MEDIA: Phoenix Home and Garden, June/July 2021 issue

The Scottsdale Art Walk: A Cherished Tradition

The Scottsdale Art Walk is a beloved local event that draws art enthusiasts from all over the country. Cyndy Carstens is an active member of the art community as an artist, gallery owner and Scottsdale Gallery Association board member, so she regularly opens her studio to visitors on this weekly night of celebration. If you’re curious […]

Meet the Artist: Cyndy Carstens

Cyndy Carstens is able to capture natural and majestic beauty on canvas. Her artistic journey began when she was a young child. To keep her occupied while recovering from a serious illness, her parents bought her a small easel and paint. This hobby sparked something in her, and at the age of 6, she received […]

The History of the Modern Art Era

At the dawn of the 20th century, the world was filled with excitement and anxiety at what was to come. As time went on, the world was faced with two World Wars, an economic boom and collapse, unbelievable technological advancements, and so much more. Artists began to experiment, using their feelings about the ever-changing world […]

How Access To Art Helps Communities

Art is widely celebrated around the world, but it’s not always accessible to everyone who wants to buy it. Art enriches our communities, and when people are able to access it, whether that’s through supporting artists, having accessibility to art spaces, and the availability of art financially, it makes a big impact. Here are some ways that […]

The Connections Between Music and Art

Music has played an exciting and pivotal role in visual media, inspiring so many painters throughout the years– and it makes sense. Visual art uses colors, light, darkness, shapes, and more to invoke emotions. Music uses instruments, key changes, sounds, lyrics, and more to do the same. Many painters created works that were inspired by […]

The Art of Taking Risks

Taking risks is a big part of being an artist. You learn how to push your own boundaries, take chances to reach others with your work, and reveal your heart and soul for others to critique. It can be scary at times but can lead to great rewards. Artist and owner of Carstens Fine Art […]

Highlighting the Beauty of the Southwest Through Art

The Southwest is a place unlike any other, and it has inspired countless artists with its breathtaking sunsets and landscapes. Cyndy Carstens is no exception, as the nature of the Southwest deeply inspires her artwork and infamous skyscapes. What Makes Southwest Landscapes Unique? There are many aspects of the Southwest that make it unique, but […]

Deciphering Constructivism in Cyndy’s Paintings

  Cyndy Carstens, Aspect of Light Curious about the history and meaning behind the geometric forms in Cyndy’s paintings, such as Aspect of Light? Read Dr. Amelia Miholca ‘s article below about how Cyndy’s use of geometry relates to the early 20th century art movement Constructivism, a movement that heralded abstraction in art and changed […]

Nature: Tranquility and Art Inspiration

As an artist, Cyndy Carstens has always loved nature, and she continually draws inspiration from her surroundings. From her time as a young artist living by the water to her current life in the beautiful Southwest, here are the ways that Cyndy’s upbringing in nature has influenced her artwork today. A Lifetime Spent in Nature […]