Cynthia Tabeau Pritchard

CYNTHIA TABEAU PRITCHARD I am Cynthia Tabeau Pritchard and I am a New Hampshire artist working in acrylic paints and inks. Born in Southern California, I cultivated an interest in art and music at an early age, playing the piano and sketching throughout my life, In 2019, I began to develop an appreciation for abstract art and started experimenting with various abstract art styles. The inspiration for my art comes from my travels, my dreams, poetry, social issues and various artists. My intent is to draw the viewer in, through the use of light, color and movement, striving to evoke a positive response with my work. Kandinsky once said that “color is a power which directly influences the soul” and I firmly believe it is as powerful as any other aspect of a painting. I use colors that compliment one another and add light to create interest and inspiration. I usually have a broad concept in mind when I begin a piece, but allow myself to be open to adjusting it as I work, letting the brush and canvas lead me on the journey. My technique includes brushwork, palette knife, pouring and gestural painting. I have participated in juried events including the award-winning Dover Art Center 2021 "Un-American" Exhibition, the Cultural Center of Cape Cod Juried "Off the Wall" Exhibition, the 2021 NAA Members Winter Holiday Show, the CWA 2021 Annual National Open Juried Exhibition, the Library Arts Center 2021 Regional Juried Exhibition, the RAA&M National 2020 Exhibition, the Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts 2020 Annual Exhibition, the Greenwich Art Society 103rd Annual Bendheim Exhibition, the Art Impact International “Pandemic, The Light Therein” Exhibition, selection for the Conception Art Show in Boston, the Colors of Humanity 2020 "Open" Exhibition, and the “Deck the Walls” Exhibition in Exeter, NH. My work has earned recognition in various online venues, garnering several Honorable Mention, Special Merit and Special Recognition awards. I have taken art and sculpting courses at the New Hampshire Institute of Art (New England College Institute of Art and Design) and I am also a member of several New England art associations.