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?
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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.
Meet me on the Corner
Manchester glows at night, especially around St Peter’s Square and Albert Square. Cities are at their best at night time. The lights never fail to turn the drabbest of scenes into magical spaces. Especially where the architecture is as stunning as Manchester Central Library and the Midland Hotel.
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Capturing the Timeless Majesty of London in Paint.
A Rendezvous at the Victoria and Albert Museum is the central theme of this painting of the Iconic London Landmark painted by contemporary artist Cathy Read. Who wonders, What’s the story behind the waiting ffigures?
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Moving Out of my Comfort Zone – Hosting My First Solo Exhibition
Art only comes to life when it’s on display but the first solo exhibition for an artist is a major step. Although I’ve had bigger events, my first one as Cathy Read “The Artist” was probably the most nerve wracking.
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Evolving a Style – Falling in Love with Architecture
Every artist starts somewhere. My architecture journey started with this one here. My technique has developed and, arguably, improved but early experiments have their own unique charm.
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From Caricatures to Abstracts, Evolving a style
Every artist has to find their own style. Sometimes discovering the route to that style can take you through a number of twists and turns.
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Alley Bike
This bike was in an alley by the side of a Costa Cafe in Piccadilly. A few steps to the right, the world passes by on busy bustling streets with cars creeping between sets of lights. The bike was chained to the railings and it’s saddle missing, but it didn’t feel abandoned. I suspect the