About Cynthia
As an artist, I believe that your work is a compilation of your life experience—that can translate so many different ways. For me, it truly has to do with seeing the beauty or magic in any moment. I enjoy focusing on and exploring life’s simple pleasures in my work. I have over 15 years of combined print design, web development and fine art experience. I devote my creative time equally among illustration, hand-lettering, watercolor painting, graphic design, and web development. In addition to creating illustrations and fine art, I run a boutique branding agency just outside of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. When I’m not working you can find me chasing my toddler or dogs around our small house, enjoying a fire with my husband, reading, or riding my bike on the Schuylkill River Trail.
Professional Experience
My career began in 2005 when I took an entry-level position with the agency I interned with out of college, Keenan Nagle Advertising. In 2006 I transitioned to a creative services role at a high-quality printing company, Brilliant Studio, in Exton, PA. I remained there for 7 years, advancing my career to Director of Web Design + e-Business Development. In 2013 I took a part-time position working as the Visual Coordinator for Kimberton Whole Foods in order to combine my love of community and food with my passion for illustration. During this time I began running my studio and collaborating with business owners directly to meet their communication design needs. In 2015 I began running my business full-time, offering services that include illustration, branding, web design, and marketing.
Group Exhibits
Chester County Studio Tour, Spring 2020
Phoenixville, PA
Chester County Studio Tour, 2016
Phoenixville, PA
Historic Yellow Springs Art Show, Spring of 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Historic Yellow Springs, PA
Maureen’s Gallery, 2013, 2014, 2015
Exton, PA
MBN Studios, November 2011 “Out in Out” curated by Michael Moore
Philadelphia, PA
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Student Exhibition Spring of 2011
Philadelphia, PA
Heirloom & Co., 2009, 2010, 2011
South Coventry, Pottstown, PA
Scenes of the Schuylkill, Montgomery County Community College
2008, Pottstown, PA
Gallery on High, 2006, 2007, 2008
Pottstown, PA
Art Attack, 2006
West Reading, PA
Education
MFA in Communication Design, Class of 2020
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA
Post Baccalaureate Graduate Certificate, Class of 2011
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA
BFA in Communication Design, Class of 2005
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA
Visual Credits
Illustrations by Cynthia Oswald
Photography by: Cynthia Oswald, Becky Albright Photography, Melinda Winkler, The Flash Truck, and Kristen Loken
Videography by: Melinda Winkler