Cindi's Silhouettes featured on the RSVP Social Blog!

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Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson silhouetted by Cindi Harwood Rose

"The Rebbe" Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson silhouetted by Cindi Harwood Rose, shown giving a blessing to Shoshana and baby Chaya Traxler. A foremost religious scholar of greatness in morality and world education, the "Rebbe" won a Congressional Gold medal for his virtuousness to bring peace and unity to the world. He performed miracles. This silhouette by Cindi is hand-cut from HyGloss silhouette paper, in the traditional method using Iris surgical scissors.

Silhouettes by C. Harwood Rose

Silhouettes by Cindi had a wonderful silhouette day at For Heaven's Sake in Beaumont, Texas, where over 50 traditional hand-cut silhouettes were made for treasured heirloom keepsakes. I use historic, authentic French silhouette paper, no longer available today. One day I will run out of this paper, and will have to use contemporary silhouette paper, which is not as dark black, my museum paper is over 40 years old, and is of the same quality that Peggy McClard Gallery has with her collection of silhouettes dating from the 1800's.

Silhouette Party Favors

Cindi Harwood Rose offers wedding and engagement party favors through Hand in Hand Weddings at handhand-wc@yahoo.com

Silhouette Decor for All Events!

Delicious, beautiful, and memorable personalized silhouette decor for all special events and occasions, anything from weddings & engagement parties to birthdays & Bar and Bat Mitzvahs.

The images above were customized for a wedding event!

America's premier silhouette artist for over 35 years, Cindi Harwood Rose is not only known for her original hand-cut silhouettes,
she also won awards as a model, and actress, as shown in this article from 35 years ago. Cindi's mother, Doris Harwood, was a papercutting
artist, interior designer, and portrait artist. Her grandmother, Bessie, was a papercutting artist, too, giving Cindi Harwood-Rose, three generations
of portrait and papercutting skills.

Silhouette Table Favors

Silhouettes by Cindi did modern silhouettes from historic French archival paper of an engaged couple to use as table favors at an upcoming engagement party. Then, Silhouettes by Cindi will order silhouette cookie cutters and silhouette mugs of their silhouettes to feature at the luncheon as party favors for the guests.
The theme is brown, moss green, and cream. So each table will feature the silhouette mounted on moss green paper, and placed in a light tan contemporary wooden square frame. This will give a trendy look to the timeless art of silhouettes.

Cindi's Daughter Erica on Fox News

See Cindi's daughter, Erica, talking about creating great reality TV, and proud mom, creating a great dinner, and great silhouettes.

http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/entertainment/celebrity_news/100525-houston-woman-quickly-becoming-reality-star

Silhouette for Recipe for Success

Cindi Harwood Rose, cut an accurate embellished silhouette of Recipe for Success founder, Gracie Cavnar, at Sharin Gallie's home, as she did for all donors that evening, including the bartender and chef! Catering was by Chez Roux. Recipe for Success wants to cut out obesity in the school system, and silhouettes by Cindi, who donated her time, that evening, cuts silhouettes to create lasting memories, and to preserve the historic art of silhouette cutting, a lost art, seldom seen.

Silhouettes by Cindi on Great Day Houston.

Please watch Great Day Houston, KHOU TV, on Thursday morning, May 6-- Cindi will be doing silhouettes of 15 moms in the audience and of course fab Deborah Duncan, and talking about the art of shadow, without a shadow!

Click here to watch Cindi on Great Day Houston!
http://www.khou.com/great-day/gdh_050610_seg7-92975619.html

Silhouettes by Cindi on Great Day Houston

Watch Great Day Houston--KHOU TV, channel 11, this Thursday, May 6, for Deborah Duncan's Mother's Day gifts, including silhouettes by Cindi Harwood Rose, done of 15 people in the audience, then later that day at BB1 Classic Uptown Park from 11 to 1 and 2 to 4. A look at why silhouettes last for generations and are modern and classic.

Cindi's Silhouettes from Astroworld

Modern Silhouettes by Cindi from 1969, shows fashions of times, captures history.

