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SUSAN CUA FINE ARTS
Welcome! For the first time, you can now explore the growing digital collection of Susan Cua’s artwork all in one place. This online gallery will become a legacy home to hundreds of documented pieces created over the span of 25 years, capturing moments of inspiration through expressive color, light, and movement. In addition to Ms. Cua's work, you will get a chance to experience her travels as we post about journeys that inspire her.
From vibrant cityscapes to atmospheric landscapes, each work reflects years of dedication to the craft of pastel painting and impressionist art.
We will be adding more completed artwork daily, so please check back often as the gallery continues to grow.
"The Dog Beach | Evanston, Illinois" | Oil on Canvas | By Susan Cua
This oil on canvas by Susan Cua presents a quiet, contemplative view of Dog Beach in Evanston, rendered with a restrained yet expressive impressionist sensibility. The composition is anchored by a low horizon line, allowing the sky to dominate the pictorial field. Expansive and atmospheric, the sky is built through layered, gestural brushwork that captures the shifting density and movement of clouds. Variations in tone—from cool grays to luminous whites—create a sense of dept
2 days ago2 min read
"Montmartre Trio - One Fine Day In Paris"
his pastel on paper by Susan Cua captures the everyday poetry of Montmartre in Paris, a neighborhood long associated with painters, cafés, and street artists. Executed in an impressionistic style, a key characteristic is Cua's works. The composition centers on three figures—viewed from behind—walking together through a lively open-air art market.
Mar 142 min read
"Northwestern University: The Shakespeare Garden"
"Northwestern University" The Shakespeare Garden" | Pastel On Paper | By Susan Cua This pastel on paper captures the quiet beauty of the Shakespeare Garden on the campus of Northwestern University in Evanston . Known as one of the university’s most intimate and reflective spaces, the garden has long been a place where students pause between classes, read, or simply enjoy the calm presence of nature. In this work, artist Susan Cua transforms that familiar campus setting int
Mar 111 min read
"Lake Tahoe: View of Fannette Island"
This pastel landscape by Susan Cua is inspired by her many visits to Lake Tahoe with her family. the work leans toward an expressive interpretation of the landscape, focusing on atmosphere and feeling.
Mar 102 min read
"Here We Go Again"
“Here We Go Again” is a dynamic pastel painting by artist Susan Cua, inspired by her travels through Spain and her fascination with the dramatic cultural spectacle of the Spanish bullfighting arena.
Mar 91 min read
"The Bull Fighter"
This expressive pastel painting by artist Susan Cua captures the dramatic intensity of the traditional Spanish bullfight. Created during one of the artist’s many travels through Europe, the work reflects her fascination with movement, cultural ritual, and the emotional energy of performance.
Mar 91 min read
"Girls' Day Out in Makati"
"Girls' Day Out in Makati" | Pastel on Paper | By Susan Cua This pastel on paper artwork by Susan Cua captures a quiet, intimate moment of everyday life in Makati . The viewer (Susan) looks over the shoulder of her cousin, Yvette, who sits comfortably in a salon chair while enjoying a manicure during a relaxed outing together. Rather than focusing on the activity alone, the painting beautifully preserves the atmosphere of companionship and pause within a busy city. The origi
Mar 71 min read
"Venetian Timeless Romance"
"Venetian Timeless Romance" | Oil on Canvas | By Susan Cua One of her Father's favorites, this early oil on canvas by Susan Cua captures the timeless romance of Venice, Italy , a city where water, architecture, and light merge into a living work of art. Painted during the artist’s formative years at her first "Paint Away Holiday" in Italy, the piece reveals the beginnings of Cua’s lifelong fascination with atmosphere and place. The gentle movement of the canal reflects the w
Mar 71 min read
"Chicago, My kind of Town!"
"Chicago, My Kind of Town!" | Pastel on Paper | By Susan Cua Chicago, My Kind of Town! by Susan Cua is an expressive pastel on paper capturing the vibrant spirit of the city often called the Chicago . Rendered in an impressionistic style, the artwork evokes the energy of downtown streets where architecture, people, and atmosphere blend together in a dynamic urban moment. Soft yet bold pastel strokes depict towering skyscrapers rising above a lively pedestrian scene. Famili
Mar 61 min read
"View from the Hill" | Granada, Spain
“View from a Hill” | Pastel on Paper | By Susan Cua “View from a Hill” captures the quiet majesty of Granada, Southern Spain in the soft, atmospheric language of pastel. Painted by Susan Cua, this impressionist landscape reflects the glow of evening light washing over ancient walls and rolling hills, where color and atmosphere touches the soul. Gentle purples, warm ochres, and misty greens blend together, inviting the viewer to linger in the feeling of place...sunset air, dis
Mar 61 min read
“Sombras y Luz en Sevilla” – Shadows and Light in Seville
“Tranvía y Plaza cerca de la Universidad de Sevilla” (“Tram and Plaza near the University of Seville”) This pastel impressionist painting by Susan Cua captures a lively street scene near the historic University of Seville in the beautiful city of Seville, Spain. Soft yet vibrant pastel strokes bring the architecture and atmosphere of Seville to life. A warm terracotta-colored building rises on the corner, its elegant windows and curved façade reflecting the classical charm o
Mar 61 min read
"Chicago Scene"
"Chicago Scene" | Pastel on Paper | By Susan Cua This impressionist pastel painting captures the vibrant energy of the skyline of Chicago during the quiet transition from day to evening. Rendered with expressive pastel strokes, the composition looks out across a sweeping urban landscape where the city’s high-rise buildings rise softly against a warm, glowing sky. Shades of gold, peach, and pale blue blend together, suggesting the fading light of sunset reflecting off the glas
Mar 51 min read
"Springtime in Amsterdam"
"Springtime in Amsterdam" | Pastel on Paper | By Susan Cua This soft pastel painting depicts a serene spring scene in Amsterdam, showcasing a tranquil canal bordered by lush green trees and traditional European architecture. A church tower gracefully ascends in the background, mirrored in the water below, while small red cars introduce hints of warmth and vitality along the street. The hazy, blended pastel strokes evoke a dreamy ambiance, highlighting light, reflection, and
Mar 51 min read
"Evening in Paris"
"Evening in Paris | Pastel on Paper | By Susan Cua This pastel painting elegantly depicts Paris at dusk, enveloped in the dramatic hues of sunset. The Eiffel Tower stands prominently at the center, softly illuminated against a vibrant sky that transitions from deep blue to warm shades of orange and red near the horizon. A large, pale moon is suspended low in the sky, imparting a serene, almost dreamlike quality to the scene. Below, the city unfolds in a blur of twinkling ligh
Mar 51 min read
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