"Walk, Trot and Canter Revealed" by C. Twomey ©2016
Equine/horse daVinci Print Series on Offer
"Walk, Trot and Canter Revealed" by C. Twomey ©2016
Please note that the current low pricing for the series of DaVinci Horse prints by C. Twomey will be increasing after October 31, 2016. To order click:
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The Horse's Canter Revealed by C. Twomey ©2016
Gifting? Equine Art Price Increase after 10.31.16
Please note that the current low (low) pricing for the series of DaVinci Horse prints by C. Twomey will be increasing after October 31, 2016. To place an order, click:
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Price increases after 10.31.2016 for DaVinci Equine Work
Please note that the current low (low) pricing for the series of DaVinci Horse prints by Catherine Twomey will be increasing after October 31, 2016. To place an order immediately, click on:
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WTC: Walk, Trot and Canter by C. Twomey ©2016
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A Gift for Every Horse Lover: Walk, Trot and Canter (The Gaits Revealed), by C. Twomey
These completely original, heavily researched and professionally created images are on sale now. You will not find a more creative and beautiful gift for the horse lover in your life.
DaVinci Walk, Trot, Canter and Piaffe Equine Images.
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"The Horse's Walk Revealed" by C. Twomey, ©2016
"The Horse's Trot Revealed" by C. Twomey, ©2016
"The Horse's Canter Revealed" by C. Twomey, ©2016
How all three would appear displayed together:
These award-winning horse images are from the series by C. Twomey, renowned internationally recognized illustrator featuring accurate and beautifully executed images that will bring joy to every recipient.
"Commissioned for the cover of the "United States Dressage Federation" magazine Connections, it was inspired by "The Vitruvian Man" by Leaonardo da Vinci circa 1487. This could be considered the "Canon of Proportions" for the horse performing the dressage movement piaffe. It is based on the correlations of ideal horse proportions with geometry. It exemplifies the blend of art and science during the Renaissance.
Winning painting/illustration of the American Horse Publications Annual Awards, First Place in Illustration for "Da Vinci Horse", 2007. This print shows an anatomically accurate transparent horse and skeleton."
Moxie in the Maples, Vermont
That's my wonderful, spoiled dog Moxie in the lower left, galavanting through the turning maple leaves in Rochester, Vermont. Thinking of doing a painting of this, as I like how the shadows and slope appear. Every day brings a new round of color and peace.
"A Mood of Good" Sold
Painted this outside recently. The Vermont trees are starting to turn, with the reds first and some oranges starting to appear. It's just stunning.
Saw a grey fox down the road today, happily eating apples in the road. There's a steady rain today but it's not bringing me down - it's a day to stay inside (after the dog walk) and get things done.
Thank you to the collector from Germany for your purchase. Much appreciated!
From California to Vermont
Two dogs, two humans.
Made it driving across the country this summer. It was time to leave California for the green, less crowded spaces of Vermont. I hope to find a final destination in the next month. It will be a relief to settle down again.
There's been some time to paint plein air. Here is a piece I let loose on last week. The trees are more than beginning to get a touch of fall, and move a little closer to their leaf departure daily. This is oil on linen, 8 X 10", of the "Vermont Back Forty."
Thomas Jefferson's White Oak Tree On The Way To James Madison's For Afternoon Tea
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.
African Shell and Rock, In Conversation
"Indian Horsehair Vase and Lemon: A First Meeting" Listed For Sale Today
Having just moved a household, family and two dogs across the country to northern California, I am happy to be getting back to painting. There is nothing like finishing a new work that moves my goals one step closer.
Still Living Momentarily
Don't know quite why this is on my mind. Maybe since I just moved 3,000 miles, from Virginia to California.
When I was a tiny kid, I have vague memories of picking up the phone off the wall in our kitchen in Naperville, Illinois, knowing my mom was on the extension. I don't remember knowing how to turn the dial to get numbers; maybe that hadn't even been invented yet. I could hear multiple chattering, somewhat familiar voices, which suddenly stopped when my phone clicked on. A dark pause led to my mother admonishing me to hang up the phone, please. Of course I did.
