MODERN ART FROM THE STUDIO OF CYNTHIA LIGEROS

I'm so excited to be featured in Professional Artist Magazine!

2012-01-12T19:00:00.000-08:00

I can't believe I'm appearing in the February 2012 issue of Professional Artist Magazine!

It's such a huge honor, since I've read Professional Artist Magazine (formerly Art Calendar) for years. And now I'm in the Artist Spotlight section. The article features two of my paintings, along with my thoughts about how any artist can creatively grow by experimenting with painting abstracts. I also talk about what inspires my art and the things that drew me to paint abstracts in the first place.

The issue should be appearing on news stands now, or you can order a copy of Professional Artist Magazine here.

I'm so excited and grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such an amazing magazine!

Refresh Body and Spirit With a Free Show at the Madden Art Museum

2012-01-10T19:00:00.000-08:00

Wouldn't it be nice if you could find a lovely art museum conveniently located right in the DTC, especially with free admission? Now you can. The highly-acclaimed Madden Art Museum is located right behind Comfort Dental Amphitheater, and I'm proud to say that one of my pieces has been selected to show there!

My abstract oil painting Breath of Autumn will appear in the "This Is Colorado" art show at the Madden Art Museum this month. The show runs from January 12th to February 23rd. Admission is free Monday thru Friday from 9am - 5 pm, so check it out anytime.

It's a terrific show celebrating Colorado artists and the artwork inspired by our beautiful state. I'm really excited to be a part of it!

The opening reception will be on January 13th from 4:30-8:30 pm, and all are invited. That means you! Also, the Mangia Bevi Cafe will be open during the event for dinner and refreshments, and I can tell you that they have delicious lattes and snacks. Hope to see you there!

A Few of My Abstract Art Oil Painting Techniques

2011-10-28T16:00:00.000-07:00

Ever wonder how an artist starts with a blank white canvas and transforms it into a beautiful oil painting? I get a lot of questions about my oil painting techniques, because every artist works differently. My method often involves building up my paint in layers, creating a texture that adds depth and character to my abstract art. Sometimes, I'll dig down into the paint to expose deeper layers, showing you glimpses of the painting beneath. Lately, I've started incorporating gold leaf in to the oil paint. Want to know more? I'm always happy to talk about my art. Just ask me!

Art for Life at Artwork Network

2011-09-05T08:00:00.000-07:00

I'm pleased to be a part of the Art for Life silent art auction benefiting Project Angel Heart again this year. My piece titled "Secret Moon" will be up for bidding along with more than 100 pieces of fine art created by local and nationally recognized artists. It's a great way to help provide meals for those coping with life-threatening illness.

This year, Project Angel Heart will also introduce an emerging artist salon including artwork from students at Denver School of the Arts and Art Students League of Denver, juried by Denver artist Bill Starke.

The auction goes from 6-10pm at 878 Santa Fe Drive Friday September 9th. To purchase tickets visit www.projectangelheart.org.
Tickets are $65 for one or $120 for two. Enjoy marvelous cocktails, wine and delicious hors d'oeuvres and dessert while bidding on art at the Artwork Network in the Santa Fe Art District.

My oil painting is in the Denver Modernism Show!

2011-08-19T08:00:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited that one of my latest pieces, Bare Winter, was jury-selected into the Denver Modernism show!

The show runs Aug. 26, 27 and 28. Friday 5-10 pm, Saturday 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday 10 am - 3 pm. It's at the National Western Complex Expo Hall in downtown Denver.

They'll have everything from a Miss Modernism Pageant, to a Vintage Car Show!

You can get tickets, and more information at denvermodernism.com.

Hope to see you there!

Penumbra Sunset now at Clayton Lane Fine Arts in Cherry Creek

2011-05-24T09:00:00.000-07:00

Penumbra Sunset 24 x 24 oil on canvas

At the end of the day, just before sunset, all of the colors around us become magnified for a brilliant moment, just before they fade into the twilight. The ancient astronomer Johannes Kepler created the word "penumbra" to describe the elusive edge of an eclipse, where the light struggles to escape being blotted out by the darkness. When I painted Penumbra Sunset, I wanted to paint about holding onto the edge of the light, the edge of hope, keeping the beauty alive inside the darkness.

You can see Penumbra Sunset now at Clayton Lane Fine Arts in Cherry Creek.

Deepest Secret now at Clayton Lane Fine Arts in Cherry Creek

2011-05-17T09:00:00.000-07:00

Deepest Secret 24 x 24

Deepest Secret was inspired by the e.e. cummings poem "I carry your heart." I've always believed that you have to carry on in what you believe in, not only for yourself but for the people you love. Sometimes, that can be incredibly hard -- but doing it defines who we are. Deepest Secret evokes the cool blues and brilliant reds of a winter sunset, a time when the darkness and cold close in, and the crucial moments when we remember the people that inspire us to carry on.

