Vibrant Paintings of Sydney Harbour & Beyond
+ Illustrative Art Collection
Bringing to life my Original Art, Immersive Creative Workshops,
Commissions, Archival Prints and my New Book
Let's Dream Together - Hard book Version
Let's Dream Together
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New Book
Hard back Version
new painting in progress
Gallery
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Art Inspired by Story
A cherished memory, a meaningful landscape, or a beloved face—transformed into a timeless work of fine art. Whether you are refreshing your home to feel more like "your home" or seeking a beautiful heirloom piece that connects with you or with your family, each artwork is thoughtfully crafted to
enrich and to become a timeless edition to your environment as it evolves and as you grow.
From the Artist:
"I believe that fine-art quality can be accessible, achieved through a thoughtful process tailored to your unique vision.
My greatest joy as an artist lies in the collaborative spirit of bespoke commissions—working closely with you to weave a singular original narrative or compose a meaningful series of works. To seamlessly honour both your vision and your budget, I can design a custom piece entirely from scratch, or beautifully infuse an existing theme with your own personalized details.
I do my themed Studio Originals by series.
Beyond the canvas, I find profound creative freedom in curating limited-edition collections. Utilizing premium archival Ilford silk papers and fine 100% cotton, I translate my designs into signed collection prints, gift cards, and exclusive wearable art. Timeless and often of idyllic Sydney scenes, these giclee creations are created to last.
I hope these pieces bring beauty, warmth, and inspiration into your world."
Warm Regards,
Cathy
Commissions, Studio Originals and Limited Editions by Cathy Hayson
SHOP: Affordable Giclee Limited Release Fine Art Prints from Paintings by Cathy Hayson
Choice of 3 artworks below
Choice of 3 artworks below
Cute New A5 Minis with A4 Border
Signed Giclee Prints
coming soon with acid free bevelled border
protected in acid free cover
Special Edition
Current sizes: A3 and A2
The Minis will be exclusively available locally
While the larger sizes are also available online
More artworks coming
All Giclee Limited Edition Prints in this section are produced in a professional Sydney studio on archival Illford Silk papers
intricately and expertly colour matched to be as close to my original paintings as possible.
Each is signed and numbered and paired with my original poetry for a lasting keepsake.
Enquiries and sales of prints for this section through this website.
Free Postage within Australia. POA International.
CLICK on each image above for further information
Introducing my new book
I recently completed a NEW book of poetry and art. Below you'll find a select few Samples (not in order of book) of some of the work I have written.
The book is called "Let's Dream Together."
This book of poems, artworks and illustrations is a reflection of times of change, transition and renewal in family life. I started to explore the essence of my own childhood and similarities I wanted for our children during lockdown and as I examined this further during various transitions, health and family growing needs, the ability to stay connected or to reconnect during times of transition or change became a recurring theme hence the title "Let's Dream Together"
This is not a Children's book. It is a personal journey through the changes of life starting with after lockdown, the wishes for family life and a hope to inspire others experiencing change to connect more fully to what matters, the simpler things in life which provide opportunities to reconnect with ourselves, those we love including the younger people in our lives.
Some of the content is for mature readers
I hope one or some of my poems resonates with the reader on their own journey -
the shifting dreams, the legacies we create and the changes we go through as families and as individuals
Let's Dream Together
Part of the 2 whole page poem
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Part of the poem
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See Book for more poems, more artworks
Let's Dream Together —Hardcover Edition
Format: Square Hardcover | 52 Pages | Premium Finish
Price: $39.95 AUD (+ Flat Rate Domestic Shipping calculated at checkout)
An elegant, beautifully curated hardcover book produced locally. Each copy features thick, high-quality inner pages bound in a durable square hardcover casing—designed as a premium collector's piece.
🚚 Shipping & Production Notice:
To guarantee you receive a flawless, untouched copy, this book is printed to order and drop-shipped directly to your door via our local production partner, Mixam Australia. Please allow standard printing and local transit times for your beautifully bound hardcover to arrive
or buy instore at Hayes Street General Store and Village Goods at the Wharf.
Artist designed Locally Made Range
My Products
Locals Tara and Luke in my Christmas Paddleboarder T shirts
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Individual card designs upon availability as they sell out -
at Hayes Street General Store, Neutral Bay.
My limited edition local area t shirts (created a few of these from my paintings of the area for visiting guests and kids for fun) are printed locally on 100% cotton and can be bought through Hayes Street General Store, Neutral Bay as a limited edition range.
Artist note: I finally did the Christmas t shirt above and card one Christmas- this was from the view of a paddleboarder I saw wearing a Christmas Hat - just had to paint this plus I added the dog as it's so quintessentially Hayes Street Beach with people paddle boarding or kayaking with their 4 legged friends.
(Other products)
I am currently updating my online shop.
New designs: silk and cotton wearables and accessories with 100% local production coming. These are from more of my abstract work similar to bubble picture and other abstract designs.
Online Product Shop - Home and Wearables
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Creative Background
Early Beginnings
Growing up in Sydney, I had wonderful creative role models and was inspired by our environment near Sydney Harbour.
Now based on Sydney's Lower North Shore with my family. I hope that my own children each find their own unique creative expressions and connections to place and that they feel as inspired by these similar natural settings as I did as a child.
I spent most of my childhood at one or another of Sydney Harbour's beaches. Sunny Boy Ice blocks (those pyramid ones), pool ponies, a lot of time outside with my friends and brothers. More freedom to explore - more care free times in many ways.
With multi generational ties to the Blue Mountains on my mother's side through the great aunts, I fondly recall extended family get togethers and exploring the Blue Mountains - the pillowy mist, bird song and waterfalls. Also, the vast and expanding countryside of Bathurst and further afield. Alternatively, trips to Avoca: bunks beds, cicadas and surf.
Renowned children's author and artist May Gibbs derived inspiration from both the Blue Mountains and Neutral Bay. Now that I am actively painting (in the last couple of years) and writing just prior and live near her former home "Nutcote", I am in awe of her tenacity and vision over a lifetime. My own creative journey is only really just beginning - at least in it's current mediums : painting and writing.
Both my grandmothers were very creative. Ga was good friends with the renowned Australian artist and children's author Pixie O' Harris and lived near Parsley Bay in Sydney.
