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This project successfully raised its funding goal on May 24, 2010.
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A listing as a a cool contributor, and a "thank you" art greeting card, suitable for framing.
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A listing as a very cool contributor, and an 8X10" matted art print of one of the paintings in the book (US delivery included).
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A listing as an awesome contributor, a signed copy of my book, and an 8X10 matted art print from the book (US delivery included.)..and a reception at my studio at Historic Savage Mill in Savage, MD in honor of all the really awesome contributors! (Patrons responsible for their own transportation to my studio.)
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A listing as an executive producer, three signed copies of my book, and a framed 11X14" art print from the book! (International delivery included.) Plus a private trip aboard our boat, and a kayaking lesson, with a friend and/or your kids or grandkids! (Patrons must provide their own transportation to our marina in Maryland.)
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A life-long resident of the Chesapeake Bay area, Cathy Harville has always cherished the natural beauty of the land and sea. Since her parents convinced her that she could not make a living as an artist, Cathy pursued a career in corporate America, where she enjoyed 20 years of technical service, sales, and marketing to other huge companies. In 2000, Bipolar Disorder finally took her down, and she lost her career and her compass.
Yearning to get meaning back into her life, Cathy started painting in watercolors. She worked with Maria and George Goebel at Staub Art Studio in Catonsville, MD, where she learned techniques in water media and pastels. In 2005, Cathy opened her own studio at Historic Savage Mill in Savage, MD. An avid boater and kayaker, Cathy was appalled by the sprawling development of our open spaces, and the clear cutting of trees. Through the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, she realized that not only were our landscapes in danger - the Bay was also in trouble, from farming run-off, over-fishing, and pollution. with brush in hand, she decided to capture our precious open spaces and waterways in paint.
While kayaking, or out on their boat, Cathy photographs the world around her. Using color as her narrator, she records the beauty seldom seen by most people. She hopes that by capturing river grasses and reflections, that the public will begin to appreciate and realize the importance of our environment.
Cathy's artwork now hangs in homes and offices throughout the US. She continues to paint in acrylics, and enjoys the texture and bold strokes she can achieve. While Bipolar Disorder stills invades her progress, Cathy fights back with her expressive art. In addition to supporting the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Cathy belongs to several local art leagues, and has participated in numerous charity events. In her 52 year on this planet, Cathy is just getting started, sending the message that we are all stewards of this fragile planet we call home.
Cathy lives with her husband, Richard, in Gambrills, MD, along with their canine companion, Lucy.
