Capture Summer’s Essence: ‘It’s Summer Inside’ Painting
It’s Summer Inside was inspired by a desire to capture the essence of a summer bouquet as autumn settles in. […]
Prisms of Light: A Colorful Journey in Art
Have you ever felt the magic in rainbows, that feeling of awe at nature’s own masterpiece? This painting is inspired […]
Seashells & Summer: A Nostalgic Painting Experience
Circling back to summer a little bit, this piece brings in a beachy feel with bright colors, shells, and the […]
Belgrade Lakes Painting: A Summer Escape
The feeling of summer and being on a lake, to me is like a grand escape. It is something special […]
“The Geometry of Morning”
In this oil painting, the shapes and patterns of morning come alive through intertwining circles, bold lines, and a vibrant […]
Imaginary Landscape Acrylic Painting: A Creative Expedition
This painting is an expedition into the past through nature with my sketchbook and paints. Inspired by a gathering of […]
“Vintage Apothecary” Painting: Explore the Beauty of Glass
“Vintage Apothecary” is my latest still life and is reflective of my continuing to work with the beauty of glass […]
Vibrant Summer Afternoon Oil Painting – Nostalgic Contemporary Art
This oil painting was inspired by the fresh, vibrant colors of summer found in a simple glass jar of zinnias […]
Colorful Still Life Artwork: “Patterned Harmony” – Original Oil Painting
Some vibrant, fun color was in order for this still life oil painting and I had the props to inspire […]
Bright Still Life Painting: Orchard Bounty on a Pedestal
Approaching painting this still life was a bit scary. I incorporated a lot of different shapes and colors into the […]
Colorful Oil Painting: Summer Fruit Bowl – Original Artwork
In creating this oil painting, I was inspired by a feeling of joy surrounding summer. Having a collection of bright […]
The Green Garden Oil Painting: Capturing the Essence of Friendship and Gardening
Each summer I take time to capture at least one painting of my yellow Iris. I love watching them come […]
“A Stationary Moment”: Vintage Chair and Fruit Painting
My journey as an artist always includes working with what is around me and what I have easy access to. […]
“Imaginary Travels”
Paintings often take me to places I’ve never really been. It’s occurred to me lately that although I’ve been places […]
“Spring Abstractions II”
“Spring Abstractions II” is a painting that was inspired by my neighbors cherry tree. This version was created in response […]
“The Flower Show”
Painting from photographs isn’t my favorite way to work, although at times it’s what I choose to do in order […]
CATHERINE J MARTZLOFF / Bright and Expressive Original Oil Paintings 