https://www.whcp.org/show/shore-stories/2026-10-12/night-sky-artistry-with-catherine-renzi
(Click link to listen to interview - 10 minutes )
Polaris Village Academy and artist Catherine Renzi proudly announce a special event that brings together art, science, and community curiosity about the cosmos. The program features an art exhibition, a reception, and a visual presentation by Dr. Matt Greenhouse, NASA Astrophysicist Emeritus.
The exhibition will showcase approximately twelve of Renzi’s oil paintings, alongside original artwork created by Polaris Village Academy students during collaborative workshops inspired by space telescope imagery, celestial objects, and night‑sky observation. Renzi’s paintings are available for purchase.
A public reception will be held Tuesday, October 27, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at Polaris Village Academy in Easton, where guests can meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. At 5:00 p.m., Dr. Greenhouse will present “The James Webb Space Telescope Mission,” an engaging talk designed for learners and sky‑watchers of all ages.
The event is open to all community members, but RSVP is kindly requested. Please email [email protected] if you plan to attend.
This event is supported in part by a Creativity grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.
Catherine Renzi, Guest Artist 610‑827‑2014 (phone/text) [email protected]
Mr. James Redman, Head of School Polaris Village Academy [email protected] 410‑714‑0275 (phone)
“Local Lore” is a juried exhibition featuring the works of artists across the Delmarva Peninsula. The exhibition asked artists to reflect on personal and collective stories, ancestral connections, customs, and traditions that have been passed down through generations or reimagined for contemporary audiences. By showcasing diverse perspectives and creative expressions, “Local Lore” highlights the role of art in preserving cultural memory, fostering understanding, and strengthening connections across communities.
The free opening reception will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 5-7 pm.
I am pleased that the jurors for "Chromatic" online exhibition at CEV Art Gallery selected two of my oil paintings for inclusion in the show.
The exhibition includes artists from around the world, and will run from July 18 to September 30, 2026.
Both "Star Struck" and "Night Vision" are available for purchase. Please see details at www.catherinerenziart.com
Visit www.cevartgallery.com to see all the works selected.
I will be showing my paintings at Winterthur Museum's Artisan Market in Greenville, DE on July 17-19. The event features over 100 artisans, plus live music, food and beverage choices, and acres of beautiful gardens.
Early bird ticket discounts end tomorrow. Tickets must be purchased in advance online or by phone. , June 30. Call 800-448-3883 for purchase or information, or visit www.winterthur.org
I will offer my latest floral paintings, and a selection of landscapes inspired by vineyards and the Tuscan countryside.
The St Michaels Museum in St. Michaels, MD is hosting a painting exhibition in collaboration with the Plein Air Painters of the Chesapeake Bay. My painting "Magnolia" was done to celebrate the stately tree full of fragrant blooms gracing St. Marys Square near the Museum. The is painting is one of series of 6 x6 inch square floral paintings I completed in 2026.
The show is open to visitors until Sunday, July 5.
My 2025-26 project “Looking Up” is funded in part by a Maryland State Arts Council Creativity grant. My oil paintings explore celestial themes from two viewpoints—first as “plein air” skyscapes based on direct observation outdoors, and I also do studio paintings abstracted and inspired by ESA and NASA giant telescope images.
I plan to engage community interest in night sky watching, astronomy‑inspired creativity, and enduring human curiosity about nature and life in the infinite universe beyond planet Earth. The project includes my original celestial oil paintings that explore light, atmosphere, and the emotional experience of looking skyward. My work combines field observation, scientific reference material, and artistic interpretation to create paintings that echo the color, scale, and mystery found in outer space.
There will be an art art reception in October 2026 with guest speaker Dr. Matthew Greenhouse from NASA at Polaris Village Academy in Easton, MD. I will also give a public talk about this creative project at the Easton Public Library in November to coincide with Talbot County STEM/STEAM week.
“FOUR ALARM” FLOWERS
It’s a “four alarm” flower emergency- a red alert for Amaryllis
No time for gloves or art apron
Rushing to beat the clock
But, a new day waits.
Another chore list ready before breakfast
Dishwasher loaded, laundry folded, vacuum put away
Errands run, dogs fed
Dinner is served, but I’m still hungry.
Craving colors blended with linseed oil; my palette knife has the touch
Paint applied using a filbert brush
Opaque and smooth strokes; light infused with a hint of surprise
The stain of last week’s work leaves a trace
There is no right or wrong - the cacophony of colors quenches my craving.
Now I am still.
I am honored that my original oil painting "Vineyard at Volpaia" was selected for the cover of "American Psychologist" journal's December 2025 -Awards issue.
This is the flagship peer-reviewed scholarly journal of the American Psychological Association. It reaches a large audience, with historical circulation exceeding
30,000 copies.
