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.
gallery art
"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.
"Ode To Killian" by C. Twomey
Killian’s Red was my first horse, and what a thoroughbred he was. I painted this portrait in 2007 to capture his vitality and sassiness. He was as green as I was, but we trained each other over the next 18 years. Flaxen mane and tail against a gleaming chestnut coat, he is greatly missed on this anniversary day. This is oil on canvas, and is sold.
“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
Monday's Spring Parade
Yes, the virus news is again disconcerting. Take a moment; get outside if you can stand the pollen, and take a deep breath. Be kind to yourself.
"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.
Joshua Tree rock formations, watercolor.
Joshua Tree Watercolors by C. Twomey
Joshua Tree rock formations, watercolor.
Such a magical, beautiful, quiet place. Joshua Tree National Park is like no where else on earth. Plates collided causing underground volcanoes and incredible rock formations. The Joshuas aren’t trees at all - they’re from the Aqave family and even just the small ones are 50 - 75 years old.
Giclee Prints Now Available!
Excited to announce that quality giclee prints in a variety of sizes are now available on https://www.catherinetwomey.com/available-prints
Cumulonimbus Study: Watercolor by C. Twomey
Fragment from a larger watercolor work in progress, two enormous cumulonimbus fill the horizon. Pigment on Kilimanjaro #140 paper. Finally well enough to paint again; thank goodness for antibiotics. #watercolorpainting #wip #Workinprogress #catherinetwomey1 #cloudscape #pigmentonpaper #cumulonimbus
"African Bull Elephant Walking" Now Released!
That moment when the only thing between you and a massive bull elephant is your ability not to move. It all ended well, but I could see how shaken the guide was and later admitted this was danger personified. Kruger National Park, South Africa while on safari. This original contemporary fresco is painted on Aquabord and requires no framing; it’s varnished and ready to hang.
https://www.catherinetwomey.com/available/bull-elephant-walk-contemporary-fresco-12-x-12-on-aquabord
Blue Ridge CloudSet by Catherine Twomey
We get the best cloud-sets here in the Blue Ridge. I’ve been virus sick since 12/20, my advice is try not to catch it! Blue Ridge Clouds, watercolor on Canson board. Happy New Year! 8 x 10”.
New Release To The Dog and Pony Show Gallery!
Offered at The Dog and Pony Show Gallery, 68 - 70 Market St., Asheville. Animal inspiration, these originals are on Aquabord panel and don’t need glass. Stop by soon!
“Beaver Skull, Winter Light” Pigment on Aquabord, custom framed.
“Sun Stripes” Pigment on Aquabord, custom framed.
“Red and Blue” Pigment on Aquabord, custom framed.
Thank You To The Dog and Pony Show Gallery!
So grateful for the sale of “Savannah Companions” by The Dog and Pony Show Gallery in Asheville. I so love that a collector found this gentle scene spoke to them. Please visit https://www.dogandponyshow.com/collections/catherine-twomey-contemporary-frescos for additional contemporary fresco pieces.
“Savannah Companions”, 12 X 12” contemporary fresco on Aquabord. Original Contemporary Fresco from painting references photographed in Kruger National Park, South Africa. The setting sun highlighted the contrast of the zebra’s stripes against the golden hour light. The herd was relaxed but watchful and able to run at a moment’s notice. This painting is archivally varnished and requires no glass.
"Art From The Heart" Opening at UpMarket Gallery!
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“Bull Elephant Walking”, 12 X 12”, Upmarket Gallery/Dog and Pony Show, 70 Market St., Asheville
First Friday, Dog & Pony Show, Asheville: Be There!
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First Friday: UpMarket Gallery, 70 Market St., Asheville
Friday, November 7 is First Friday in Asheville, NC - hope you can make it to my gallery at Upmarket, 70 Market St., Asheville. The following piece, along with other wonderful artists, are on offer there:
“African Jackrabbit”, 12 X 12” Contemporary Fresco.
UpMarket Gallery, Asheville Representation
My work is now represented by UpMarket Gallery, 68 - 70 Market St., Asheville, NC. Thank you Margaret! Looking forward to meeting you there.