Patricia Arquette at Give Love Haiti Benefit in Houston

A Modern Silhouette by Cindi of Patricia Arquette was done for Silhouettes for Survivors of Haiti at Give Love Haiti, Houston, where Patricia and architect, Christopher Robertson, shared their passion to provide immediate and permanent shelter to withstand future natural disasters. This group rebuilds communities making container houses made from refurbished shipping containers that have been sourced within the Dominican Republic.

Cindi Rose at Fundamentally Toys in Time for Mother's Day

Modern Silhouettes by Cindi at Fundamentally Toys
In Time for Mother's Day

Silhouettes by Cindi are contemporary and timeless. A hand-cut "shade" from a real silhouette artist is a perfect gift. These are suitable for 5 x 7 frames, and are done freehand, without a sketch, light, or shadow, just from looking and cutting with surgical scissors. Silhouettes by Cindi will be at Fundamentally Toys at 1963 West Gray, May 1 and 2, by appointment, and BB1 Classic Uptown Park, May 6, to benefit the Rose Ribbon Foundation. Silhouettes are $40 a person, and extra copies are $10. For more information contact Cincere@wt.net

Physionotrace Workshop

Before photography, silhouettes captured styles of the era, as well as moments in time. It was hard to find a master at the hand-cut silhouette. The physionotrace machine was used-- it captured the shadow, and reduced it. Augustin Edouart was appalled by it, and the incorrect images it produced by individuals who did not know how to draw with scissors. He took a scissors, and cut out a perfect silhouette. He became the most prolific silhouette artist in the 19th century.
However, this incredible apparatus paved the way to capturing light and shadow. Rochester New York's prestigious International Museum of Photography will have an exhibit and workshop in late June covering camera obscura, camera obscura and camera lucida. People can learn how to "cast a shadow" and do a make-shift silhouettes. Although it will not be a silhouette cut by a master silhouette artist, it will be a fascinating workshop.

Cindi Rose at Kaleidoscope Toys

Master silhouette artist, Cindi Harwood Rose, will be at

Kaleidoscope Toys in Round Rock, Texas for Mother's Day

 Event will be held May 7th & 8th 

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Cindi Rose, American premier silhouette artist is commissioned for profiles for Mothers Day!

Fathers, mothers, grandparents, and children can get a lovely, sentimental mother's day gift, a hand-cut silhouette made by Texas native, Cindi Harwood Rose, who happens to be the world's foremost silhouette artist.
An auth...entic silhouette is made by a skilled scissorgraphist who looks and cuts directly out of thin, black paper, dark as India Ink. Rose, uses iris surgical scissors and archival French antique paper, something that has added investment value to her heirloom silhouettes. Her silhouettes are mounted on archival 5 x 7 mats, to be treasured forever. 

Master Silhouette artist, Cindi Rose Carves History

Mother’s Day is the time to give a thoughtful, cherished gift that will last forever.  A hand-cut silhouette by Cindi Rose, the world’s premier silhouette artist is perfect solution.

 

With thin surgical scissors, and intuitive talent, internationally acclaimed master silhouette artist, Cindi Harwood Rose, can hand-cut an accurate and paper profile, of a subject.  Silhouettes made by Cindi are sought after, and treasured by families, top collectors, historical museums and prestigious art galleries. Harwood Rose, does not sketch these intricate shades first, or use a light.  She just looks and cuts out of 50 year old antique, black French paper, paper that is no longer made today. Her silhouette busts are 2 1/2 inches to 3 1/2 inches; the authentic size, that was popular in the late 1700's and 1800's, before photography  They are not the clumsy ones traced off the wall by a teacher out of construction paper, nor or they the false look-alike versions on the internet. Paper-cutting is a fashionable art, yet difficult art to master. The Guild of American Papercutters claims that Cindi Harwood Rose is the world’s premier silhouette artist. However, there are only around 25 to 35 true living silhouette artists in the world today.  www.papercutters.info/  Rose made a world speed and accuracy silhouette record in 1982 which was submitted to the Guiness World Book of Records.

