Cynthia Maynard

Author | Artist

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Gansai Tambi Granulating Watercolor & VIDEO

These are beautiful! I am a big fan of Gansai Tambi products, and this small set of granulating watercolors did not disappoint! First, I swatched them out on watercolor paper in my art journal, then I painted some flowers! I have a VIDEO at the bottom of this post, so be sure to check it out! :) ... View the Post

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Edwardian Fashion Sketch with Distress Watercolor Pencils & VIDEO

I gave Distress Watercolor Pencils another go and painted this 1910s fashion sketch. I enjoyed them much better this time. My inspiration was an old Butterick costume pattern that I had about me, and I love the result! The watercolor pencils are fun to use. They are a great addition if you already collect the Distress Ink product line by Ranger Ink. I think they are pricey for getting watercolor pencils without lightfast ratings, but no doubt, you are paying for the Tim Holtz branding. I would ... View the Post

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Dina Wakley Scribble Sticks 2

Here is a swatch and quick painting with set 2 of Dina Wakley Scribble Sticks from Ranger Ink. These veer from the basic set of mostly primaries, into some colors like Cheddar and Elephant! Of course, they coordinate with the acrylic paints. These are fun and easy to use. If you get all of the tins, I suggest rearranging them into like colors. I still tend to grab my Lyra and Caran D'Ache, though. In the end, they are a fun collector art supply, some of the colors are unique, and they are ... View the Post

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Jane Davenport Face Stencils & VIDEO

I LOVE Jane Davenport's face stencils! There are endless possibilities to get you drawing in so many styles. You can get them HERE. This mixed media painting was done with Inktense pencils, Posca pens, and watercolor in my square art journal. Check out the VIDEO below! :) ... View the Post

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Whimsical Inktense Pencil Painting

I love using my Derwent Inktense pencils! They are the ultimate colored pencils and ink/watercolor art supply. Lately, I have been making swatch cards of the colors that I have used in my painting. It has been interesting to see the different color combinations. I added a final touch of gold using a Tonic Studios shimmer pen. They provide the perfect shimmer, and when they are empty, they can be washed and used as a paint brush! What is your favorite brand of colored pencils? The colored ... View the Post

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