TV Alert: AP Executive Editor on Morning Joe Tuesday
TV ALERT! My sister in law, Kathleen Carroll: The Executive Editor of the Associated Press will appear on "Morning Joe" tomorrow to discuss today's revelation that your government secretly obtained the phone records of the AP (http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/national-security/under-sweeping-subpoenas-justice-department-obtained-ap-phone-records-in-leak-investigation/2013/05/13/11d1bb82-bc11-11e2-89c9-3be8095fe767_story.html) in what will surely go down as one of the most chilling, anti-First Amendment acts in the history of the republic.The time? Well, we're not sure. She could be on at 6 a.m. She could be on at 8 a.m. I'm setting up to record no matter what time.
Red Barn Star
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| Red Barn Star by Twomey |
Coming from the Midwest, it's still hard for me to believe how beautiful the Blue Ridge mountains are. Throw in the history here and I get all carried away.
This is an 8 X 10" oil on linen board.
Huckstep's Garage Redux And Beyond
Just finished this latest rendition of Huckstep's Garage in Free Union, VA. This was commissioned by the person whose father actually made the "Huckstep's Garage" sign on the right. This iconic set of buildings just sold, and I'm hoping beyond hope they won't be razed, but rehabbed instead.
This almost brings to an end a large number of commissions I've been working on since October. There's a sea change coming as well. Meaning, I'm feeling an overwhelming need to paint in a vastly new way.
Representational is good. But of late, however, it's not been enough. Having "done" representational and accurate forever, I need to dig deeper and see what's there. There's this unavoidable need to move beyond and into a previously untapped expressiveness. That, I think, will be the next step, and as per usual, I'm gung ho to get going. Look out! No promises being made, but a deluge of energy pouring forth.
Scenes From The Julia Sweeney Michael Blum Wedding
Sequence of Rick Freeman (note Men's Warehouse tux!) and me at Julia Sweeney's fabulous wedding. During the reception the lobby was set up with a photo booth and thru the night guest's souls were captured for all eternity. So here we are, from dignified to not-so. Just a tiny glass of wine and all hell broke loose. Really wish I had some shots of me dancing with Kim Dickens!
http://tv.msnbc.com/2013/04/
Photo Booth Capturing Our Souls
http://tv.msnbc.com/2013/04/
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Julie Sweeney on the Today Show IN A FEW MINUTES!
Julia Sweeney appearing on The Today Show (ttps://www.facebook.com/pages/NBC-Studio-Tour/176413765742819?fref=ts&rf=154249251255451) this morning - any moment now! - here's a photo of Julia and her new husband Michael I took at their wedding in Hollywood a few years ago. The BEST and MOST FUN WEDDING ever, officiated by Father Guido Sarducci (http://www.fathersarducci.com/) with appearances by Jill Sobule (https://www.facebook.com/JillSobule?fref=ts) and other glamorous luminaries who already get enough publicity. OK, back to reality, headed to the dentist so I'm finished plugging Julia Sweeney for the moment, thank your lucky stars....
Julia Sweeney on the Today Show Wednesday 4/3/13
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| Julia Sweeney |
And if you need a great laugh, take a look & listen here.
Amazon.com
Julia Sweeney on Morning Joe
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| Julia Sweeney "If It's Not One Thing, It's Your Mother" Book Promotion |
Julia is on Morning Joe right at this moment to promote her new book, "If It's Not One Thing, It's Your Mother".
She sent me a copy yesterday. I'm in Chapter 23 "Hinky Dink is Sinking" along with our family's history. It's a wonderful, heartfelt read that at times was difficult to read without laughing and/or crying.
It's weird - I'm SO nervous for her, and this is what she does! And she's really good at it!
Knock 'em Dead, Julia. Love, Catherine
Red Horse Barn Snow Storm Virginia
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| Red Horse Barn Snow Storm Virginia |
Spring Snow Storm Yellow Barn
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| Wakefield Farm Spring Snow Storm and the Yellow Barn |
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Snowstorm Dappled Gray Horse
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Cousin Julia Sweeney's New Book Almost Released!
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| Julia Sweeney on SNL as Pat - Early 90's |
My fabulous cousin Julia Sweeney's new book, "If It's Not One Thing, It's Your Mother" is being released April 1!
It can be ordered through Amazon, and not that I'm biased or anything, but I'm certain it's going to be wonderful, because that's Julia.
Have a wonderful day; I'm going to make certain I do.
Happy St. Pat's!