This elegant silhouette lady, studied art in France, England, and at the University of Texas where she graduated with a double major in communications and art, more than several decades before.  No wonder, she communicates in depth in her cuttings-- adding personality.  She will ask questions as she works, "do you want your hair down or in a pony-tail?  Would you wear a simple collar, or a scarf, would you like a heart necklace, pearls, or a cross?  Would you like a neck-tie in your picture?” Her work is the most realistic of the times.  Yes, she will leave out a double chin when asked.  Unlike a few other silhouette artists who may give everyone the same face and hair-do. Rose, who is fashionable, can capture today's style in her artwork.

 No task is too demanding for this master silhouette artist.  A former bronze sculptor, portrait artist, oil and acrylic-painter, potter, and water-colorist, she will add beautiful painted color backgrounds and settings to her works, similar to Augustin Edourt, or hand-paint gold leaf details on her glorious cut art, similar to W. H. Beaumont, in her private commissions.   The Internationally esteemed Peggy McClard Antique gallery, in Houston , recommends Cindi's work.   This museum-style home has the world's most extensive collection of antique silhouettes, some from the 1700's, some have gone for $30,000. To glimpse at historic silhouettes or purchase books or silhouettes go www.peggymcclard.com   Rose was also sought out to cut Barbara Bush’s silhouette two years in a row, for A Friend’s of Nursing fund-raiser in Houston .  She has silhouetted Elvis Pressley, Muhamed Ali, Elvis Costello, Queen Elizabeth. Tony Bennett, Golda Mier.

 For Mother’s Day, Cindi Rose will silhouette at Fundamentally Toys at 1963 West Gray in River Oaks, Saturday, May 1, and at BB1 Classic at 1106-06 Uptown Park Blvd, May 6. Silhouettes are $40 a person, with extra copies at $10.  Hours are 11:00 to 4:30.  Appointments are recommended by phoning (713) 385-0736.  Children do not have to sit still.

 When asked, why she cuts silhouettes and elaborate paper-cuts, she says, “ A silhouette can capture so much more of life, and it is not shallow, indeed.”  For more information contact Cincere@wt.net, silhouettesbycindiblogpot, Silhouettes by Cindi Facebook or www.silhouettesbycindi.com

Customer Reviews and Thanks

THANK YOU!

Cindi - I can't begin to thank you for flying all the way to California just to be there for 24 hours on my special day! I don't think I need to tell you that you were such a huge hit at the wedding. All of my guests were raving about your amazing talent and they were thoroughly impressed with the way you were able to capture each person's personality. You are a true artist that stands in a category of your own and your work is unparalleled. The silhouette cutter station set my wedding apart from any others that my guests have attended and they will remember it every time they see their framed silhouette. Nelson and I love our elegant silhouettes and we thank you for the beautiful frames. I flip thru my silhouette album all the time and I love that I went with that instead of a regular boring guest book. I will always remember you for playing a very special part on my big day! Thanks!

Sincerely,

Mrs. May German

Dear Cindi,

Thank you so much for the wonderful silhouettes of Don and Campbell and of Don and myself. It was sweet of you to take time out of your very busy schedule to come to our home on Saturday to create your special magic. We have enjoyed looking at the silhouettes all weekend and sharing them with our friends.

It was so great to see you and Franklin and your new rockin' jag. We are so proud to display your work in our home. Thanks again for very special keepsakes for the Collins Family to treasure forever.

Love,
Janet








Thank you again for meeting with Alex, Claudia and Mr. Z last week - They were very happy with the final product!!

Graciously,

Alia





Dear Cindi,

Our daughter Molly and son Charlie had their silhouettes cut by you today at Fundamentally Toys. You were kind enough to do my daughter's twice, and we wanted to let you know how happy we are with the second image. You have really captured them both, and we are thrilled to have these beautiful memories of how our kids looked in the summer of 2010. We appreciate the extra time you spent with Molly. Thank you.

Kate, Jonathan, Molly, and Charlie Day

p.s. - We are especially excited to hang these with the one you did of me at Astroworld in 1980. My sister, whose silhouette you cut in 1980 as well, also came in today with her two daughters. It's a family tradition now!





