Botanical Still Life-Original painting by Catherine Nolin

I spent Sunday working on this painting and was able to finish it today.  I felt very guilty in my studio all day yesterday while my husband raked the yard and then went on a hike alone. .  It was 60 degrees you know.  As I painted I kept thinking about the snow and cold and how hard it makes everything.  I thought about my mother who won’t be able to go out much once winter really sets in.  I guess that’s why I felt compelled to paint  a bouquet of flowers.
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This piece  is 8x10 painted with acrylics on stretched canvas.  The sides have been painted so no frame is needed.  Wired and ready to hang. 

                             

"Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." Pablo Picasso

October Giveaway Time!

With my outdoor art show schedule coming to an end, I can get back to more painting and posting and monthly giveaways. I am posting my Giveaways on Facebook so there's a bit more competition now. This month I am giving away a signed archival reproduction, matted and framed of this original painting, "Dreaming Of Italy". Simply leave a comment and you will be entered to win. Drawing is Oct. 17th. Be sure to leave a way for me to contact you if you should win! Thanks for all your lovely comments and support, Catherine

Secret Garden

I haven't posted anything in a few days because I am busy getting ready for an exhibit at Mass General Hospital in Boston and working on a few pieces for River Road Gallery in Wilton, CT.
I will be part of an on going exhibit at Massachusetts General Hospital's Cancer Center. The exhibit is called "Illuminations". The program was developed in order to create a visually healing environment for it's cancer patients. They believe the environment in which care is delivered can be used as a tool to aid healing. I am honored to be a part of this very special event. My work will be featured from February to May.