Cynthia Maynard

Loose Watercolor Roses with Mozart Watercolors

I'm using Mozart watercolor for these lovely roses. I started in my art journal, just painting very loosely. I then went in with the greenery, finishing with the gold shimmery watercolor. I created a pattern (see picture below). If you are looking for ideas to fill your art journal, try this out! :) The Japanese-style watercolors that I'm using are a lovely balance between a watercolor and a gouache. They include some metallics and neon colors. BUY THE COLLECTION HERE! 10 ... View the Post

Painting

Watercolor Chicken & Process VIDEO

Chickens are part of our daily life. We love their tasty and colorful eggs! They are fun to paint, having such a variety of colors. I'm using my Kuretake Japanese watercolors here with my trusty Posca paint pens. VIDEO BELOW! ... View the Post

Painting· Paper Crafting

Quirky Metallic Watercolor Animals (Card Background) Painting

It's a lot of fun to paint with Artsy Metallic watercolors on black cardstock or watercolor paper to make unique, painted cards! These quirky cats and birds will cheer anyone up! Check out the VIDEO below! ... View the Post

Painting

Mixed Media Oil Pastel Painting

I love all the water soluble art supplies! :) This painting includes water soluble oil pastels, Jane Davenport's crayons, and Caran D'ache Neocolor II crayons. Of course, Strathmore toned tan paper is just the thing for the job! I have a video HERE on how these art crayons are similar to Mungyo's crayons. ... View the Post

Paper Crafting

Etsy Paper Art Doll Cut-Aparts

If you enjoy mixed media paper doll art, junk journaling, and collage paper crafting projects, then you will have fun with these! PURCHASE HERE I filled them with my art in various styles from modern washes to vintage paper. Print them out on cardstock and cut on the lines. Then, you can add clothes, hair, and other collage bits. Fun! ... View the Post

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