I almost cried when I saw them... seriously! I was breath-taken and speechless! Your art is so distinct and beautiful, especially considering you've never met our daughter nor seen a proper photo. You did a terrific and PERFECT job in capturing her sweet face. Thank you so much Cindy, words escape me now. You're a very talented lady and I will be sending you more business in the future.

Gratefully, MaryPat






Cindi. You did silhouettes of my twins 25 years ago and I still have them.

They're one one of the most precious things I own. We will be celebrating the Twins 30th birthday this Saturday. Thank you for beautiful memories.

Andrea Singer-Lepow






Hello

Just a note to say Thank you for the memories of the silhouettes of our 25 yr old son & 21 year old daugter. They were 3 and 4 years old when you did them & signed them. Different times. No one like you. Continue as you are. Love Mehrnaz book.
Yolanda

Dear Cindi, Jan. 10, 2011

Tonight on PBS Antique show they showed silhouettes as an item to appraise...........I immediately brought up the wonderful silhouette you cut of my husband and me.

I googled you - and read your story. How exciting it was to see what you have accomplished with your talents and created a way to share your life.

I have always had it framed and displayed since you did it. What you may find interesting is how very many years ago this was. My husband worked at JSC in Clear Lake, but he also had a personal Air Conditioning business. Once of the suppliers had a picnic at a park in Friendswood. You were there cutting silhouettes as a favor for each of the customers to take home. I would guess it was in the mid-early '70's. I have always loved and appreciated this "thank you gift" from that company. I know you have heard many stories, but I thank you so much for this remembrance.

We lived in Seabrook,TX. for nearly 40 years. In 2004 we retired and now live near Hot Springs, Arkansas. Of course we often make trips back to the Houston area to visit friends and family. Tom worked for Nasa for nearly 30 years and I had a catering business during that time. I now attempt to be creative with small paintings, cards, poetry and short stories.

Cindi - I will continue to enjoy the silhouette - but what pride I feel in being some of your first "people"!!!! AND - what joy you share with your "cutting talent". Then add the wonderful Rose Ribbon Foundation to your accomplishments.

Sincerely,

Neala Gunderson

Hot Springs Village, AR.

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Silhouette of Princess Erica Rose

Historically, silhouettes were top entertainment for royalty.
Here is a Silhouette by Cindi of her "princess" daughter, Erica Rose.

The Forum at Memorial Woods

Cindi Harwood Rose cutting Silhouettes at The Forum at Memorial Woods in Houston, Texas.

A kind note from the Activity Assistant after the event:

Cindi--to merely say "thank you" seems so inadequate for the blessing of

having you spend time with us here at The Forum! Please know how much I

appreciate you working with us expense wise and I do recognize that it was

very generous of you.

I hope that we might connect again sometime in the not so distant future for

perhaps a different activity like we discussed.

Thank you again and I wish you well in all of your endeavors.

Connie Benedict, Activitiy Director

Terrie Smith, Activitiy Assistant

The Forum at Memorial Woods

Silhouettes for Survivors at Texas Children's Hospital

As a volunteer, Cindi Rose does free silhouettes for Texas Children's Hospital

C. Harwood Rose entertains the children at Texas Children's hospital, and gives them a lasting silhouette, to decorate their room, and for their family to keep.

A letter to Cindi;

Hi Cindi, Natalie Allouche here. I am friends with Holly. My son Yonadav Z'L was in Houston for 2 years, at MD Anderson. I remember the time you set up an appointment for me to see Michaell, your hairdresser. It really made me feel so good when so much was so wrong. I hope you and your family are all in good health. I have the silhouette of Yoyo you did of him hanging in my bedroom, next to his brother's Adar Z"L.

Hard to believe it has been 3 years. I would love to visit Holly for a day or so, probably fly, can't stand the ride!

Maybe we could see each other to say hello?

