Cathy Tveici

Oil Painting

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Cathy Tveici later relocated to Linden, New Jersey while attending college and eventually became a longtime resident of Monmouth County and is now finally settled in Toms River. She has been passionate about art for as long as she can remember—ever since she was old enough to hold a pencil. Throughout grammar school and junior high, Cathy immersed herself in every art class available, making her acceptance into Manhattan’s prestigious High School of Art and Design a natural next step.

She continued her artistic education at Parsons School of Design, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Communication Design with a minor in Advertising. The strong creative foundation she developed there would shape a successful career spanning decades.

Cathy’s professional career focused on publishing, graphic design, and visual communications. She began working in the newspaper industry before transitioning into magazine publishing. Together with her husband, she co-founded Garden State Kids magazine, which they successfully published for 15 years. Following the magazine’s success, Cathy launched her own freelance design business, creating everything from business cards and brochures to banners, advertisements, logos, and complete marketing materials for clients across a variety of industries.

As the digital age accelerated and the demand for print design declined, Cathy saw an opportunity to return to her first love—painting. Semi-retired and eager to trade the computer screen for a paintbrush, she embraced fine art full-time. It proved to be the perfect decision.

Her vibrant oil paintings quickly gained recognition, particularly in the Cape May area, where she became known for capturing the charm of its historic architecture, picturesque streets, and breathtaking coastal scenery. Today, her work is inspired by three places that hold a special place in her heart: Cape May, New Jersey; Key West, Florida; and Bermuda. Cathy is eager to add Ocean Grove’s unique beauty and character to her growing collection.

While Victorian homes and seascapes are among her signature works, Cathy’s artistic talents extend far beyond them. She also creates custom portraits, pet portraits, home portraits, and commissioned paintings of virtually any subject. For Cathy, painting isn’t just creating art—it’s preserving memories, celebrating the places we love, and sharing the beauty she sees in the world.