Featured Abstract Oil Painting: Long Night's Moon

Long Night's Moon 36"x36" Oil on Canvas

The magical light of the December moon, or the Long Night’s Moon, inspired me to create a painting of the same name. The full Long Night’s Moon appears near the winter solstice, the darkest time of year. This contrast between light and darkness makes the glow of moonlight especially poignant.

I was intrigued by the December midwinter moon because the long arc of the moon’s path above the horizon makes it the most visible moon of the year. To capture the feel of the brilliant moonlight reflecting off of the snow-covered city, I built up layers of paint with a palette knife to give the piece depth and luminosity.

Long Night's Moon is 36" x 36" and is currently available from my studio with free shipping at cynthialigeros.com.

I also have other abstract oil paintings for sale on my website, cynthialigeros.com, and on UGallery.com. Thanks so much for looking!

Featured Artwork: Breath of Autumn

I created Breath of Autumn with the amazing changing colors of early fall in mind. I used some of those same colors and the raw emotion they inspired. Gold leaf with oil paint was the perfect way to capture the feel of the autumn sunlight reflecting off of newly golden leaves.

Breath of Autumn is 30" x 30" and is currently available at UGallery.com. Right now, I'm featured in UGallery's Top 20 Artists sale, so from now until Tuesday, Oct. 30, you can save 20% off of any of my paintings with code top20.

I have other fall inspired abstract oil paintings on view at UGallery.com, and at my website, cynthialigeros.com. Thanks for looking!

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!

Pieces Magazine featured my oil painting!

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!

My paintings are in Phosphorescence Magazine this month!

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

Reception at Mici Restaurant tonight!

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!

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

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...