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Cathy Read
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How a Painting of the Wrong Victoria led to a Double Commission
When someone phones you up to buy a specific painting, and raves about it for 10 minutes, it’s natural to temper your expectations as many enquiries lead to nothing, so when I was emailed that it was the “Wrong Victoria” my first thought was… Here we go again.
Great Northern Railway Company.
What is it that appeals to you about your favourite place? I have many favourite places, but there are some things that they have in common. Great lighting makes a painting. I’m attracted to many types of lighting, for this one it’s the night light. The city at night takes on the charm, sometimes lacking
Cruisin’ the North Bank – Artist’s Meditation on a Contemporary Painting
A Dude in Camoflage trousers Skaeboards along the North Bank of the Thames, enjoying the joys of life in this relaxed yet vibrant Painting by Contemporary Artist Cathy Read.
London Coliseum
Not far from Trafalgar Square, is this fascinating theatre, very much a building of its time. Would you love to relive the performances held within these walls? How many memories and stories could it tell?
As Yet Untitled – Painting Titles Matter, which is why I take so long to decide.
Naming paintings can be hard. Pondering on this painting of the South Bank of the Thames has left me in a quandry. Do you have any ideas for a title for this painting?
Piccadilly Bound
Exploring Manchester by tram in this colourful original painting titled Piccadilly Bound by artist Cathy Read. Featuring Manchester Central, Beetham’s Tower and a yellow tram, Piccadilly Bound. Urban history meets contemporary architecture and transport.