Cynthia Maynard

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Painting· Paper Crafting

Using Colored Pencils on Cardstock & VIDEO

Colored pencils were my first art supply love, and I continue to enjoy their versatility. Most colors will show up wonderfully on black cardstock! Try drawing on cardstock for your own unique cards in lieu of stamps. I've paired the colored pencils with my Artsy metallic watercolors for even more colorful impact. NEW! Canva Frames in the shop! ... View the Post

06.07.24

Painting· Paper Crafting

Gouache Painting on a Card & VIDEO

Sometimes, it is easier for me to paint on a card than stamp an image correctly. :) I feel like I am a little "stamping challenged" at times. I like to keep a box of A2 card blanks around, so I thought I would tape off the front a paint a night scene. It didn't come out quite how I was envisioning, but the method was fun and worked well. The cards are a good cardstock weight and held up well to the HIMI gouache. I splattered some gold paint for good measure! :) ... View the Post

05.20.24

Painting· Paper Crafting

White Tiger on Black & VIDEO

White tigers are beautiful! I thought I would try a whimsical tiger using my Artsy metallic watercolors on Legion black watercolor paper. I love the iridescent effect! I started with a simple tiger-shaped base with the metallic watercolor, then layered a few other colors for texture. For bold detail, I used a black acrylic paint pen. Video below! I put this onto an A2 card base. It's great for a masculine card! ... View the Post

05.17.24

Paper Crafting

De-Stash for United States Only

Here are some products that you will find in the Paypal listing. CLICK on the DROP-DOWN menu to choose item. The stamp set is new, from Studio Light as pictured. Shipping is first class, US only. This is a 6 x 6 inch sampler of Craft Consortium's The Circus SAMPLER by Clare Therese. You will receive 10, double-sided sheets. This is not the full paper pad. Shipping is first class, US only. ... View the Post

04.20.24

Painting· Paper Crafting

Distress Pencils & VIDEO

The Distress line of colors from Ranger Ink were some of my first paper crafting products back in 2016. I love the range of colors and ink formulations. I am a little late with reviewing the Distress pencils (their version of watercolor pencils), sets 1-3. I have a video below, so check that out! :) I have been using Lyra Aquarelle sticks, Inktense pencils, and Caran D'ache for some time. I would not consider the Distress pencils of the same quality, but I do think there is a valid place ... View the Post

04.01.24

Painting· Paper Crafting

Valentine Candies Seamless Pattern Collection

This collection can really be used throughtout the year and for several holidays. These seamless patterns coordinate together, and are perfect for card making, journaling, planners, and gift boxes. You can get them in my ETSY SHOP or my PATREON SHOP. I created the geometric patterns from the hand-drawn candies! COMING SOON! ... View the Post

01.17.24

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