About Me

Hi World!

I'M CYNTHIA CHRISTENSEN

I have been a creative for as long as I can remember. As a child, I fondly remember sitting close to Mom while she embroidered, and I searched craft magazines, always asking,, “Can I have this?”, of found objects in the house for my endless inspirations.

Now in my sixties, and she in her nineties, my mother muses over where I got my creativity from, while I remind her that she was first in encouraging me to explore.

Being creative amuses me, a loyal companion through joys & challenges of youth, school, work, family, parenting, grandparenting, and becoming a senior. I preferred creative options for school projects, initiating community art projects as an adult, and I hope to create as a senior, unto my end days

. Life can throw us trauma and I have known my share. Creating art calms me, brings acceptance of each new present. Colors heal spirits, bringing fresh remembrance of self and worth. I am inspired by stories of art supporting, connecting, and healing others.

Drawing often happens for me while in conversation with others. Markers and pens are a steady companion, and I am forever grateful. May creativity within each of us, ease tough times, and spark smiles where ever possible! .

My art business has been designated as a "Trusted Art Seller" with The Art Storefronts Organization, which means you can shop with confidence, and know that I stand behind the quality and value of my products.

Inspiration

Bright colors are like vitamins for me! I am inspired by Nature, and energetic principles of Circles and Spirals, symbols which connect us all, Seasons, people in my life, and world events also influence my art in wonderfully surprising ways.

Techniques

I use Sharpie Markers for colors, and highlight with white, gold, and silver Unibell pens, on Heavyweight Swarthmore Drawing Paper. I love the accessibility and affordability of these supplies, hoping anyone can feel inspired to create, using markers, pens, and paper too.

career highlights

My young grandson, loves creating together, My great joy is in hearing him say, "We are artists!".

I am blessed to have coordinated community mural projects, done a mural exchange with a sister Nicaraguan city, murals in a local church, homes, and other environments. I hope to always enjoy exploring creativity.

Recent quotes by others about my art! THANK YOU!

So full of life, wonder and vigor! I just love your work in all it's gorgeous complexity. The layers are fantastic and it's all just gushing with positive energy. So vibrant, full of hope, and good energy! -Lian Brehm/ Wowzee my friend, your art is dazzling! You are AMAZING, such beauty you are creating. I am so glad to have this feast! Completely mind blowing awesome art! -Suzy Norris/ These are so great, so wonderful Cynthia! I didn't realize you had so many. Awesome! I love them all! -Kristi Smith/ The thought and creativity that are put into your art work is amazing. The different designs to make a subject peek through is cool. The use of color is breathtaking. Love your work, and happy your website will be ready. To work while doing what you love, is such a gift. -Shelley Bussell Lenhart/ Wow! You've got it going! Beautiful, with so much light popping out, so beautiful. Absolutely wonderful and imaginative, each and every one! This must be so relaxing to do! -Ruth Pope/ Isn't it amazing? So detailed, wonderfully done, detailed with exceptional composition. Floored. I adore them. -Chris C. / Your artwork blows me away! They are so mystical and amazing! -Gina Mazer/ Incredible artwork! -Kathie Alyce/ Wonderful art, my friend! They are so wonderful!-Bernadette Hood/ Beautiful! -Susan LIggitt/ I love this. This looks like it could be an illustration for a children's book. -Caryn Connolly/ Amazing colors. -Laurie Pontbriand/ Awesome! Fantastic! -Kathy Olszewski/ Exquisitely beautiful & dynamic! -Renee Carpenter/ Love your art! -Susquehana Susie/ Absolutely so cool! Hilary Richards Cole/ So happy for you, Keep drawing, my friend. -Lori Somaini/ Beautiful, my friend! Keep up the great work! Charlene Calgagni/ That's my favorite. Wow! Oh, and this one too. Sooo beautiful and full! -Emily Kaminsky/ I love your art, Cynthia! It's so dynamic. -Al Morrow/ Great energy here & love.-Maggie Neale/ My favorite. So much joy and delightful energy in this one! So extraordinary, intricate beauty. Thanks for sharing your art work, Cynthia! -Diane Cecile Ehly/ You are channeling and sourcing creativity. -Amy Darly/ Lovely work..-John Churchman/ These are beautiful, Cynthia! -Judy Copa/ You are very talented, and your work is beautiful! -Leslie Silliphant/ Love these. Art. -Carmen George/ Awesome job! I love your art work, These are beautiful, like all the others. -Amy Lynn Richards/ Stunning work. -Melinda Moulton/ Congratulations! Your work is beautiful! -Marla / Congratulations! Lyna Lou Nordstrom/ You are so talented. Love these!! -Beth Goeke Kerr/ Wonderful prosperity coming to you as you bring beauty into this world. -Heather D'Amore/ Your art is so unique and beautiful.- laura Cole Cunningham