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| St. Patrick's Day Chicago, 1969, Marion Donahue Ryan Sigler in the Parade |
Here's my grandmother, Marion Donahue Ryan Sigler, happy as can be in the St. Patty's Day Parade, Chicago (State & Wacker) St. Pat's Day, 1969. That's the famous Marina Towers in the background (I think they'd just been built), along with thousands of her Irish-for-the-Day friends. Love the coat & green flowers! And yes, the Chicago River had been dyed a brilliant green, too..
Barn Door Blue Bucket Photo
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| Blue Bucket Barn Door |
This was a shot from the inside of the horse barn. The glowing blue bucket; the canoe; the light - were irresistible. There is no peace like that inside a horse barn. It's the opposite of sitting all day at a computer. Organic? You bet. In a very, very good way.
There may be a painting done of this in the near future. In the meantime, prints can be purchased here:
http://catherine-twomey.artistwebsites.com/art/all/landscapes/all
Have a great weekend.
Medical Illustrations & Communications
If you aren't interested in licensing my medical illustraitons, please visit the following link: https://catherine-twomey.squarespace.com/config/
The following represent a thirty year in-the-making body of work. Sectors represented include advertising agencies, medical education companies, corporations, schools, publishers, physicians, small businesses, medical legal firms, charities and more.
Published on the cover of
Hospital Practice Journal
article on lung pathologies.
Publication on the
Causes of Pain
; illustration showing the anatomy of the peripheral nerve fibers.
Conceptual cover illustration for a medical education symposium on
Cardiovascular Disease
Medical legal illustration used as evidence in a automobile accident case
where the spinal vertebra were fractured.
Interactive program on the
Senses: Hearing
and the connections between the ear and brain.
Two illustrations above currently used in a charitable South African program, teaching nurses how to recognize pediatric ocular pathologies in order to prevent blindness.
Anagen Phase of Follicular Development
for a hair growth pharmaceutical product.
Pathologies of Red Blood Cells
, publication.
Comparison of normal venous dynamics vs.
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
, created for medical education company for cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.
Anatomy and Physiology
book showing the
Bilipid Cell Membrane
Partuition: Nine-month Fetus
for medical legal case.
Pediatric Digestive System
for publication.
Cellular Tree Structure
for book on biology.
Animal and Plant Cells
for book on anatomy.
Equine Digestive System
for United States Dressage Federation publication.
Cruciate Ligaments
for anatomy book.
Knee Ligaments for anatomy book.
Interactive Program for
Transplant Patients: Dialysis Illustration
New Page Added: Medical Illustration and Communications
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| Pediatric medical education for nurses in South Africa: Ocular Diseases, Astigmatism |
If you have a moment, please feel free to take a look at samples of my medical illustration and communications work:
/catherinetwomeyart/p/medical-illustrations-communications.html
Thanks!
Yosemite Merced River Wild
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| Yosemite Merced River Wild |
This was the year of overflow snow and subsequent water in Yosemite, when over 14 people lost their lives trying to cross the river and falls like this one. Bear was in the air.
Wear Your Helmet USDF Illustration
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| Lateral Brain Structures and Skull ©2013 C. Twomey • All Rights Reserved |
Equestrian head/brain injuries are no joke. They can happen in an instant and change lives forever. So NOT worth the risk. Check it out.
Exhibition of Medical Illustration
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| Medical Illustration by Anita Impagliazzo
A very talented medical illustrator friend, Anita Impagliazzo, is headlining a show of her wonderful illustration work at St. Catherine's school in Richmond VA. The Mullen Hall science building first floor is filled with Anita's fantastic work in the new state-of-the art science center for high school girls. I am honored to be represented in the exhibition (2nd floor atrium) along with my peers from MediVisuals (Richmond) as well as several other independent biocommunicators.
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| Medical Illustration by Catherine Twomey |
Hucksteps Garage III
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| Huckstep's Garage III |
The focus on this version is the sign on the garage to the right, above the door. The commissioner of this painting has an actual connection to the sign maker, his father, who created the iconic "Huckstep's Garage" sign in the 1960's.
I just love the emotional human connections that keep popping up as I work my way around, painting Albemarle County.
New rumor about old Free Union History: Huckstep's, Maupin's Store, etc., known as the "Free Union Mall (!)" have all recently been put on the market and sold within days for the asking price.
I really, really, hope whoever purchased these irreplaceable landmarks decide to rehab, not replace. There's a great winery just up north on Free Union Road, The Glass House Winery that combined with this historic group of buildings possibly offering touristy services would make a great day drive visit for visitors from around the world to this area.
Quintessential Virginia, indeed.