A Golden Lipizzan

Sold! “For The Love Of Horses” has sold; this is a 12 X 12” acrylic and gold leaf on canvas. Seems I need to paint more horses; the itch is returning.

Daylily Farm Paint Out: A Lovely, Hot Day

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.

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!

A Day With The Daylilies

It’s a work in progress but almost finished with “A Day With Daylilies.” I need to decide if I’m keeping the rooster sculpture, and work on some refinements in lilies and shadows. Oil, 8 X 10” on panel.

"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.

Juicy Still Life, Rainy Day

A rainy day oil, created in one sitting, exploring the abstraction of shapes and use of heavily loaded brushes. Rosewood Ceramics vase and handbuilt small jar.

Studio Clearance Sale - July 2 - 7!

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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Spring Memories: Dogwoods by C. Twomey

Hard to grasp that spring is already gone. The light has already changed to summer light and the fireflies are out in force. I painted this series as a commission and at least I can hold on to this as time moves on. Oils, each was 9 X 12” on panel.

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”.

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.

"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.

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

"Beaver Lake, Early Morning" - Sold Adventure

Sold! I thought this piece was stolen. Honestly, it wasn’t where it was supposed to be in one of my galleries. It’s one of my favorite pieces, a plein air from Beaver Lake in Asheville. Well, the gallery had put it in their front window, didn’t let me know, someone spied it and bought it yesterday. I only found out where it had been placed when it sold. Glad it worked out but oh, oh, the angst. Thanks for the support.

"Buck Mountain Vineyards" Sold, Catherine Twomey Artist

Thanks to the collector from Fort Washington, PA for their purchase of "Buck Mountain Vineyards." An early morning mist near the vineyards of the Blue Ridge. For additional prints: https://designerprints.com/featured/buck-mountain-vineyards-no2-catherine-twomey.html

"Soul Of The Deer"

Thanks much to Woolworth Walk Gallery at 25 Haywood St. in downtown Asheville for the sale of this original oil, "Soul Of The Deer." The work is 9 X 12", infused with copper. Thrilled! #painting #painting #oil #nature #twomey #catherinetwomey #flow #contemporary #contemporaryart #award #awardwinning #internationalart #galleryart, #woolworthwalk #contemporarygallery #collector #collectors #artcommission #deerpainting #deerskull #deeranatomy #animalportrait #ashevilleartist

"Forest Deer Soul" by Catherine Twomey

"Forest Deer Soul" is a 9 X 12" framed oil from a skull I recently acquired. Such a mystery behind every creature I paint. Available soon at Woolworth Walk in Asheville.