2025 – 24 x 24
Mosaic-Glue | Oil | Paper | Board
One cannot be absolutely oneself in public, because the fact that you’re in public makes you have to have some kind of defence, or everything is clear and open when you’re in love. 🙂
Cat-iTude by Jeffrey A. Stapleton is a whimsical yet sophisticated mosaic portrait capturing the essence of feline confidence and charm. The composition is crafted from hundreds of interlaced images arranged in a bold collage grid, blending pop culture references with fine art storytelling. Each hand-placed square—slightly askew—adds texture, authenticity, and a handcrafted quality to the work. Accents of blue punctuate the vivid design, elevating the striking portrait and creating visual rhythm throughout the piece.
The title itself, Cat-iTude, draws on the rich history of the word “catitude,” which first appeared in the late 1800s in a poem by American poet James Whitcomb Riley. Today, “catitude” embodies the spirit of a confident cat: proactive, curious, and deeply connected to its environment—traits mirrored in Stapleton’s mosaic through playful yet intentional composition.
For Stapleton, “A work of art is not complete until it is shared.” With Cat-iTude, sharing becomes an invitation to dialogue—one that sparks joy, challenges perspectives, and bridges cultural divides. Perfect for collectors, cat lovers, and contemporary art enthusiasts, this piece celebrates personality, imagination, and the timeless allure of cats through mosaic fine art.
