We got to Blue Ridge Daylilies early - around 8? - because the temp was going to climb. The daylily fields were in full bloom, with flowers of all shapes and colors. I spied a friend painting in the shade, which spoke to me. It was a battle between him and the rooster sculpture - so they both won out. Oil, 8 X 10”, available.
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Marshall, NC Plein Air! A Town In Recovery.
Had a fine, hot time painting in Marshall, NC with the Asheville Plein Air Painters. Marshall was devastated from Hurricane Helene, but there are hopeful signs of recovery. But how can they NOT have a permanent Post Office? Geez. Where's the $$$$, Don? Across from On Your Bike, I spotted this fine VFW mural & gave it a go. Complex, patriotic & optimistic it was. It's a WIP 8 X 10" oil.
Dog & Pony Show Gallery Asheville Styling
Excited to be featured at The Dog & Pony Show Gallery at 68 N. Market St, Asheville, NC, along with fantastic pottery by Kathy Knapton. My two bird paintings can be found here:
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Thanks for your interest!
C. Twomey Auction: "Bull Elephant, Proud Walk"
“Bull Elephant, Proud Walk” now offered as an auction on Ebay and offers a wonderful bargain for an original work. This contemporary fresco painting is 12 X 12” on an Aquabord panel. The panel is about 2” thick birchwood, triple varnished. The painting is triple varnished as well and needs no glass. View it here:
"Scarlet Tanager" Oil by C. Twomey
This 5 X 7” original oil, titled “Scarlet Tanager” will be offered soon! Framed in a custom 13 x 10.75 x 1.5 in antiqued copper and black frame, it is a tribute to native birds of the southeast U.S.
Flitting through the coastal forests and shrublands of North Carolina it is one of the region's most striking songbirds. With feathers as vivid as a sunrise, the Eastern painted bunting stands out brilliantly against the lush green backdrop of the southeastern United States. Often described as a "flying rainbow," the adult male sports an unmistakable plumage of electric blue, lime green, and fiery red, making it one of the most colorful birds in North America. However, despite its dazzling appearance, this species faces serious threats and is a Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) in North Carolina.
Blue Ridge Daylilies PaintOut Plein Air
The day was hot hot hot, but the scenery was glorious. My friend Doug painted & posed while the hours flew. It’s a work in progress but will be on offer soon.
Studio Clearance Sale - July 2 - 7!
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PLEASE NOTE: From July 1 until July 7, 2026 original paintings and prints are being offered at significant, studio-clearing prices through https://www.wescover.com/items?q=catherine%20twomey
Hope you can join in.
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A Rainy Day Still Life
It’s a dark and very rainy day here in Asheville. Flash flood warnings have been issued, which always brings up a bit of PTSD after Hurricane Helene two years ago, but hopefully all will be well. I’m just marking out the plan for a still life in oil, including a gorgeous antique Rosewood Ceramics vase I recently acquired. Hope you are having a quiet, peaceful Sunday.
Painting The Painted Bunting Work In Progress
Painting a painted bunting today - signed up for birdwatching at the Arboretum & thoroughly enjoying this new world. These are the underlayers; much more to go. Oil, 5 x 7”.
"Santa Rosa Palm" Release by C. Twomey
Now on offer: https://www.catherinetwomey.com/new-products/santa-rosa-palm-contemporary-fresco-8-x-8, “Santa Rosa Palm” is an original, 8 X 8” Contemporary Fresco painting on Aquabord. It is obvious why these are the Santa Rosa mountains - these were painted at sunrise in Palm Desert. The incredible layering of colors from alizarin to the blues were what drew me in. The mountains still had a light coating of snow in February and contrasted beautifully against the desert.
It is varnished and unframed.
