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.
Moving Out of my Comfort Zone – Hosting My First Solo Exhibition Read More »
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.
Evolving a Style – Falling in Love with Architecture Read More »
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.
From Caricatures to Abstracts, Evolving a style Read More »
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
On a sunny day in London, Crowds and traffic cross over the Thames in this painting showing Tower Bridge from an usual perspective. It’s often seen square on from the Thames. This angle shows the lacework details of the bastule railings picked out in white, a very proper decoration for a Victorian masterpiece.
Crossing Tower Bridge – artist thoughts Read More »
Original painting by contemporary artist Cathy Read. Featuring St Leonard’s Church in Middleton, Greater Manchester, with its distinctive wooden tower.
Wooden Tower of St Leonards – Just the Art Read More »
