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Catherine Howe Mixed Media

American, b. 1958

At first glance, the work of American artist Catherine Howe resembles 17th-century still lifes. It’s true that the New York native draws on paintings by Dutch and Flemish Old Masters, but a range of influences such as postwar Abstract Expressionism, Rococo and Baroque art are at play, and what initially appears as the typical still-life subjects — flowers or food — melts away upon closer inspection. Howe's abstract paintings are a study of the process of painting — the rush of shimmering colors, energetic brushstrokes, and mediums, which are often acrylics, beeswax and copper leaf, are the stars of the show.

Howe was born in Buffalo in 1959. She earned her MFA in painting from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Her first exhibit took place in 1987 at White Columns in New York City, a nonprofit space for up-and-coming artists to showcase their work. At this time, Howe was still living in Buffalo and serving as a curator at the Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center. In 1989, she moved to New York City and took on a role as associate director of White Columns, which she held until 1995. During her time at White Columns, Howe started garnering attention for her novel style and use of material. 

Howe has since then exhibited throughout the United States, as well as at international exhibitions in London, Paris, Amsterdam and Munich. Her paintings have been featured in publications like Art in America, the New York Times and Artforum. She is a New York Academy of Art professor and served as Chair of the Department of Critical Studies until 2021.

Howe currently splits her time between her home in Manhattan and the Hudson Valley. She continues to exhibit around the United States.

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Artist: Catherine Howe
Gestural, Metal Leaf painting 'Luminous Painting (hot pinks)'
Gestural, Metal Leaf painting 'Luminous Painting (hot pinks)'

Gestural, Metal Leaf painting 'Luminous Painting (hot pinks)'

By Catherine Howe

Located in White Plains, NY

Available at Madelyn Jordon Fine Art. 'Luminous Painting (hot pinks)' 2022 by Catherine Howe. Pigments, acrylic, white and copper leaf, and glass micro-beads on canvas, 48 x 60 in. T...

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2010s Contemporary Catherine Howe Mixed Media

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Still life, Mica Pigment Painting, Catherine Howe, Zig Zag
Still life, Mica Pigment Painting, Catherine Howe, Zig Zag

Still life, Mica Pigment Painting, Catherine Howe, Zig Zag

By Catherine Howe

Located in White Plains, NY

“Zig Zag” by Catherine Howe, 2016. Acrylic and interference mica pigment and resin on canvas, 60 x 48 inches. Howe's abstracted still life florals are painted with a matte white gess...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Catherine Howe Mixed Media

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Mica

Still life, Mica Pigment Painting, Catherine Howe, Tulip
Still life, Mica Pigment Painting, Catherine Howe, Tulip

Still life, Mica Pigment Painting, Catherine Howe, Tulip

By Catherine Howe

Located in White Plains, NY

'Tulip' by Catherine Howe, 2015. Acrylic and interference mica pigment and resin on canvas, 40 x 30 inches. In gold, silver and white. Howe's abstracted still life florals are painte...

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2010s Contemporary Catherine Howe Mixed Media

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Canvas, Resin, Acrylic, Mica

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Catherine Howe mixed media for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Catherine Howe mixed media available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Catherine Howe in acrylic paint, canvas, fabric and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Catherine Howe mixed media, so small editions measuring 36 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Anthony Goicolea, Catherine Holmburg, and Mel Bochner. Catherine Howe mixed media prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $11,000 and tops out at $18,500, while the average work can sell for $15,750.