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Welcome to the website of artist Cindy Agan.
Signature member of the Louisiana Watercolor Society.
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| "Napa Merlot" (Watercolor) | 26 ½ X 18 ¼ | "Riesling" (Watercolor) | 26 ½ X 15 ¾ |
About the Artist
Cindy Agan is a self-taught and internationally published
watercolor and portrait artist. She prefers realism in all mediums,
which include watercolor, pastel, and most recently fluid acrylics and gouache.
Her paintings of children have been best described as " in a spirit
evocative of Norman Rockwell" and she has completed over 200 portrait comissions.
She is the author of the art instruction book titled Painting Watercolors that Sparkle with Life, (North Light Books, USA) and the instructional video titled Painting Watercolors that Sparkle with Life. An excerpt of her video has been included in the video 10 Top Painting Tips with nine other artists from around the world (videos by Teaching Art, UK).
Cindy has been a recipient of over 70 awards and her paintings have been included in several books and publications. Her work has been displayed in numerous national and international juried shows, group and solo exhibits, and can be found in private and corporate collections.
Cindy teaches workshops throughout the United States and Canada, and is a signature member of the Louisiana Watercolor Society.
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| "Still Life with Riesling" (Watercolor with Fluid Acrylic) | 25 ¾ X 18 ¾ |
Book Publications
Cindy's paintings have been featured in several publications, which include the following books:
The Best of Drawing: Strokes of Genius 3 - Fresh Perspectives 2011
The Best of Watercolor: Splash 12 - Celebrating Artistic Vision 2011
The Best of Watercolor: Splash 10 - Passionate Brushstrokes 2008
Painter's Quick Reference: Birds & Butterflies 2008
Drawing and Painting People: The Essential Guide 2007
Painter's Quick Reference: Cats & Dogs 2007
A Celebration of Light 2007
The Best of Watercolor: Splash 9 - Watercolor Secrets 2006
Cindy's book - Painting Watercolors That Sparkle With Life
The Best of Watercolor: Splash 7 - A Celebration of Light 2002
The Best of Watercolor: Splash 6 - The Magic of Texture 2000
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Coming Soon! Best of Worldwide Water Media |
Artist Statement
My art career started with a box of crayons and a coloring book at the age
of three and I have been honing my skills ever since! My professional career began
in the early 80's painting portrait commissions, a practice that continues today.
I am self-taught in watercolor, with the exception of a beginner course. Being detail-oriented, I prefer a realistic approach to painting using warm colors on my palette. I apply watercolor paint in a different fashion than is typically used for this medium. With numerous glazes and high concentrates of pigment I can achieve more intense and vibrant color.
My artwork is influenced by so many interests that bring me joy: flower gardening, people, animals, antiques, wine tasting, and a deep appreciation for architectural details in the US and Europe.
Undoubtedly, there are more paintings that I want to do than I have time, but there is nothing I would rather do than work towards that impossible goal.
Giclee Prints Now Available
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Contact Cindy at cindyaganart@hotmail.com for information about a purchase, commission, or workshop.
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"Never be afraid to try something new. Remember that amateurs built the Ark. Professionals built the Titanic." - Dave Barry |