You can see Deepest Secret now at Clayton Lane Fine Arts in Cherry Creek.

Blaze of Noon now at Clayton Lane Fine Arts in Cherry Creek

2011-05-10T09:00:00.000-07:00

Blaze of Noon 36 x 36

The endless skies of Colorado constantly inspire me. I embedded fragments of a Robert Frost poem in Blaze of Noon because I wanted to be reminded that everything we do, everything around us is a journey. Our lives are not about the motions of day to day living, but about the lengths we will go to and the inspiration we find around us every day to keep us going on the journey we need to take.

You can see Blaze of Noon now at Clayton Lane Fine Arts in Cherry Creek.

Bare Winter now at Clayton Lane Fine Arts

2011-05-03T09:00:00.000-07:00

24 x 24 Oil on Canvas

Bare Winter is about hope. The stark image of leaf-bare trees in the snow inspired me to paint about the long wait for our chance to bloom. The icy blue light of winter is set against flashes of sun, while the trees are caught in between, motionless, suspended between the deep cold and the distant warmth, clinging to their chance to break free and embrace the future.

You can see Bare Winter now at Clayton Lane Fine Arts in Cherry Creek.

Pieces Magazine featured my oil painting!

2011-04-29T09:00:00.000-07:00


Deepest Secret oil on canvas 24"x24"

I just wanted to say thanks to Pieces Magazine for featuring my oil painting Deepest Secret this month.

Pieces of Denver is a monthly entertainment magazine that offers a unique format that captures local news, sports, commentary and art. Pieces of Denver is a free publication that can be found in hundreds of locations throughout Denver and surrounding areas. You can pick up a copy at your local grocery store, many retailers, restaurants, coffee shops and hospitals. You can even subscribe for home delivery at denverpieces.com.

I really appreciate being a part of such an exciting new magazine!

2011 Inspired Art Show

2011-03-02T10:45:00.000-08:00

I painted a charity piece for the Inspired Art Project again this year. It was inspired by this poem called Red Heart, written by Joann R., age 9, from Munroe Elementary:

Red heart in Love, hip hip hurray
Sad heart it smells like perfume
Red heart is soft it sounds like
Pom Pom Pom

The art show and silent auction will benefit two local non-profits that promote creative expression and youth development for Denver's urban children.
America Scores Denver and Think 360 Arts.
It will be held on March 10th at Space Gallery at 765 Santa Fe Drive
Tickets are $30 in advance/$40 at the door
Fabulous drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be provided along with some amazing local art and youth poetry.
For tickets to the show visit inspiredartdenver.wordpress.com or contact aoloughlin@americascores.org.

My abstract art is now at MFI Art Company in NYC!

2011-01-17T08:00:00.000-08:00

I'm excited to announce that MFI Art Co. and the Michael Ingbar Gallery are now representing my artwork! This is a wonderful moment, because I love the New York art scene and I'm thrilled to be a part of it.

The MFI Art Company is a major New York art consulting firm with clients ranging from individual collectors to major multinational corporations. Since 1977, MFI has provided artwork to well over 2200 clients. Located in the storied Soho arts district of Manhattan, the Michael Ingbar Gallery was established to help locate new artists and collectors.

If you're in the New York City area, I'd like to invite you to check out my artwork:

MFI Art Company
568 Broadway
New York, NY 10012
(212) 334-1100

http://www.mfiart.com/

My artwork will be showing at the Madden Art Museum!

2011-01-07T08:00:00.000-08:00

My abstract oil painting Blessing Moon will be in the This is Colorado art show at the Madden Art Museum this month. The show runs from January to March.

It's a terrific show celebrating Colorado artists and the artwork inspired by the beautiful state of Colorado. I'm really excited to be a part of it!

The opening reception is on January 14th from 4:30-8:30 pm. Refreshments will be served. Hope to see you there!

My artwork will be showing at DIA!

2010-11-22T08:00:00.000-08:00

I'm excited to announce that my oil painting Penumbra Sunset was juried into the Creative Capitol Metro Denver Exhibition. My artwork will be on display at Denver International Airport from November, 2010 to February, 2011 and at the Colorado State Capitol from March, 2011 to June, 2011. The artwork is installed at DIA in the A Concourse/Center Core/Mezzanine level. One art gallery is on the North side of A Mezzanine, above the main retail/concession area at the center of A concourse. There is also artwork on the south side of the A Mezzanine art gallery, in an area called the Y-juncture.

It's an amazing show celebrating Colorado artists and the artwork inspired by the beautiful state of Colorado. I'm honored to be a part of it!

