Cat Tesla is an internationally collected abstract painter known for luminous, nature-based works that evoke serenity, clarity, and quiet energy. Before becoming a full-time artist, she built a successful scientific career as a genetic counselor and faculty member in the Department of Human Genetics at Emory University.

Her large-scale abstracts are represented by galleries in both the U.S. and U.K., and appear in more than 300 corporate collections and nearly 1,000 hospitals and medical centers across the United States. Her paintings are also held in thousands of private collections around the world.

Tesla relocated to Sarasota County in 2022, just weeks after receiving a breast cancer diagnosis. As she navigated both recovery and a major life transition, the Florida landscape became more than a backdrop—it became a sanctuary. Her paintings blend color, light, and movement to offer a sense of refuge in a fast-paced world.

In May 2026, Tesla will present a solo exhibition at Art Center Sarasota, showcasing new large-scale works inspired by living by the water.

Her work can be viewed at
www.artbycat.com