Cath Rolinson - Fine Art
I am an artist creating original watercolour, gouache, acrylic and oil paintings and illustrated poetry in Nottinghamshire, England.
SOUTHWELL LIBRARY EXHIBITION "Swim, Bike, Run"
Monday 2nd February to Saturday 28th February 2026
I will be exhibiting my original artworks in Southwell Library from Monday 2nd February to Saturday 28th February 2026. This collection of paintings celebrate being active - swimming, cycling and running; as someone who dreaded school sports, I have been surprised at how much I have enjoyed these activities and hope that you enjoy the artworks.
The Library is open at normal times.
Mon 9am - 6pm
Tue 9am - 5pm
Wed 9am - 5pm
Thu 9am - 1pm
Fri 9am - 5pm
Sat 9am - 3pm
Sun11am - 3pm
Southwell Library, The Bramley Centre, King Street, Southwell, NG25 0EH
Southwell Library is in the centre of Southwell. There is limited parking behind it, but plenty of other parking in Southwell, which is well served with buses and there are plenty of lovely cafes in addition to historic buildings including The Workhouse and Southwell Minster.
SOFT EDGES Group Exhibition
Saturday 25 April and Sunday 26 April 2026
The "Soft Edges" art group will be holding their annual exhibition at Hoveringham Village Hall in April.
I have recently joined this art group and have been impressed and inspired by the artworks being produced.
Soft Edges is a small group of artists; some have had formal training and all have a love of expressing what we see in our own way. A few have already developed a "signature" style whilst others are developing and trying out different ways of painting. Work is mainly in oils and acrylics but also in pastels and watercolours, ink and crayon too.
"For several years John Townsend was our group tutor and we benefited from his experience as a professional artist to ensure our compositions were sound, colours and tones in tune and our edges soft.
We help each other with observations and criticisms to ensure we are pleased with our finished work and that it has reached a good standard."
Hoveringham Village Hall, Gonalston Lane, Hoveringham, Nottinghamshire NG14 7JH
watercolour of bluebells at Harlaxton House
PAPPLEWICK PUMPING STATION Open Studio Exhibition
Sunday 24 May and Monday 25 May 2026
I will be exhibiting at Papplewick Pumping Station, where I have volunteered for many years, in the Superintendent's House There is accessible access.
As this is a Steaming Weekend there will be an entrance fee to the site. There will be a lot going on and the beam engines and boilers will be working flat out. The very popular Artisan Fair is running on both days.
Visit papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk/events/artisan-fair-steam-event-24th-25th-may-2006/ for details.
Acrylic of Papplewick Pumping Station (Autumn) and my sketchbook
PAPPLEWICK PUMPING STATION Watercolour Workshop
Sunday 4 October 2026
I will be doing a watercolour workshop, inspired by the Botanical paintings of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. This workshop is indoors, overlooking the stunning cooling pond and fountain at Papplewick Pumping Station. All workshop materials will be provided. There is accessible access.
It is suitable for all levels of experience as step by step guidance is given, with experimentation encouraged for more expert painters.
Topics covered will include watercolour techniques, colour mixing and clarity, line and wash.
Light refreshments are available to purchase from the cafe and an optional self-guided tour of the engine house costs a small additional fee on the day. Entrance to the grounds and parking is free.
These workshops are aimed at adults, 12 plus are welcome if accompanied by an adult.
Please book in advance to make sure that I have enough equipment and paints.
Visit www.papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk for venue details
Gouache of leaves
PAPPLEWICK PUMPING STATION Acrylic Workshop
Wednesday 7 October 2026
I will be doing an acrylic workshop, inspired by Canadian Artist Tom Thomson. This workshop is indoors, overlooking the stunning cooling pond and fountain at Papplewick Pumping Station. All workshop materials will be provided. There is accessible access.
It is suitable for all levels of experience as step by step guidance is given, with experimentation encouraged for more expert painters.
I have many years of experience using acrylic paint to produce a wide range of subjects including portraits and landscapes.
Topics covered will include layering and using a limited colour palette, tips and techniques including stopping it drying too quickly and blending.
Light refreshments are available to purchase from the cafe and an optional self-guided tour of the engine house costs a small additional fee on the day. Entrance to the grounds and parking is free.
These workshops are aimed at adults, 12 plus are welcome if accompanied by an adult.
Please book in advance to make sure that I have enough equipment and paints.
Visit www.papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk for venue details
