“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:
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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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"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.
Some of the most striking views of the Blue Ridge are the long vistas like this. I was taken by the light hitting the rocks at sunset, as the shadows began to creep in. This is an original Contemporary Fresco on Aquabord and is framed in a perfectly suited chestnut frame, deep with color and texture. This ready to hang piece is 14.5” W X 11.5” H.Available here: https://www.catherinetwomey.com/new-products/valley-view-tgeth
"Valley View" Now On Offer!
Named Santa Rosa For A Reason....
Finishing up some paintings from the winter in Palm Desert; this of the Santa Rosa Mountains at sunset. More to go before I sleep. #catherinetwomey1
Study of the Santa Rosa Mountains; 8 X 8” Contemporary Fresco on Aquabord.
“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
"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
Tomorrow On Wescover
Check out this listing tomorrow, 4/30: https://www.wescover.com/items?q=catherine%20twomey
“Beaver Skull, Winter Light”, 9/5 X 9/5” Contemporary fresco. Having visited this favored beaver skull before, this time I used a new medium (watercolor), new board (Aquabord) and winter light. For whatever reason, this time the beaver's smile became more apparent. I have a feeling she will be painted again. Framed in a beautiful handmade burlwood frame, ready to hang.
Keywords: animal, animal portrait, fresco, skull, anatomy, animal skull, beaver skull, creative, creativity, catherine twomey, medical illustration, rendering, wash, watercolor, teeth, eye socket, canines, contemporary art, contemporary artist
“Colorado Cumulus”, 8 X 10” watercolor on Canson Board.
"Colorado Cumulus" Watercolor by C. Twomey
Just drove across the United States, from California to North Carolina - with lots of flat desert but incredible skies. This view took my breath away as the sun descended.
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.
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
"Storms A' Brewin" Watercolor Release
Certainly seems to be... "Storms a'Brewin", pigments on Kilimanjaro #140 watercolor paper, with oil sticks. Stay safe out there, and peace.
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”.
"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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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.
"Neopolitan" - Pigments On Aquabord by Twomey
A mountain inspired grouping of transparent pigments on Aquabord. Just the start of the series as I follow where it takes me.
Furthering The Animals
I am pleased to announce a new series of Pigments on Aquabord paintings, recently completed. This is just a preview image of two zebras I encountered in Kruger National Park at sunset. The prime viewing time for African animals is very early in the morning, or sunset. There was such a mystery to watching them end their day in companionship and light. This piece is 12 X 12” on 2” Aquabord and is varnished and ready to hang. It will be released soon.
"Tahquitz Canyon Waterfalls, Morning" Released!
A tranquil scene depicts a waterfall cascading between rocky cliffs into a serene pool, with sunlight illuminating the rocks and water. The interplay of soft colors creates a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere. This is at the top of the Tahquitz Canyon at Aqua Caliente in Palm Springs. Painted plain air.
This is a contemporary fresco on Aquabord. It does not need glass framing; it is varnished.
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The Glacial Experience
Painted along Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park, summer, 2024. It was 90 degrees, but the snow on the peaks still held up, shimmering in the sunlight. The glacial silt in the water made the most beautiful blues.
“Many Glaciers Lake”, 8 X 10” on Crescent board, archival.
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