Sleeping Tiger

Just got back from a sister's weekend at the Cape. As many of you know I have five older sisters, and one younger brother. It was a year ago last week that we all went to Sicily, so we decided to have a reunion. I hate to sound cliche but I can't believe how quickly time goes by.

I began this small painting last week before I left and just now finished it. What can I say, I love cats especially tiger striped ones. We always had one growing up. Here I really wanted to work with multiple patterns and lots of contrast. This piece is 8x10 painted with acrylic paints on stretched cotton and linen. The sides have been painted so no frame is needed. For sale in my Etsy Shop.

The Winner Of July Giveaway is..........

Bella is the winner of my "Picatso" fine art giveaway for July!

Congratulations Bella. Thanks for following my blog. Let me know where you would like your framed print shipped.

May Fine Art Giveaway!

Here we are already May 12th and time for my monthly giveaway. This month, if you join my blog , become a follower, you will be automatically entered to win a gorgeous reproduction of this original painting. May is one of my favorite months. The trees and flowers are so vibrant and fresh looking. Even our front lawn looks (temporarily) good! Buy an inexpensive 11x14 frame at the craft store with a built in mat for under $20, pop in this print and you're good to go. The winner will be randomly chosen on May 29th.

Painting for Nancy

This is a commission piece I just finished for a client in Lexington , MA. I enjoyed incorporating her favorite Saint, shown on the pillow, her longing for happy times in California and her kitty, and her pet pig! Oh and she was a punk rocker in the 80's!

This painting was 16x20 done on stretched cotton and framed with a beautiful burnished gold plein air frame.

Mediterranean Nap Original painting by Catherine Nolin

Here is my newest painting inspired by my love of bold pattern and color and of course cats. If you are wondering if my cat looks like this one, since I seem to paint this type of cat a lot, the answer is that I don't actually have a cat! I have had many felines over the years and striped tabby's are my favorite. I plan on getting another one some day but Abbey our yellow lab didn't do too well with Barney our last tiger cat. Barney took off when we brought Abbey home. My kids say they have actually seen him living in another neighborhood. He just couldn't handle a young goofy yellow lab puppy so he packed up and left. Now, I am afraid if I bring home a little crazy kitten , Abbey now 8 years old, will take off and move to another neighborhood. I can't have that.

My Reproductions

I thought I would mention that prints of my original paintings are all available through my Etsy shop. You can click on the icon to the left and view them. My 8x10's are only $12.00 and are superior quality. Most prints are also available in 11x14 for $26.00. You have to really see one to appreciate the velvety rich colors. They are shipped in a safe protective mailer. They are perfect for matting and slipping into a 11x14 frame or can be easily popped into an 8x10 frame with out the mat. They make a great inexpensive gift.

Also my package of 7 assorted note cards are the same high quality prints. They are packaged in a little shopping bag with my logo for only 18.00 plus shipping.

11x14 Abstract Interior

I've been feeling a little stressed with the holiday's coming and with that my painting always seems to go in a more abstract direction. I find it very relaxing and calming to paint with out restrictions or boundaries. The work becomes more about surface texture and color mixing.
This piece is done on stretched canvas that has been gallery wrapped , sides painted so no frame is needed.
It's available for sale in my Etsy shop.

My New Designs

These are some new designs I have created for reproduction.