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a painter of many things with a unique and distinctive style

working in hertfordshire, inspired by the world

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latest show

3 - 15 october

10am - 4pm each day (closed mondays)

an exhibition of new paintings of the town in the town

excited to show you my latest artworks

detailed views and compositions that deserve to be seen in person

mapping and highlighting my favourite places in Hitchin

make space gallery

With a distinctive style that is both popular and unique, Cathy paints work that is easily recognisable and has featured in galleries and exhibitions across Hertfordshire.

Taking inspiration from all around, the paintings describe experiences, places and events.  The subjects and locations are diverse, including memories of travels near and far, using details from sketches and photos.

The images are built up in layers of oil colour with brushes and a palette knife which adds a textural quality yet retains the lines of the initial drawing.

As a professional artist, Cathy paints full time from her studio in Hitchin.  

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about cathy

an alphabet of birds

An oil painting on canvas, measuring 60x180cm, and featuring an entire A-Z of birds

 

Originally featured in "Cathy's Birds" exhibition , September 2023,

this large piece is now finished and will be on display at The Wynd Gallery from 7-15 June

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KINGFISHERS GIN

Boozey Birds

'Gin Prints with a Twist' – a charming collection of still life arrangements featuring gin bottles and their botanical ingredients, complete with playful bird-themed puns.

 

Limited Edition Prints and Greetings Cards.

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