Reef (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Cyndy Cmyth

Reef by Cyndy Cmyth. A contemporary abstract painting exploring depth, movement, and texture, created using layered acrylic and palette knife techniques.
This piece is part of the Reef Series, inspired by organic forms, ocean tones, and the interplay between structure and fluidity. The composition combines a cohesive teal colour palette with bold accents and vibrant highlights, creating a striking yet balanced visual impact.
This painting focuses on texture and surface, with thick, sculptural paint creating a tactile, almost three-dimensional effect. The layered composition allows light to interact with the surface, giving the piece a dynamic presence.
The structured grid format contrasts with the expressive paint application, making it both modern and visually engaging—ideal for contemporary interiors.
Summary / Details:
Size: 36 × 36 inches
Medium: Acrylic on deep-edge box canvas
Technique: Palette knife / impasto texture
Style: Contemporary abstract / gallery-style
Finish: Unframed, box canvas - ready to hang.
The sides are painted very dark teal.
Signed: Signed on the front - the signature is woven into the coral. Also, signed and dated on the back.
Original: One-of-a-kind artwork
Signed by artist Cyndy Cmyth.

Materials used:

Acrylic

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 91.44 x 91.44 x 5.08cm (unframed) / 91.44 x 91.44cm (actual image size)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Style: Organic
• Subject: Abstract and non-figurative