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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

There’s something about a tiger in profile that feels strong. It makes you realise how large and powerful tigers are. It would be a tragedy if we drove them into extinction. Now he’s finished, he needs a title. I’m thinking of The Tiger's Gaze, The Wild Watcher or Lord Of The Forest. 🐅

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 5 star review from teresa l.: Pretty in pink It is the most lovely picture picture I have ever seen it’s stunning. Denise is wonderful and helpfull everything wonderful quality

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Not much painting lately… my blog broke, then we found moths in the flour 😱 So much cleaning! Then my new packaging arrived. Smudge claimed the delivery box, while Slinky curled up in the middle of the purple tissue paper. 😂💜 #CatSky #CatsOfBlueSky #Caturday

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The moon is up, the leaves barely stir, and somewhere in the darkness a black cat is watching. She knows the night belongs to her. 🌙✨ Perhaps she’s on her way to a lovers tryst beneath the moon. 😻 #CatSky #Watercolour #blackcats

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Loki was a gorgeous ginger cat with a big personality. He loved watching the fish in the fish tank. He also loved pineapples! So when Kim asked me to paint his memorial portrait, I had to include his favourite hobby, and his love of pineapples too. It’s those little details that make it special.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Who's in charge you or the cat? I know who it is in our house! 😹 Would you cross that face?

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Apparently I’m finished work for the day. 😹 Smudge has curled up beside me with part of herself draped over the keyboard. Clearly whatever I was doing was taking far too much attention away from her. I suppose I could try moving her… but we all know how that would end. 😂

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Another profile painting… but this one is a little different. 😸 This is Rain, fast asleep. He looks so happy! This is not your typical profile pose, but that’s what made me want to paint it. There’s something lovely about that completely relaxed sleeping-cat shape. You can almost hear him snoring 😹.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

I think I’m going to call this one Beach Buddies. 😎🐱🐭 They’re very nearly ready for their day in the sun. I'm thinking they might be a good fit for August in next years calendar. I’m rather tempted to enter this one into an upcoming exhibition too… ☀️🏖️

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George The Station Cat @george-station-cat.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Keep a little kindness in your pocket today. 🧡 You never know when you might meet someone who needs a bit of it. A smile. A kind word. A little patience. Give some away whenever you can

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

And finally… their whiskers! 🐾 I always love this bit. Those last sweeping lines add so much character and suddenly the face feels finished. Of course, it can all go horribly wrong at this stage. 😸

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Happy International Cat Day! Cats have been at the heart of my work for so many years. 🐾 I’ve painted elegant cats, mischievous cats, sleepy cats, wild cats and cats caught right in the middle of the zoomies. Every one has had a different personality, and every painting has taught me something new.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

I’m finishing off his fur, making sure both of my little beachgoers are properly dressed for the occasion, and then comes the satisfying bit… removing the masking fluid. That’s always a bit of a workout! 😅 But it’s worth it when all those bright little highlights suddenly appear again.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Now they need the beach. 😎 I’m painting the sea, sand and the beach umbrella behind him, letting everything stay fairly loose so our cool cat remains and mouse can really enjoy their day out. 🐱🐭🏖️

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

As usual, a tabby is such fun to paint in watercolour. I’m letting the colours run and blend, building up all those stripes without making them too neat. There are browns and greys in there, but plenty of blues, pinks and warmer colours too. Tabby cats are never really just brown. 🐾🎨

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

I’m going a bit off piste with this one… a cat and his mouse buddy on the beach. 😎🐭 I’m starting with his sunglasses, using masking fluid to keep the brightest whites white, then painting tiny reflections of the beach into the lenses. These two are going to be fun. 🌊🐾 #catsofbluesky #watercolour

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 5 star review from Claire W.: Lick Me When I first saw the original painting at a SOFA Exhibition many years ago I fell in love! Now, I'm the proud owner of a print of this fun painting which will make me smile every day.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Cats & claws! 🐾 Most cats respect your feelings, but Smudge? She’d smother me in my sleep to curl on my face! Mornings mean she climbs on my chest and digs her claws in. Ouch! 😭❤️ A sharp kind of love. Is she waking me up or practicing acupressure? 🤣 #mainecooncats #catsofbluesky #calicocats

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Sketching Salt. Not sure he appreciates being the centre of attention though. 😅 #drawing #catsofbluesky #tuxedocats #dailysketch

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 5 star review from teresa l.: In the pink I love my print of in the pink the colour is wonderfull pink is the best colour the cat is wonderfull I love the front paws and claws on the fence as usual wonderfull quality and service from Denise what a wonderfull artist she is I love her work

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 5 star review from Hubert M.: Miss Stripes A proud cat shows her coloured stripes - very beautiful ...

