Oyster Bar

 

I know, it was supposed to be cat week, and then that turned into cat fortnight. But I became preoccupied with events and commissions, so I took this little intermission to post the newest painting I recently sent to Roux & Cyr International Fine Art Gallery in Portland, Maine. This Boston oyster bar is frequented by tourists and locals alike. There is no meal more refreshing in the summer than oysters and white wine or beer. Oil on 11" x 14" stretched linen. SOLD.

Stella and Sunflowers

 

Stella has had a long history with sunflowers. I painted a picture of her dragging one across the dining room table when she was a kitten. She is now twelve and still tries to smell and bite them when in close proximity to them. I made sure that she didn't do that when she jumped up to smell these ones from the farmers' market in an antique vase. But, I had to get a picture of her next to her favorite flower. And then I'm sure I took her for a walk outside to get some cat grass. She makes sure to eat her greens. Oil on 8" x 8" stretched linen. 25% of the painting's selling price will be used to help local cats in need. SOLD.

Birdwatching II

 

Tiny the cat watching birds through the window is the equivalent of a sports fanatic watching football on TV. She thinks she can get the birds even though a window separates her from them. Her entertainment entertains me. Oil on 8" x 8" stretched linen. 25% of the painting sale price will go toward helping local feral cats. SOLD.

Churro Shop

 

Churros is the breakfast of champions when walking the Camino de Santiago. I stopped at this cafe on the way out of Leon, Spain, and the perfectly fattening doughnut variation with chocolate and a side of coffee provided the energy to embark on the rainy walk. 

I unfortunately didn't give myself enough time to walk the entire Camino last year. I optimistically thought I could bike the Meseta, which would have allowed me to finish the Camino within four weeks, and then meet my then-husband for a post Camino vacation. I did not foresee illness, foot problems, or torrential downpours that would cost me days here and there. I knew those things could happen, but I ignored them, only envisioning the best possible outcome. Sadly, I accepted that biking the Meseta would not allow me to finish the entire 500 mile trek. After reassessing the situation, I decided to skip the middle by taking a bus from Najera to Leon. 

Many people think of completing the last 100 km from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela as a satisfactory pilgrimage, so I figured that it still counted. The night I arrived in Leon, I got down to business by washing all of my clothes in a real washer and dryer, and then I explored the town. During my explorations, I stumbled upon this churro shop and told myself I'd be back for breakfast the next morning. SOLD.

Trivia Night at the Pub

I'm not sure why I never posted this painting from last year. It is of a crowded pub in Edinburgh on trivia night. We had no idea this activity would take place, or we would have timed our visit better so we could participate. Oil on 12" x 18" stretched linen. SOLD.

Parisian Restaurant

People linger after a long lunch in Paris. Oil on 16" x 16" stretched linen. SOLD.

Cats Being Catty

These cats are giving each other the cold shoulder after exchanging paws. Oil on 12" x 12" stretched linen. Available at Christine Frechard Gallery until October 12th. SOLD.

Scottish Pub

Oil on 12" x 12" x 1 1/2" stretched linen. SOLD.

Waiters

Two waiters fulfilling their orders at a cafe on a busy day in Budapest. Oil on 16"h x 12"w x 1 1/2"d stretched linen. SOLD.

NYC Bookstore

These dogs patiently wait while their human purchases some new books at a store in New York. Oil on 16" x 16" stretched linen. SOLD.

Sending a Text

This is a painting of my cousin's girlfriend checking her phone before one of our dinners. I feel grateful that my family puts up with dinner sometimes turning into a photo shoot for artistic subject matter. I still socialize, though... I can talk and take pictures at the same time! Unfortunately I sometimes prevent people from eating right away if I see a potential painting. Oil on 14"h x 11"w x 1 1/2" stretched linen. This is one of the paintings in my exhibit at Gallery on 43rd Street in Pittsburgh, PA.

Dinner for Two

This couple enjoys a cozy dinner on a chilly evening. Oil on 12"h x 9"w x 1 1/2" stretched linen. SOLD.

Between Shifts

These waiters are prepping for the big dinner shift at a restaurant in Paris. Oil on 11"h x 14" w stretched linen.

The Market

A transaction is in progress at the market at Grand Central Station. I'm pretty sure I placed an order for some exotic goat cheese after snapping the reference photo for this painting. Oil on 16"h x 12"w stretched linen.

Comfy Cat

Stella was comfortably sitting on the sofa when I interrupted her to take the reference photo for this painting. I liked how she propped herself on the pillows to get a good vantage point of the birds outside. It was a bit of a challenge to distinguish between the cat and the pillows that almost match her calico fur. Oil on 9"h x 12" w stretched linen.

The Kitchen Supervisor

Since gaining the ability to jump onto the kitchen countertop, my kitten, Alfred, supervises the preparation of every meal, and also makes sure I clean up properly. He likes to chirp at the bubbles that escape the dish soap bottle and float into the air. Oil on 12"h x 9"w stretched linen. SOLD.

Afternoon Tea for One

The tea and cake were for me, but Stella the cat decided she wanted a bite. Oil on 12"h x 9"w stretched linen. If you are interested in purchasing, the link below provides gallery contact information. SOLD.

Cupcake, Coffee and Brandy

 Oil on 9"h x 11"w x 1"d stretched linen. If you are interested in purchasing, the link below contains gallery contact information. SOLD.

Cat and Cake

This is the first painting in my series of paintings featuring cats and desserts. Though cats are supposed to like (and need) a protein rich diet, my Stella also likes carbs. Oil on 11"h x 14"w x 1" stretched linen. If you are interested in purchasing, the link below contains gallery contact information. 

Dinner at the Enoteca

This is a behind the scenes view of a cook working at an enoteca (wine bar) in Florence, Italy. He takes a break from preparing meat and cheese boards to pour a glass of wine for a customer. Oil on 11"h x 14"w x 1 1/2" stretched canvas. SOLD.