"Da Vinci Horse: The Piaffe Revealed" by Catherine Twomey
I am once again so grateful to the folks who purchase "Da Vinci Horse, The Piaffe Revealed", this time from Plymouth, CA; Rehoboth, MA; Charlottesville, VA. It means a great deal to me & thanks from the bottom of my new Ariat riding boots (the old ones lasted 30 years....). For prints: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/the-horses-canter-revealed-catherine-twomey.html
Auction For Original C. Twomey Artwork
“Beaver Skull, Winter Light” is now available as an ebay auction! This is a fine opportunity to own an original Catherine Twomey piece in a customized burlwood frame.
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Thank you for your interest.
The Confidence To Admit Mistakes
Ah, painting challenges. I painted the framed piece on site maybe 9 years ago. I was dissatisfied with it, & it never sold. I finally listened to my gut: the mill wheel was overly charming, busy and saccharine - it has to go. It's the waterfall I loved; so back to some surgical work to bring it all alive. You never, never know enough.
Works In Progress
Recent outings in North Carolina, from ponds to the Arboretum to the Blue Ridge. These are all Works In Progress - but I love the immediate reaction and freshness.
"Azalea Riverbank" by C. Twomey
Work In Progress, this was painted live, plein air at the Azalea Festival at the North Carolina Arboretum. A glorious, luscious and sneezy day painting with friends. A little bit more work to do before release.
“Resilient Ram” A 22 X 30” Contemporary Fresco on Aquabord.
VAA Art100 International Award Winner by C. Twomey
“Resilient Ram” by Catherine Twomey has been selected as a winner in the VAA Art100 International Exhibition. The Visual Artists Association, London curated approximately 1000 entries to 100 finalists, including this piece. Part of the "Tar Heel" Exhibition at the Upmarket Gallery in Asheville, through June 2025. Reflective of the strength and resiliency of Asheville following Hurricane Helene in September, 2025.
The ram symbol is associated with a multitude of meanings, often representing strength, courage, and vitality. It's also linked to leadership, determination, and even fertility. The ram's horns, in particular, are often seen as a symbol of power and aggression.
This original piece is pigments painted on Aquabord. It is archival, requires no glass, is varnished and ready to hang in a birchwood surround. For additional information, visit: https://www.catherinetwomey.com/new-products/resilient-ram-contemporary-fresco-22-x-30
"East Fall Blue Ridge" ArtInPlace Competition Winner Now Offered!
Offered to the public for the 1st time, "East Fall Blue Ridge" - 2010 Winner of the National ArtInPlace competition, Charlottesville. Visit https://www.catherinetwomey.com/new-products/east-fall-blue-ridge-145-x-1275-oil-provenance-award-winner
“East Fall Blue Ridge” Original oil, winner of the National ArtInPlace Competition, 8 X 10” in a 10 X 12” custom vintage style wood frame. Visit: https://www.catherinetwomey.com/new-products/east-fall-blue-ridge-145-x-1275-oil-provenance-award-winner
"Crystal Blue" Abstraction by C. Twomey
Abstraction with a hint of nature. This is a 9 X 12" custom burlwood framed abstract painted in sky blues, earth browns, black, cream, yellow with charcoal. It is varnished and UV protected. A Catherine Twomey original, highly coveted and ready to enhance your living space with hand crafted excellence and attention to your style.
"Joshua Tree 1 & 2" Unique Pair Plein Air
Painted live on a hot Joshua Tree National Park morning. Original archival watercolors!
Framed in gorgeous low-glare glass, ready to display. Visit: https://www.catherinetwomey.com/new-products/joshua-tree-1-2-19-x-14-framed-pair
"African Jackrabbit" to a New Collector in Austin, TX
A wonderful new collector from Austin purchased “African Jackrabbit” and had it beautifully framed in this flattering white mat, black frame combination. If you’re interested in additional prints, please visit: https://catherinetwomeyprints.pixels.com/collections/animals
The original painting is available! Please visit: https://www.catherinetwomey.com/new-products/african-jack-rabbit-contemporary-fresco-12-x-12 to purchase.
Always, always grateful for the support.