Those were party lines; mid-fifties. And party those women did with that new fangled machine, able to gossip easily, locally and with many households all at once. Somewhere in an AT&T or Ma Bell building, another woman sat at a huge console, plugging-in and linking wires so the neighborhood could run rampant.
Here we are, 3,000 miles from where we were a month ago and half a century from that memory. My iPhone 5s made the journey too. It has so many magical things it can do, I've only learned to use a fraction. Maybe it too can party-line, but what women now sit around the house and have the time or energy to gossip?
I didn't even have to change the number to use it in my new-found paradise, though some people ask why I have a Wisconsin area code (from two moves ago).
Imagine.
Recent Article About My Work
Had a nice write-up on emptyeasel.com - glad to have found it and grateful for the thoughtful prose:
Catherine Twomey: Diverse Paintings in Oil & Watercolor
Catherine Twomey’s artwork depicts who she is at the moment, and the fact of the matter is her interests are ever changing. So, it makes sense that her artwork spans from still life to landscapes to animal portraits—and then some!
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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.
ARTISTS ALERT!!! Call for Copyright Action!!!!
Fellow artists,
The 1976 Copyright Act is being written, and NOT for the good of artist's rights. It is critical that all artists who want and need their revenue streams, royalties and indeed, the creative ownership of their own work to remain intact, then your input is needed immediately.
Once the law is rewritten, then the opportunity to make a difference is lost.
Until Thursday, July 23, 2015, you may contact the Copyright Office and submit your opinion. If you want to know the background about this complex but very important issue, then you will find an in-depth interview on youtube. The interview is titled:
"Everything You Know About Copyright Is About To Change - Brad Holland"
The 1976 Copyright Act is being written, and NOT for the good of artist's rights. It is critical that all artists who want and need their revenue streams, royalties and indeed, the creative ownership of their own work to remain intact, then your input is needed immediately.
Once the law is rewritten, then the opportunity to make a difference is lost.
Until Thursday, July 23, 2015, you may contact the Copyright Office and submit your opinion. If you want to know the background about this complex but very important issue, then you will find an in-depth interview on youtube. The interview is titled:
"Everything You Know About Copyright Is About To Change - Brad Holland"
Here is the LINK.
In 2008 over 100 artists from all walks of life spent our own time, money and energy to go to Washington DC. We rallied thousands of artists to send in their work samples, letters, etc. and we went to the offices (and often met with) every Senator and member of the House of Representatives to let them know what we expected from them.
We have lawyers (often pro bono) and have hired lobbyists to represent artist's rights. The bill died from the pressure put on artists from across the country.
It is time to fight for our rights again.
Thank you.
Catherine Twomey
Board Certified Medical Illustrator
Fine Artist, Currently Licensing Over 20 fine art images
In 2008 over 100 artists from all walks of life spent our own time, money and energy to go to Washington DC. We rallied thousands of artists to send in their work samples, letters, etc. and we went to the offices (and often met with) every Senator and member of the House of Representatives to let them know what we expected from them.
We have lawyers (often pro bono) and have hired lobbyists to represent artist's rights. The bill died from the pressure put on artists from across the country.
It is time to fight for our rights again.
Thank you.
Catherine Twomey
Board Certified Medical Illustrator
Fine Artist, Currently Licensing Over 20 fine art images
ARTISTS ALERT!!!! The Copyright Laws Are Being Re-Written!!!!
YOUR INPUT IS NEEDED, ASAP. Thank you.
Working BIG on this ancient Virginia White Oak
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| Viginia White Oak, 12 X 24", oil on gessoed birch |
Gosh am I having a good time lately. I am loving finally getting to paint this rather famous white oak tree in Earlysville, VA. I pass it almost daily and it's really gotten to me over the years. I only paint what I have great fondness for, and this is one of those things. Rumor has it it's well over 200 years old, and that Thomas Jefferson noted it when he'd pass it on the way to visit James Madison's home at Montpelier.
