Cynthia Maynard

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Painting

Swirly Watercolor Flowers

Sometimes it's fun just to swirl some color! I chose bright colors and painted simple "blobby strokes". Then, I used Posca acrylic paint pens to add bold, opaque details. This technique is great for beginners and warm-up painting. I used watercolor paper and Artify paintbrushes that are affordable, but still work well. ... View the Post

06.30.23

Painting

Sunflowers in Soft Pastels & Video

Soft pastels are a great medium to layer on a watercolor underpainting. They give great texture and bold pigment. Check out the video below to see this painting in action! I have also launched my Patreon (finally) and have a link below. I will be adding a tier for digital papers. Thanks for stopping by! ... View the Post

06.28.23

Painting

“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

06.26.23

Painting

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

06.23.23

Painting

Soft Pastel Floral Painting & Short Video

Here are some loose, impressionism florals (SHORT VIDEO) using a few brands of pastels in varying softness. It's helpful to start with a watercolor wash if you are using watercolor paper. It's also a fast way to block in color. ... View the Post

06.21.23

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New Chicks!

In May, we purchased our next set of chicks to rotate into our little flock. We mostly order from My Pet Chicken. We like a variety so that we get plenty of eggs, having a variety of colors. They also need to be Michigan-proof, as we can get some cold winters! Here are some quick, watercolor chicks in my art journal! ... View the Post

06.20.23

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