Tonala Cat #15
Tonala Cat #15. Watercolor on paper. 11” x 8.5”.
I’ve never seen a lynx painted in the Tonala style much less on a cat. I love the blue color.
Status: Available. $120.00 unframed.
Author: Judy Murdoch
Judy Murdoch is an artist, writer, and teacher. She lives in Denver, Co with her husband Michael and feline children, Lily and Joey.
Tonala Cat “Steff”
Tonala Cat #14, “Steff.” Watercolor on paper. 11” x 8.5”.
Although Tonala pottery can come in a variety of colors, they traditionally the yellow grey color of the native clay decorated with warm reds, grey blue, and black.
So I was delighted to find this green tonala cat!
I named this cat “Steff” in honor of Steph Brady, the artist who owns in Green Cat Gallery in Salida, Colorado. And, yes, Steph really does paint green cats!
Status: Available. $120.00 unframed.
Tonala Tortoise
Tonala Tortoise with traditional motifs and patterns. Watercolor on paper. 11” x 8.5” (28cm x 22cm).
Backstory: I was walking in my neighborhood when I noticed what looked like a large rock moving in someone’s yard. It was a tortoise! A very friendly tortoise. It walked right up to the fence and gave me a good look. I was charmed. I had no idea tortoises could be so friendly and charismatic. My tortoise friend inspired this painting.
Status: Available. Email me: judy@judymurdoch.com regarding pricing.
Alley Artifacts #13 Maine
Alley Artifacts #13 Maine. Watercolor on paper. 8.5″x 11″ 22cm x 28cm).
Sights and scenes from my 2019 trip to Maine. We spent most of our time in Camden and Rockport.
The lovely mermaid was on the outer wall of the gift shop and restaurant at the Owls Head Lighthouse Museum complex. Credit to Christine Anderson who painted the mural. While I did take a sightseeing cruise, I was way too seasick to take any pictures. I will never be a good sailor.
Tonala Snake Soledad
Tonala Snake, “Soledad.” Watercolor on paper. 8.5”x 11”.
I am very fond of reptiles, including snakes. Soledad is a very nice snake who doesn’t bite and enjoys resting in a heart-shape.
Status: Available. Email me: judy@judymurdoch.com regarding pricing.
Tonala Cat Katya
Tonala Cat “Katya.” Watercolor on paper. 11”x 8.75” (28cm x 23cm).
Katya is painted in the colors of the Ukrainian flag and 50% of proceeds will be donated to a non-profit supporting relief efforts in the Ukraine. The message says “Everything good begins with love” in Ukrainian.
Status: Available. Email me: judy@judymurdoch.com regarding pricing.
Tonala Bat “Bertha”
Tonala Bat, “Bertha.” Watercolor on paper. 11”x 5.5” (27cm x 14cm).
A lot of people think bats are creepy. But they’re so helpful. They’re pollinators and eat nasty insects like mosquitos. Bats may not be as cute and cuddly as some animals but they are deserving of our respect.
Tonala Cat #13 Everything is Better with Cats!
Tonala Cat #13. Watercolor on paper. 8.5”x 8.5” (21cm x 21cm).
Because, in my opinion, Everything is better with cats!!
Alley Artifacts #12 “Walnut Hill Shoppette”
Alley Artifacts #12 “Walnut Hill Shoppette.” Watercolor on paper. 7.5″x 11″ 19cm x 27cm).
Tonala Horse #1
Tonala Horse #1. Watercolor on paper. 10”x 8” (28cm x 21cm).
Tonala pottery horses are far less common than other critters. The saying, “Let a horse whisper in your ear & breath in your heart & you will not regret it” is so true for me.
Status: Available. Email me: judy@judymurdoch.com regarding pricing.