My paintings are in Phosphorescence Magazine this month!

2010-10-21T16:28:00.000-07:00

I'm happy to announce that my work appears in Phosphorescence Magazine this month! They're featuring seven of my abstract oil paintings:
Between, Vampyre Moon, Long Night's Moon, Evening's Breath, Fading Time, Promises, and Spirit of Night.

This is the magazine's twelfth issue and it also features the work of Jasmine Baetzel, Stasia Burrington, Elysium Artwork: Brandon Alexander & Janelle Mazza, Nathaniel Osollo, and Josue Romero, as well as music reviews of Big Hell, Ancient Pistol, and Adam Shenk.

Since 2007, Phosphorescence Magazine has showcased the work of emerging and established artists. Its goal is to help provide a means of communication between artist and art collector.

If you would like your very own copy of the magazine, or a free download and preview of this month's issue, you can get it here:
http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/phosphorescence-magazine-twelfth-issue-2010/13216177

Art for Life at Artwork Network

2010-08-19T14:52:00.000-07:00

I'm pleased to be a part of the Art for Life silent art auction benefiting Project Angel Heart this year. My piece titled "From the Moonlight" will be up for bidding along with more than 150 pieces of fine art created by local and nationally recognized artists. It's a great way to help provide meals for those coping with life-threatening illness.

The auction goes from 6-10pm at 878 Santa Fe Drive this Thursday Aug 26.
To purchase tickets call 303-830-0202 or visit www.projectangelheart.org
Tickets are $50 for one or $95 for two. Enjoy marvelous cocktails, wine and delicious hors d'oeuvres while electronically bidding on art at the Artwork Network in the Santa Fe Art District.

Visit Artwork Network this Friday, August 20, for Third Friday and a sneak peak of the Art for Life show. Selected pieces of artwork will be on display at Artwork Network and in American National Bank Cherry Creek North throughout the month of August. Please feel free to stop by or send your friends and family!

Reception at Mici Restaurant tonight!

2010-08-17T09:13:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited to be heading out to the reception at Mici Restaurant tonight! Everyone is invited for free appetizers and a look at some of my latest art from 6-8 pm.

Hope to see you there!

Artist Reception at Mici Restaurant in Cherry Creek!

2010-08-13T10:12:00.000-07:00

I'm excited to announce that the wonderful people at Mici Restaurant have put together an artist reception for me on Tuesday August 17th! They will provide incredible appetizers from 6-8pm.

Mici is located right in the heart of Cherry Creek at 3030 E. 2nd Ave. (at Milwaukee)
Everyone is invited. Please feel free to stop by for some delicious food, drinks, art, and gelato!

Smoke Bomb Painting

2010-07-05T12:04:00.000-07:00

This is how artists celebrate the 4th of July!

Here's a picture of me celebrating Independence Day with some great artist friends. This is a fun way to collaborate with some other artists, using smoke bombs on canvas to paint something truly unique.

You wouldn't think so, but smoke bombs actually make pretty good art media! Just be sure to stand upwind...

Mici Restaurant show in Cherry Creek!

2010-06-29T13:01:00.000-07:00

While you're visiting the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, come by Mici Italian Restaurant for some delicious food and even more art!

The Cherry Creek Arts Festival runs July 3-5, from 10am to 8pm Saturday and Sunday and 10am to 6pm on Monday. Don't miss it!

Mici is located right in the heart of the festival at 3030 E. 2nd Ave. (at Milwaukee)

My show will be up until the end of August. Stop by for some awesome pizza and gelato!

Free "Moore Inspired" art show at Denver Botanic Gardens this Thursday!

2010-05-30T11:24:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder that the Moore Inspired show is this Thursday, and it promises to be an excellent event! Admission is FREE, but you must RSVP to get on the guest list! So what are you waiting for? Click here: exhibits@botanicgardens.org

Now available on Art.com: Me!

2010-05-20T09:10:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited that anyone can go to Art.com, type in Cynthia Ligeros, and buy a print of Spirit of Night!

This is a wonderful day! Winning "America's Next Master Artist" contest is a great opportunity, and again I'd like to say thanks to everyone involved.

Let me know what you think!

Here's a link to Art.com:

http://www.art.com/products/p1473293250-sa-i4169474/cynthia-ligeros-spirit-of-night.htm?sorig=0

I can't believe I won America's Next Master Artist on Art.com!

2010-05-19T18:09:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited! I entered this contest on a whim, and I can't believe I actually won. There were over a thousand entries, and something like 15,000 votes. Mine was selected by the jury panel of experts on Art.com. I'm so honored!

You can see all of the winners here:

http://www.art.com/asp/landing/lifeinmotion

Scroll down to see my piece, Spirit of Night, in the finalists.

