Catherine and Lilly at Central Park
In Catherine and Lilly at Central Park, Troy Hul Arnold captures a poignant portrait of intergenerational resilience in the face of global upheaval. Set during the COVID-19 era, the painting depicts a grandmother and granddaughter—Catherine and Lilly—sharing a quiet stroll through the expansive grounds of Central Park. Both figures wear face masks, a subtle but potent symbol of the time, signaling not only protection but adaptation.

The park, long a symbol of refuge and recreation in New York City, becomes here a backdrop for continuity and care. Despite the constraints of a world reshaped by pandemic, Arnold emphasizes the enduring bonds between family members and the ability to find joy and connection in the simplest of routines.

By positioning the figures in motion, yet grounded within the landscape, the work reflects both the tension and tenderness of the moment. Catherine and Lilly at Central Park is ultimately a study in grace under duress—where love persists, even in uncertain times.