Hello Reader, It’s here! My biggest sale of 2025 has officially begun — and everything in my shop is 20% off now through Monday, December 1st at 11:59 PM EST. This is my biggest sale of the year — enjoy it all, and may you have a beautiful holiday season! xo, Cathy Use code HOLIDAY20 at checkout. ✨ Everything is included: All online classes Art Journal Alchemy (first time EVER on sale!) Joy of Painting 2026 – A Year of Flowers (Annual Membership) Oracle decks 2026 Calendars Prints & greeting...
25 days ago • 2 min read
Bonjour Reader! Today is our LAST DAY of EARLY BIRD PRICING for "Botanica: from Petal to Pendant" -- the lovely art retreat in Perigord France in July 2026. When you book by midnight tonight, you will save 5% on the trip! If you've been on the fence, now is the perfect time to YES to adventure! We have such a wonderful group of women already coming on this trip, I know you will love all of them as well as Kate Sydney! This is going to be a fabulous group and a way to see one of the most...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader! There is something so magical about the Autumn light - if you look outside your window, you can see that everything suddenly looks golden. It's a wonderful time to paint sunflowers, zinnias and dahlias, and I want to share two new pieces with you today! And, speaking of sunflowers, there are 2 days left to join me in FRANCE during poppy and sunflower season for a magical retreat I'm co-hosting with floral jewelry designer, Kate Sydney. When you sign up by 10/14, you will recieve...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I hope you’ve been enjoying the magic of Art Journal Alchemy! We’re stepping into Week 2, and I’ve added 3 brand-new prompts and video demos to keep you inspired and creating in your journal. Last week we began with Collect, Arrange, and Decorate—and I loved seeing the gorgeous pages you shared in our Art Journal Alchemy Facebook Group. Thank you for bringing so much beauty and imagination to the circle! This set of journal pages is from Katrina Shoemaker in our class and...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, No surprise here, but the bright Spring color palette is in my happy zone, and I'm so thrilled to share 3 new birth flower paintings for March, April and May. You can see the new pieces below, and, if the original in your birth month is sold, I'm happy to create a print for you. Just hit reply to this email, and I'll create one just for you! And, this is the last week to join Joy of Painting - The Year of Color. You can watch the trailer, see student testimonials (they have made...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader June’s birth flower is the rose—a symbol of love, new beginnings, and the beauty that unfolds when we allow ourselves to bloom. So it feels fitting that this newsletter marks not just the release of my new painting, The Song She Holds, but also a new shift in how I’ll be sharing with you each month. Alongside new work and offerings, I’ll be including more inspiration, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and favorite creative finds to enrich your creative journey. In this issue, you’ll...
6 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, Just a quick reminder—tonight (June 1) is the last chance to register as an Early Bird for Art Journal Alchemy! This course is unlike anything I’ve taught before—a six-week creative experience designed to help you express yourself more freely, tap into your imagination, and uncover beauty in unexpected places. You will have lifetime access to the course and all of its recordings. 15+ inspiring art journal lessonsArt journaling demos and promptsLive sessions to connect & reflect...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I’m absolutely over-the-moon to share that registration is officially open for two back-to-back art retreats in France during the summer of 2026 — right when the poppies are in full bloom! We'll soak in the beauty of the French countryside, paint en plein air and in the studio, enjoy gourmet meals, and explore world heritage sites together. Both retreats are all-inclusive. Just show up with your art supplies for an unforgettable experience! You have two amazing options to choose...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, I've just returned from the truly magical "Playful Blooms" art retreat on Lake Santeetlah, and I have two new paintings to share with you inspired by the creative energy and gorgeous surroundings of this pristine natural preserve. If you missed "Playful Blooms", don't worry! I have one more retreat coming up this year at Artists Rising in Connecticut. There are a few spots left, and I would love for you to join us! You'll paint gorgeous mixed media flowers, learn lots of new...
8 months ago • 1 min read