Showing on Santa Fe: New Art by Cynthia Ligeros at Gallery at Studio J

 I'm honored to be showing at Gallery at Studio J!

Higher Than The Soul Can Hope 48x48 Abstract Oil Painting

Higher Than The Soul Can Hope is an exhibition of some of my newest abstract oil paintings from April 19th to May 13th, 2017

The opening reception with light refreshments is on Friday April 21st from 6-8pm. 

The First Friday Art Walk reception is May 5th from 6-8pm.

Gallery at Studio J is located at 742 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO in The Santa Fe Arts District

For more information call: 303-669-8991 or Email: galleryatstudioj@gmail.com

Sneak Peak of the Show:

See more new work on my website at www.cynthialigeros.com

Is it Modern Art? Abstract Art? Contemporary Art?

Silent Radiance
14 x 14
Oil and Gold Leaf on Canvas
Cynthia Ligeros

The lines between different art movements get blurry around the edges.  The definitions of modern art, abstract art and contemporary art can sometimes be a little confusing.  Technically, an "abstract" oil painting has no representational elements.  It's not a picture of any "thing" you can pick out.  Still, it's hard to look at a good painting and not see something in it.  The real question is: when you look at a painting, how do you feel? 

That's how you find a painting you love.  An abstract oil painting appeals to different people for different reasons.  You might see shapes and colors that remind you of a favorite place.  Or the composition of the painting might evoke an emotion for you, whether soothing or energizing or uplifting.  Whatever the reason, trust your personal taste and go with a painting that you love.

A Few of My Abstract Art Oil Painting Techniques

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!

My oil painting is in the Denver Modernism Show!

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!

My artwork will be showing at DIA!

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!