And to everyone who voted, thank you so much! And thanks to everyone at Art.com!

Moore Inspired: Contemporary Responses to Henry Moore at the Denver Botanic Gardens!

2010-05-12T10:16:00.000-07:00

I am honored to be invited to participate in Moore Inspired: Contemporary Responses to Henry Moore at the Denver Botanic Gardens! This show is unique as it allows contemporary artists to explore the ideas and passions of the legendary artist with their interpretations of Henry Moore’s iconic sculptures.
The show runs May 29 – Aug. 1, the opening reception is Thursday June 3rd from 5:30-8pm. Hope to see you there!
RSVP to exhibits@botanicgardens.org

Sunshine, here we come!

2010-05-08T12:04:00.000-07:00

One of the nice things about warm weather is getting your classic car back on the road!

The Inspired Art Show!

2010-05-02T11:30:00.000-07:00

The Inspired Art Show went really well this year! I was pleased to see such a great turn out for a good cause. So many artists donated their art to help the kids, and there were a lot of bids. I was proud to be a part of it.

Inspired Art show at Space Gallery tomorrow night!

2010-04-28T09:56:00.000-07:00

Just a quick reminder, the Inspired Art show is tomorrow night!

The art show and silent auction will benefit two local non-profits that promote creative expression and youth development in Denver's urban youth.
America Scores Denver and Think 360 Arts.
It will be held at Space Gallery at 765 Santa Fe Drive
Tickets are $40 at the door
Fabulous drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be provided along with some amazing local art and youth poetry.

The WOW Show at Core New Art Space

2010-04-22T09:05:00.000-07:00

I have a piece in The 2010 WOW Show at Core New Art Space this month called Vampyre Moon.
If you missed the opening on Friday you can still see the show until May 2nd.
It's a really fun and eclectic show this year. Lots of great local art at fantastic prices!

Core is located at 900 Santa Fe Dr(9th & Santa Fe).
They are open Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-9pm, Saturdays 12-6pm, Sundays 1-4pm
from April 15th-May 2nd

Inspired Art Show

2010-04-19T09:00:00.000-07:00

I painted a charity piece for the Inspired Art Project. It was inspired by this poem, written by Giovanna M., age 10, from Eagleton Elementary:

My Soul Is . . .
My soul is a heart filled
with sadness with no love that is going to enter.
My soul is something
that flies at night
If you spot it
It will spot you.
My soul is a cat running away from her life from the dogs.
My soul is a girl sitting in a chair
I am an empty chair/
My soul is a dog sitting on a rock like a boy running around.

The art show and silent auction will benefit two local non-profits that promote creative expression and youth development in Denver's urban youth.
America Scores Denver and Think 360 Arts.
It will be held on April 29th at Space Gallery at 765 Santa Fe Drive
Tickets are $30 in advance/$40 at the door
Fabulous drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be provided along with some amazing local art and youth poetry.
For tickets to the show visit inspiredartdenver.wordpress.com or contact
krees@americascores.org.

Spring 2010 Limited Editions at PICreativeArt.com

2010-02-04T14:15:00.000-08:00

I'm very excited to announce that two of my latest pieces are now featured as limited-edition giclees from PI Creative Art. Both pieces are going to appear in the Spring 2010 catalog, but you can order them online now:

Past Horizons

Embers

New painting: Penumbra Sunset

2010-01-26T11:37:00.000-08:00

This is my latest oil painting, inspired by the colors that appeared in the sky. January in the Rocky Mountains can be beautiful.

This original oil painting on gallery-wrapped canvas measures 24" x 24".

For a limited time, it's available online with free shipping (within the continental US). A portion of all proceeds goes to benefit Haiti relief efforts. Just click the "Buy Now" button below.

Thank you!

Penumbra Sunset
24 x 24
oil on canvas
$850.00

Denver Modernism Show

2009-08-28T13:27:00.001-07:00

I'm so excited that one of my latest pieces, Colorado Begins, was jury-selected into the Denver Modernism show!

The show runs tonight 4-10 pm, tomorrow 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday August 30th 10 am - 3 pm. It's at the National Western Complex in downtown Denver.

Hope to see you there!

denvermodernism.com

Inspiration . . . From the Grocery Store?

2009-03-27T11:01:00.000-07:00

The other day, I was shopping for groceries, when an eggplant caught my eye. I was struck by the color and the reflective properties of its skin. Plus, it was on sale.

So I bought it and painted a study.

Sometimes, it's good to stretch your horizons and keep things fresh. You've got to try new things that you don't ordinarily do every day.

Some people think you should just stick with one type of art, or one style. They don't want to dilute their image. Or something.

But I like to keep things fresh. Plus, I'll sell it really cheap. How does $99 sound?