I've learned that what's really unique about this particular species of oak is the tulip-shaped trunk. It's very wide at the base and narrows rather quickly, hence the "tulip shape." I hope it lives forever.
I spent a lovely morning photographing and sketching it and have been just itching to do this. This is the first LARGE (for me) painting I've done in years, and it's a welcome change. Going to keep going on this about 3/4 finished piece to finish before I hit the road for California then New York City next week.
Auction Ending In 8 Hours! Original, Custom Framed Country Store!
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This original, custom framed oil painting by internationally award-winning artist
Catherine Twomey speaks to the nostalgia of warm summer days. Painted en plein air
(outside, on site), it is of a Virginia General Store. It oozes the heat and light of a
late summer afternoon, where the old pumps sit waiting for their next customer along the shadowed country road.
I painted this building because it has become an old friend; I pass it almost daily. It's
design and classic beauty were obvious. I spent hours painting it as the day waned,
but loved every minute.
On archival linen board, the size of the painting is 5 X 7", with the frame it comes to
9.5 X 11". The frame is custom made by King of Frames (California) and is a rich
brown wood with a gold lining and very well made, ready to hand. It sets the painting
off beautifully and will enhance any setting.
The colors, texture, contrasts of light and shadow evoke the emotions of the 1940's,
when this store was built. It is a southern classic still serving a contemporary clientele
with dignity and charm.
Background
My artwork has been featured at the world renowned TED (Technology, Education and
Design) conference (TED MED in San Diego, on huge high definition screens throughout
the exhibition center). I recently won the nationally acclaimed ArtInPlace competition in
Virginia which placed a 12' X 24' mural on aluminum of my work, now seen by thousands
of commuters daily. Two museums currently house my art: The William H. Benton
Museum in Connecticut, and The LLoyd Museum in Cincinnati, Ohio. It was a great
honor to be asked to exhibit and I continue to add to their collections. Speaking of
collections, my work is a part of hundreds of private collections worldwide.I've won many
national and international awards for my artwork, and am a published author which
means I have no excuse for bad writing or editing. Mea culpa. I'm not nearly as good a
writer as my brother Steve, who won a Pulitzer Prize and has some books in the works.
I do, however, try.I have studied with some of the best artistic and scientific minds in the
world: fellow medical illustrators. Leonardo da Vinci is considered the first medical
illustrator, and his knowledge, technical abilities and deep curiosity are benchmarks
for the field. As a Board Certified Medical Illustrator, I have had the privilege to know
and learn directly from some of the most extraordinarily talented, smart and influential
visionaries living today.Fine art influencers include Georgia O'Keefe, da Vinci,
Rembrandt and Degas. I look to their struggles and triumphs, and their unflinching
persistence.
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| Auction Notes: | My artwork has been featured at the world renownedTED (Technology, Education and Design) conference (TED MED in San Diego, on huge high definition screens throughout the exhibition center). I recently won the nationally acclaimedArtInPlacecompetition in Virginia which placed a 12' X 24' mural on aluminum of my work, now seen by thousands of commuters daily. Two museums currently house my art: The William H. Benton Museum in Connecticut, andThe LLoyd Museum in Cincinnati, Ohio. It was a great honor to be asked to exhibit and I continue to add to their collections. Speaking of collections, my work is a part of hundreds of private collections worldwide.
Fine art influencers includeGeorgia O'Keefe, da Vinci, Rembrandt and Degas. I look to their struggles and triumphs, and their unflinching persistence.
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Auction Ending Tomorrow! Original Oil by C. Twomey
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| "East Fall Blue Ridge No. 4" oil on linen board, C. Twomey Please Click HERE to view the AUCTION!
This 8 X 10" on archival board oil painting is from a series, the first of which won the nationally acclaimed "ArtInPlace" competition and was reproduced into a 12 X 24' mural along a busy highway in Charlottesville, VA. Can't get enough of the Blue Ridge mountains, especially in the fall. This view is from Skyline Drive, looking towards the east around sunset in the fall. I've painted it four times now, and that's still not enough! This particular painting is more luminous than previous works, as the technique evolves.
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