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.

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.

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"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 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!

I am a Featured Artist! Hope you can make it!

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.

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"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.

https://www.catherinetwomey.com/available/tahquitz-canyon-falls-morning-9-x-12-contemporary-fresco

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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Glacier National Park Paintings by Catherine Twomey

I just returned from a couple of weeks visit to Glacier National Park in Montana. It was a bucket-list trip, and so worth the effort. Daily hikes and painting sessions made the trip memorable. Only ran into one grizzly bear (one is enough….) and saw lots of mountain goats. This painting was from the front of Many Glacier Lodge, where lots of glaciers still exist and are so beautifully clean and reflective.

"Orchard Pass" Original by Catherine Twomey

Early spring venture up to a mountain pass orchard near my home. Painted plein air, in a field next to the apple trees. I was struck by the white blossoms of the apple trees against the receding mountains. This is an original painting on archival Crescent board, and is ready for framing.

Now available at this link: https://www.catherinetwomey.com/available/orchard-pass-watercolor-7-x-10

Plein Air Point Reyes Watercolor, Now Available

This professionally matted, high quality giclee print is now available at the following link:

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“Point Reyes Estuary

I sat above the ocean for about three hours, after having hiked from the last road towards the tip of Tomales Trail. While sitting here painting, a coyote slid by, his eye on me the entire time. I could hear the waves lapping against the shore as the tide came in. The pattern of the cliffs was of particular interest and beauty”