This painting was sold a while ago, but I’m happy to say it lives on. “Sedona Afternoon Sun” is currently being added to the Mission Hospital Advanced Medicine Collection.
Jefferson Cup, Tomato, Rocks and Me
Still Living Momentarily
Just posted this image up for sale in my Shop. Maybe a play on words & images, but it is a time for reflection.
For as long as I can remember, I have wanted and loved horses. There was no family equine history; no ponies for birthdays - just an intense desire to learn and love them. My mom would always tell people she had no idea where I came up with the addiction. My dad would tell me I could get a horse when we quit paying taxes (!).
Many people think that those who have horses are wealthy. In some quarters, this may be true, but most horse people I've known over the last 30 years put all of their hard-earned time, love, energy and money into their equine passion. I've been one of those people. It hasn't been easy as I started later than most and had to learn thru thick or thin.
Over the years I've been lucky enough to own three horses and lease one. They were all wonderful, each with their own strengths and personality who never stopped giving no matter what I asked.
I am now horseless, in a new albeit very horsey state. I thought I would immediately pick up where I had left off with those magnificent animals. Odd thing, though, is: the thrill seems to be gone.
It's a hell of a sport. It's dangerous, expensive, time consuming and for the young. I have known two people who've been killed, two who were paralyzed from the neck down and countless friends that have been kicked, bitten, stomped on, run away with and so on
At the same time, I've gained confidence, extraordinary balance, soft & kind hands, good horsey friends and the intense unconditional love only an animal can give a human.
It feels like time for a break. Or possibly a recognition that how I felt once can change; or subliminal denial has finally been allowed to surface front and center.
What I do notice most, however, is a sense of relief at having more time and energy to create. Here goes.
Indian Horsehair Vase & Lemon; A First Meeting
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| Indian Horsehair Vase & Lemon; A First Meeting |
This is an oil of a cherished American Indian made horsehair vase, painted with a fresh slice of lemon. This is the official documentation of their first meeting; an auspicious meeting in Sedona, Arizona where I spent a joyous week painting with fellow artists.
The kind of organic work I want to continue once settled in California.
African Shell and Rock, In Conversation
Just posted this:
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| African Shell and Rock, In Conversation |
To Fine Art America, where prints of it up to 43 X 60" can be purchased. Found this wonderful Sedona red rock outside the studio one day, the same day I found this smooth, pearlescent African shell in a mystical mysterious Sedona-type shop.
Moving to California on Saturday. No really, I am. To Danville, which is in the East Bay of San Francisco. I am so looking forward to painting new landscapes, people, horses and whatever else crosses my path. We're going to take two weeks to get there, seeing all kinds of friends along the way in Cleveland, Chicago, Montana and finally San Fran. Time for a good, good change.
BTW, the original is for sale. Email or give me a call at 262-893-4126 & we'll talk.
Sedona, Arizona Print Sold
Catherine Twomey sold a 20.00" x 16.00" print on FineArtAmerica.com! Please visit:
to purchase prints. Thank you.
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| Sedona At Sunset |
Jefferson Cup, Tomato and Sedona Rocks Auction
Auction ends today! This is an extraordinary opportunity to own an original, quality oil painting by an internationally award winning TED participant. Thank you for your attention.
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| Jefferson Cup, Tomato and Sedona Rocks |
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| Sample framing, Jefferson Cup, Tomato and Sedona Rocks |
Back from Sedona; with a Jefferson Cup & Tomato
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| Jefferson Cup With Tomato And Sedona Rocks |
This original oil painting, 7 X 5", will be offered at auction starting tomorrow. The painting is unframed, but if you frame it it will look like the image below.
The good news is the fire burned no structures and is almost contained. The bad news is the future for similar fires and heat in Sedona is very real, and quite frightening. The cause? Too many people (with their body heat), oh, yes - and global warming. Felt very real while I was there.
Auction Ends Soon for "Sedona Day's End"!!!
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| Sedona Day's End (oil on linen, 8 X 10") |
The auction for Sedona Day's End is ending later today! Please visit this link to place your bid.
As the sun climbed down thru the sky, I was on a bluff painting en plein air (live) as quickly as I could. This was my first trip in 30 years to Sedona, Arizona, but oh, was I glad to see such a sight.
The rocks really are that color, the mist hangs over the valley and I only had about an hour or so to get my impressions down. I was surrounded by fellow artists, equally inspired, and we were so focused on nature's brief gift of a spectacular sunset.
I'm heading back to Sedona in May, and can't wait to relive the other-worldly red rock offerings.
This original oil on archival linen board is 8" X 10", and is unframed.
Thank you for your interest.
"Sedona Day's End" Auction Ending Today!
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| Sedona Day's End (oil on linen, 8 X 10") |
The auction for Sedona Day's End is ending later today! Please visit this link to place your bid.
As the sun climbed down thru the sky, I was on a bluff painting en plein air (live) as quickly as I could. This was my first trip in 30 years to Sedona, Arizona, but oh, was I glad to see such a sight.
The rocks really are that color, the mist hangs over the valley and I only had about an hour or so to get my impressions down. I was surrounded by fellow artists, equally inspired, and we were so focused on nature's brief gift of a spectacular sunset.
I'm heading back to Sedona in May, and can't wait to relive the other-worldly red rock offerings.
This original oil on archival linen board is 8" X 10", and is unframed.
Thank you for your interest.
Sedona Day's End Oil Painting Auction
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| Sedona Day's End |
To view Sedona Day's End Auction (starts on 2/4/14) click below:
As the sun climbed down thru the sky, I was on a bluff painting en plein air (live) as quickly as I could. This was my first trip in 30 years to Sedona, Arizona, but oh, was I glad to see such a sight.
The rocks really are that color, the mist hangs over the valley and I only had about an hour or so to get my impressions down. I was surrounded by fellow artists, equally inspired, and we were so focused on nature's brief gift of a spectacular sunset.
I'm heading back to Sedona in May, and can't wait to relive the other-worldly red rock offerings.
This original oil on archival linen board is 8" X 10", and is unframed.
This painting would look like this if framed:
This painting would look like this if framed:
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| Sedona Day's End Sample Framed |