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 5 star from Rachel M. Amazing! I cannot begin to thank Denise enough for the absolutely wonderful painting of my beloved cat Barbara I commissioned from her. Everyone who has seen the picture comments on how amazing it is. I will always treasure it, thank you

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Its sooo hot! 🥵 Let's play the ice cream game... If your cat was a flavour of ice cream, what flavour would they be? I'll start with Lupin. He'd be raspberry ripple and chocolate.🍨

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Found my paintbrush in a pile of cat toys! Turns out Slinky had been hoarding it with his toy spiders, and what I’m fairly sure used to be my favourite hair tie. 😹 He's such a thief! Does your cat steal things or is it only Slinky? #catsky #catsofbluesky #oshcats #catthief

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Octopus Teapot by Japanese ceramic artist Keiko Masumoto #womensart

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Kettle @kittenstrudel.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Neon Mary, Awaiting the Owner, oil and pigments on canvas, 2025 #caturday

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Bohemian Catsody, fresh from the printer and ready to be signed, numbered, given its Certificate of Authenticity and wrapped like the small treasure it is. ✨ A little piece of cat art, ready to bring some Catsody fun to someone’s home. 👑🐾 ❤️ if you love human-made art. #cats #catprints #queenfans

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

I do love painting these half-face portraits. There’s something about focusing on just one eye, one side of the face and all that lovely fur that makes the whole cat feel so close. Like she’s on your lap looking at you. 😺 I’ve given her pale teal whiskers. #catsofbluesky #cats #watercolour #catsky

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Does your cat do a gentle pitter-patter… or full thunder-hooves across the house at 3am? Mine are definitely thunder-hooves cats. Tiny paws, HUGE drama. 🐾😹

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Salt’s trip to the vet brought unexpected news, he has diabetes!! He’s now starting Senvelgo once a day, and I’m sure he’ll have opinions about this! 😹 It feels daunting, but we’re taking it day by day. Have you cared for a diabetic cat? Tips or “it gets easier” stories welcome. 🖤🤍

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Tried a new set of gel pens to sketch Buster. They're colourful, and perfect for loose scribbling! But when I added watercolor... lo and behold, they aren't entirely waterproof! The ink bled softly, completely unplanned, but rather beautiful. I Loved it! 🎨🐅 #Cats #bengacats #CatsOfBlueSky #CatArt

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Home isn’t really about the walls, the furniture, or even the postcode. It’s that little furry soul waiting for you, filling the room with love, mischief, and quiet companionship. 😻 #caturday

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 5 star Frances M I have bought several pieces of Denise’s wearable art for myself and friends. They are all gorgeous. This piece was bought for a very good friend who recently lost her two cats. She absolutely loves it. Every piece is unique and I highly recommend this artist’s work.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

June has arrived, and this month’s calendar cat is Pee Wee. 🌹 Not for him the usual cat bed or sunny chair, he preferred to curl up in the roses. He may have been a very odd little black cat, but he certainly knew how to pick a beautiful spot. #CatSky #CatLovers #BlackCats #CatArt

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Humans seem to think they’re in charge. Adorable. 😹 Now open the cupboard!!! 😾 #caturday #CatSky #CatsOfBlueSky #Floofs

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George The Station Cat @george-station-cat.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

ight night sweet dreamies Real healing starts when you let go of the need to explain yourself to those committed to misunderstanding you.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Cats have a wonderful way of walking into our lives as if they’ve always belonged there. We may feed them, fuss over them and buy the fancy beds they ignore… but really, they decide we’re theirs. Both Harry and Salt chose us, coming in from the cold one winter. Did your cat choose you? #caturday

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Babs Pease, contemporary artist and printmaker living in rural Scotland #WomensArt

Print featuring the back of a sitting tabby cat to the right sitting next a lobster and lobster pot to the left in the foreground facing a harbour with one boat and car and campervan on a steep street with houses in the distance

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Paint me like one of your French girls! Every cat owner knows this pose. The full sprawl. The complete lack of concern for dignity! He’s lounging like he owns the place, legs everywhere, belly on display, anda look that says “worship me human”. 😹 That's tuxedo cats for you. #Cats #CatSky #CatArt

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

If your cat was a flavor of ice cream, what would they be? Thomas here is ginger and peach I think. 😹 #Cats #CatSky

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 5 stars from Wendy P: Absolutely delighted with my painting of our late cat, Tigerlily. Excellent communication from Denise throughout who genuinely wants to understand what you are looking for. I cannot really thank Denise enough for such a beautiful memory to treasure.

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Thank you for following 💙 !

Grid of nine images shoeing paintings. sculptures and other posts which have appeared on the account

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Happy caturday. Smudge has nothing to do today but stare at me upside down 😹 #catsofbluesky ##catsky #mainecoons

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Forget downward dog... we are strictly an Upward Cat household now. 🐾😂 Cats are legally a liquid, right? I tried to capture that fluid, effortless big stretch"energy in this one. What do you think? I love it! Although it needs a title. I know you guys are great at title ideas…. #CatSky #TabbyCat

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

If I ask nicely, will you leave it alone? Smudge: Define nicely. Me: Treats? Smudge: Now you’re negotiating properly.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Spying on the neighbours. Why are cats so nosy? 😹 #catsky #catsofbluesky #cats

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SlenderSherbet @slendersherbet.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

When assembling your dog, please make sure that you follow the instructions carefully.

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

They say cats are liquid, so it only makes sense to paint them in watercolour. 😺 I’m working on this stretching tabby at the moment, letting the watercolour flow across the paper and follow that lovely long cat shape. Still lots to do, but the tabby attitude is beginning to appear. 🐾 #CatSky #cats

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The Painted Cat @deniselaurentart.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Cats really do have life worked out, don’t they? The softest blanket, the warmest patch of sun, the best chair in the house… and absolutely no guilt about claiming it. 😺 What’s your cats fav spot? Bed, laundry basket, cardboard box… or somewhere completely ridiculous? #Caturday #tabbycats #CatSky

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