Take care and thank you for your kindness at such a difficult time in my life

Regards

Natalie Allouche

The Dish~ Houston

What would be a more wonderful way to say "I love you" than a thoughtful hand-cut silhouette by scissorgraphist, Cindi Rose, a treasured art seldom seen and mastered. Silhouettes, also called paper-profiles, will be cut on Friday, Feb. 12, at Tanglewood Gifts located at Chimney Rock and Woodway, at 5750 Woodway, from 11 to 1, and 2 to 5. Rose, who is considered the "foremost living silhouette artist" uses natural talents and surgical scissors to capture a likeness, without a sketch or shadow. This insures that the work will have fine-details and embellishments such as stylish hair-dos, ribbons, neck-ties, pipes, head-bands, and necklaces. A second generation artist, she began drawing portraits at 11 years old, and cutting silhouettes for a Disney amusement park lessee, at 16. There are only around 25 authentic practicing silhouette artists (also called papyrotomists) in the world. A silhouette gift lasts forever, and will show that your love will last forever. Silhouettes are $40 a person, with extra copies at $10 a person. This way you can think of spouse's, parents, siblings, and other loved ones. Children do not have to sit still or be dressed for the occasion. Master silhouette artist, Cindi Harwood Rose, can make them look "clean" in the picture. To make things more loveable, this will benefit The Rose Ribbon Foundation, to help the uninsured with critical illness. For more information contact (713) 385-0736, or Tanglewood Gifts at (713) 266-1006. No appointments are needed, but are reccommended. Silhouettes can be done of pets from profile pictures. http://dish-houston.squarespace.com/daily-dish/2010/2/2/valentinens-gift-from-the-art.html

Fastest Silhouettist in the World!

A record breaking 132 silhouettes cut in 60 minutes, timed by The San Antonio Express News, and televised.
Dated Sept. 12, 1982

Read a few articles about Cindi Harwood Rose. She's recorded as the fastest silhouete artist in the world!

Social Circle Game

All "Social Circles" adore intricate silhouettes!

Super Silhouette Wedding

A top silhouette artist at your wedding creates elegant entertainment, while giving the guests a treasured keepsake, of your nuptials. Cindi Harwood Rose can help create stationery and theme, for the bride and groom, and can easily cut 300 silhouettes in 4 hours at your wedding. If Rose is booked, she can recommend another renown silhouette artist.

Houston Chronicle Texas Magazine Cover Story

Cindi's her name. Silhouettes are her Game

Cindi's Silhouette Video

Watch Silhouettes by Cindi hand-cut profiles from thin, black paper, to be treasured forever on her two YouTube video links. Silhouettes by Cindi says," There is an emotional directness of the black and white silhouettes, that makes a commentary on the social implications of the era."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjPsMSHR6jc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_y4mLsCnDs

To book, please call (713) 622-3610.

Silhouette Sisters

Silhouette Artists Cindi Rose and Kathryn Flocken have teamed up to make the cutting edge team of Sihouete Artists for the USA. For parties of 200+ people, what better entertainment than to have not just one, but TWO of the most prolific paper portrait artists in the world!

"Have scissors will travel" is their motto! Cindi and Kathryn travel to your venue, provided proper arrangements are made. Hotel and rental car expenses are shared.

Although not blood related, Cindi and Kathryn consider themselves Sisters. For more information, please visit www.paperportraits.com and send an inquiry.

Cindi Snips Isaac Perlman

With precision Cindi Rose, draws a portrait with scissors of of Isaac Perlman, the world's pre-eminent violinist. The Silhouette was given to him as a gift from The Houston Symphony.

GAP Travelling Show

Master Silhouette Artist, Cindi Harwood Rose enters the Guild of American PaperCutters traveling paper cutting show, starting in Tuscan, Arizonia.

Freehand Silhouette Pet Portraits

See Cindi's hand-cut Silhouettes featured in the Jan/Feb 2010 issue of

Pet Talk Magazine.

Click on images to enlarge.

Cindi Rose will do silhouettes of your pets from profile pet photos at $50.00 per pet to benefit Citizens for Animal Protection. Please send a few profile photos of each pet.

http://webmail.earthlink.net/wam/blocked::mailto:cincere@wt.net


http://www.HoustonPetTalk.com/