Cynthia Maynard

Author | Artist

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“Angry Skies” Soft Pastel Painting & Video

This painting started has a very moody vibe, hence the name. There is something awe-inspiring about the skies just before a storm. I love the vibrant colors, even though they are warm colors. This painting is 8 x 8 inches on watercolor paper. The soft pastels give an amazing texture and layer well over a watercolor underpainting. VIDEO BELOW! ... View the Post

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Mixed Media Whimsical Girl

I love an 8 x 8 inch square painting. It's doesn't feel overwhelming! This is a mixed media piece that started with acrylic paint, some stenciling, and oil pastels. I also used my trusty Posca pens for drawing and the details. SHORT VIDEO HERE I was on a colorful streak. It's fun to expore color combinations with whimsical art! ... View the Post

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Oil Pastel Whimsical Lady & Video

Oil pastels continue to be a favorite medium. They are creamy, like butter, and can be layered on top of other media. Here, I'm simply using watercolor paper for a quick, little painting. She looks a little annoyed, but I love her quirkiness. :) VIDEO BELOW! ... View the Post

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Dress Forms Sketch on Black Paper ~ Soft Pastels

Being a dry medium, soft pastels can go on black drawing paper. I had a pad in my studio that had been "hidden amongst the stuff". I love drawing dress forms (reminiscent of my fashion design days). The pastels were perfect for a wispy, layered color look. SHORT VIDEO HERE ... View the Post

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Oil Pastel Painting on Canvas

I had a canvas on which I had started painting, then abandoned, as it wasn't turning out the way I had wanted. I set it aside for almost a year. Most of us probably have some of those. The other day, I decided to pick it up and use my oil pastels on it. I love how it turned out! The acrylic paint was the perfect colorful underpainting, so I didn't have to cover the whole canvas with my oil pastels. They worked very well together. Give it a try! SHORT VIDEO ... View the Post

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