Cardinal's name speaks for it's self on the subject of this watercolor pencil drawing. A brightly colored bird I am fond of.

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Acquire Ben Young's Artwork

Ben Young offers the sales of originals as well as limited reproductions directly online. Available to be shipped directly to your door. Shipping is available to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and anywhere in the European Economic Area.

Original Paintings

Browse featured original paintings for sale, or feel free to contact the artist to discuss details. Shipped directly from downtown Canton.

Archival Reproductions

Offering both limited & open archival reproductions with an option to be framed. There are also other material options available.

Merchandise

Ben also offers jigsaw puzzles and greeting cards featuring his artwork. A fun and meaningful way to share, gift, or experience the paintings you love.

Latest Artwork Creations

A lone cow stands as a quiet focal point in this atmospheric 7x5 watercolor by Ben Young, which uses a muted palette and soft, misty washes to capture the stillness of a snow-covered rural landscape.

Winter Pasture I

January 19, 2026

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This watercolor painting by Ben Young depicts the textured trunks of twin birch or sycamore trees standing in a serene, snow-covered landscape under a soft grey sky.

Winter Birch I

January 13, 2026

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This painting by Ben Young features a weathered barn standing as a silent sentinel amidst a vast, snow-covered landscape, captured in soft watercolor washes that emphasize the cool blue shadows of a quiet winter day.

Winter Barn I

January 4, 2026

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This watercolor painting by Ben Young loyal dog pauses in a sun-bleached field, gazing toward the solitary man resting on a weathered porch in this quiet, contemplative scene.

Coming Home

November 17, 2025

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This watercolor painting by Ben Young features a warmly lit still life of a red apple, green whiskey bottle, and glass of amber liquor, capturing the quiet elegance of light and shadow.

Grisaille Whiskey, On The Rocks

August 14, 2025

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This striking gouache painting by Ben Young reimagines Vermeer’s iconic Girl with a Pearl Earring with a bold orange headscarf, rich textures, and expressive brushwork that brings a modern intensity to the classical pose.

Pearl's Granddaughter

July 7, 2025

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Catch up on all of Ben Young's latest artworks, creations, paintings, and drawings. The above slider of paintings is his newest artwork. Or feel free to also follow him on social media on either Facebook or Instagram.

Get In Touch

Whether you are interested in visiting the studio, booking an exhibition, or just want to reach out, Ben would love to hear from you. Feel free to explore the options below.

Visit Studio

Studio visits, in Canton Ohio, are available on select Downtown First Fridays or by appointment. Feel free to schedule an appointment to visit the studio.

For Curators

If you are a gallery owner, or a museum curator, start here. I'm currently booking exhibitions for 2026 and looking for gallery representation.

Contact Artist

If you have any questions, inquiries, or need more information, you are always welcome to contact Ben. Or find information to visit Ben's downtown Canton studio.