2024
Artist Comments
Tree-studded hills and valleys in California glow under the summer sun. Dramatic shadows in deep blues and purples dot the golden grass, creating a striking contrast. In a loose impressionist style, the painting brings to life the warmth and vibrancy of the landscape.
About the Artist
Impressionist Catherine McCargar expresses her deep admiration of nature through landscape paintings of Northern California. While she is well-versed in a range of media, her preferred medium for painting is watercolor. The fluidity of the paint allows her to capture the muted undertones and the fleeting light found in the natural world. While the backgrounds of her paintings are impressionistic, the foregrounds of her paintings are often highly detailed, showcasing her technical mastery over her medium.
Words that describe this painting: California, hill, shadow, tree, grass, summer, sunshine, sunny, season, impressionism, landscape, watercolor painting, green
California Summer Hills
Catherine McCargar
Watercolor painting on paper
Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2024
12 in. h x 16 in. w
0 lbs. 1 oz.
Mount Diablo, Sugarloaf View, Original Painting
By Catherine McCargar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
"Mount Diablo is a majestic presence throughout California's Bay Area," says artist Catherine McCargar. In this painting, she capt...
Watercolor
Mt. Diablo Mirage, Original Painting
By Catherine McCargar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist Catherine McCargar paints a panoramic view of Mt. Diablo, a sight visible from her home. She paints a rendition of the mountain with much detail of the surrounding foothills. "I confess I have used my artistic license to have a little fun with the scene," admits Catherine. The title gives the viewer a hint about the creative aspect integrated into the stunning impression.
About the Artist
Impressionist Catherine McCargar expresses her deep admiration of nature through landscape paintings of Northern California...
Watercolor
Mt. Diablo Spring View, Original Painting
By Catherine McCargar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Well known for her landscapes, artist Catherine McCargar presents a view of Mt. Diablo and its surrounding foothills. The grand and proud mountain looks onto ...
Watercolor
Castle Rock Trail, and Mt. Diablo, Original Painting
By Catherine McCargar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
"Mt. Diablo has many faces," says artist Catherine McCargar. "It can be seen from afar and up close." In this painting, Catherine captured the scene by standi...
Watercolor
Mt. Diablo Deep and Wide, Original Painting
By Catherine McCargar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist Catherine McCargar exhibits a scenic landscape of Mt. Diablo with an impressionistic style. The dense leaves of the lush trees rustle from the refreshing gusts of mountain air. Catherine notes that the dark parts of the mountain appear obscured in the shadows during early fall when the lower foothills turn a soft golden yellow. She captures the view en plein air from a location in Walnut Creek...
Watercolor
Shoreline Trail, Original Painting
By Catherine McCargar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist Catherine McCargar paints a rural setting in this impressionist piece. She uses her refined skills to convey a grass field's softness and intricacies. Meanwhile, she leads the viewer along the walking path into the welcoming shadows and shelter of the copse of trees ahead. "One can almost feel the crunch underfoot," says Catherine.
About the Artist
Impressionist Catherine McCargar expresses her deep admiration of nature through landscape paintings of Northern...
Watercolor
Santa Ynez Environs, Painting, Acrylic on Other
By Daniel Clarke
Located in Yardley, PA
Situated just two hours north of Los Angeles, four hours from the Silicon Valley, and only 30 minutes from Santa Barbara lies the Santa Ynez Valley. On arri...
Acrylic
"California Round Hills" Mid Century Plein Aire Landscape in Oil on Masonite
Located in Soquel, CA
"California Round Hills" Mid Century Plein Aire Landscape in Oil on Masonite Serene landscape by J. Andrew Bennett (British, 19th/20th Century ). The viewer stands at the end of a v...
Masonite, Oil
Golden Hills - California Landscape in Watercolor on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Golden Hills - California Landscape in Watercolor on Paper Lively watercolor by notable California artist Robert Gantt Steele (American, b. 1946). A simple wood fence runs along a golden hill, drawing the viewer's eye to the mid ground. There, a line of trees casts shadows on the hillside. A rich blue sky completes the scene. Signed "R Steele" in the lower right corner Presented "floating" in a simple wood frame Frame size: 16"H x 20"W Paper size: 11.75"H x 15.5"W Robert G. Steele (American, b. 1946) was originally trained as an architect and studied art in Austria as a Fulbright scholar. He has painted for Broadway productions, Smithsonian Magazine, the National Park Service...
Paper, Watercolor
Big Sur Rolling Hills Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Signed
By Kathleen Murray
Located in Soquel, CA
Big Sur Rolling Hills Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Signed Sweeping Big Sur landscape of rolling hills in beautiful pastel colors illuminated with sunlight, by California artist...
Canvas, Oil, Illustration Board
"California Summer" Mid Century Plein Aire Landscape in Oil on Masonite
Located in Soquel, CA
"California Summer" Mid Century Plein Aire Landscape in Oil on Masonite Serene landscape by Andrew Bennett (British, 20th Century). A herd of cows are gathered under oak trees in th...
Masonite, Oil
"SPRING SCENE" Carmel, CA
By Vivian Cornwall
Located in San Antonio, TX
Vivian Cornwall 1925-2012 Texas, California Artist Size: 16 x 20 Medium: Oil on Board Signed "SPRING SCENE" Carmel, CA Vivian Cornwall was an American artist known for her plein air paintings, capturing the beauty of the Monterey County landscape. Born September 26, 1925, in Dallas, Tx. she moved to California in 1972 and later to Carmel, where she began her art career. Cornwall studied with notable California watercolorists and oil painters, and her work has been exhibited in numerous galleries across California. She was also involved in interior design and served on the board of the Venture Gallery in Monterey. Her art, including "View of Carmel Mission, California" are great representations of the Carmel area, reflecting her significant contribution to the world of art. September 26, 1925-May 22, 2012 CARMEL, CA - Carmel artist, Vivian Cornwall, passed away at her home with her family at her side on May 22, 2012. Born on September 26, 1925 in Dallas, TX, she was the second of five children born to Charles Little...
Oil
