Heather Lockhart
Heather Lockhart was born and raised in Sarnia ON Canada, where she currently resides. Her passion for the arts started at a very young age. She recalls a love for “all things creative” from as far back as her
memory serves, even choosing to stand and watch “artists at work” in theme parks, over exhilarating rides.
While studying her artistic journey, she discovered that she had always been attracted to contemporary, abstract things. She enjoys modern architecture, gestural sculptures, organic shapes, textures,
and loose abstract paintings, all of which can be found throughout her home today.
Her “breadcrumb” story of how she returned to her artistic roots is told with excitement and
passion. She is inspired by her spiritual life, the great outdoors, and the beauty of all creation.
It is not uncommon to find her wandering through the woods or along the ocean shore collecting organically shaped pieces of sea fan, textured coral, interesting pods, etc., always thinking about their beauty, and how she can incorporate them into her work.
This artist does not like to be confined to any one subject, but rather uses her love of texture,
layers, movement and color, to create unique works in many different genres.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Through the use of textural substances, mark making, movement and color, I create acrylic mixed media paintings in many different genres, both
abstract and representational.
My inquisitive and experimental nature often produces “unpredictable results”, bringing excitement, and at times turning my practice into an
exploratory study that leads to the most interesting and unique works.
Inspiration often comes from a song lyric or verse that has been ruminating in my mind, and can sometimes be found embedded within the work.
Creating is a contemplative practice that allows me to reach deep within myself to express meaningful thoughts, aspirations, and life challenges, all
the while pursuing what I ultimately long for… “Freedom”.
My desire is to create beautiful contemporary art that expresses my voice
and draws its viewers into deeper reflection through the work.
Heather Lockhart was born and raised in Sarnia ON Canada, where she currently resides. Her passion for the arts started at a very young age. She recalls a love for “all things creative” from as far back as her
memory serves, even choosing to stand and watch “artists at work” in theme parks, over exhilarating rides.
While studying her artistic journey, she discovered that she had always been attracted to contemporary, abstract things. She enjoys modern architecture, gestural sculptures, organic shapes, textures,
and loose abstract paintings, all of which can be found throughout her home today.
Her “breadcrumb” story of how she returned to her artistic roots is told with excitement and
passion. She is inspired by her spiritual life, the great outdoors, and the beauty of all creation.
It is not uncommon to find her wandering through the woods or along the ocean shore collecting organically shaped pieces of sea fan, textured coral, interesting pods, etc., always thinking about their beauty, and how she can incorporate them into her work.
This artist does not like to be confined to any one subject, but rather uses her love of texture,
layers, movement and color, to create unique works in many different genres.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Through the use of textural substances, mark making, movement and color, I create acrylic mixed media paintings in many different genres, both
abstract and representational.
My inquisitive and experimental nature often produces “unpredictable results”, bringing excitement, and at times turning my practice into an
exploratory study that leads to the most interesting and unique works.
Inspiration often comes from a song lyric or verse that has been ruminating in my mind, and can sometimes be found embedded within the work.
Creating is a contemplative practice that allows me to reach deep within myself to express meaningful thoughts, aspirations, and life challenges, all
the while pursuing what I ultimately long for… “Freedom”.
My desire is to create beautiful contemporary art that expresses my voice
and draws its viewers into deeper reflection through the work.
$1,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
24x48"
He is focussed and charging towards his enemy. The textures and colours surrounding this beast fill the painting with the energy of the Raging Red Bull.
$1,600.00
Acrylic mixed media on canvas.
24x48"
The colourful elephant painting boasts of his majestic and magnificent stature. The beauty of all things created causes me to be in awe of the Almighty Creator. Every detail and every difference, whether it is an animal, tree, ocean or flower, all unique and beautiful.
$1,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
24x48"
She is focussed and perched, ready to pursue who prey.
The beauty of all things created continues to cause me to be in awe of the Almighty Creator. Every detail and every difference, whether it is an animal, tree, ocean or flower, all are created unique and beautiful.
$1,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
24x48"
This breathtaking animal demands your attention as he welcomes you onto his turf.
The beauty of all things created causes me to be in awe of the Almighty Creator. Every detail and every difference, whether it is an animal, tree, ocean or flower, all created unique and beautiful.
$1,950.00
Acrylic and mixed media collage on Canvas (floating frame).
37x37"
The Beautiful Terrible Cross - in wood floating frame.
Inspired by a song lyric by Selah (see below)
There is a beautiful terrible cross
Where though You committed no sin
Savior, You suffered the most wicked fate
On the cruelest creation of men
Yet on that beautiful terrible cross
You did what only You could
Turning that dark inspired evil of hell
Into our soul's greatest good
We see the love that You showed us
We see the life that You lost
We bow in wonder and praise You
For the beautiful terrible cross
There on that beautiful terrible cross
Though darkness was strong on that hill
You remained sovereign, Lord, still in control
As Your perfect plan was fulfilled
We see the love that You showed us
We see the life that You lost
We bow in wonder and praise You
For the beautiful terrible cross
Oh, we gained the riches of Heaven
Jesus, You paid the horrible cost
We stand forgiven and praise You
For the beautiful terrible cross.
$300.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas and board.
13.50x16.50"
Through the use of many different handmade papers, textures, metals etc, I like to explore and experiment until I can produce exciting results.
While I am creating, I often think about how we all have different life experiences, stories, good, and bad... but together they are “our life”. Just like all the unique elements I use, when woven altogether, they create something beautiful “Out of Nothing”.
$250.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas and board.
13.25x13.25"
Collage made with hand made papers, textures and embellishments on canvas, mounted on 5/8" board.
This piece expresses my yearning to break outside the box, to be unique and be bold to be who I am.
While I am creating, I often think about how we all have different life experiences, stories, good, and bad... but together they are “our life”. Just like all the unique elements I use, when woven altogether, they create something beautiful “Out of Nothing”.
$650.00
Acrylic and mixed media collage on canvas.
18x24"
This collage is designed from many different objects, papers, acrylic skins, etc. I love to experiment using different textures, bringing them together to form a harmonious intriguing work of art.
With each textural element that I incorporate into my collage work, I am reminded that just like in life, we all have different experiences, stories, good and bad... but together they are "our life".
What truly amazes me is, how all those things woven together can create something beautiful if we allow them to. Making the right choices to use our different life experiences to strengthen and inform us, can cause us to create something beautiful... OUT OF NOTHING.
$1,800.00
Acrylic on canvas (framed).
31x41"
Canvas size is 30" x 40" plus wood floating frame
This work stems from a "day dreaming" state of my mind - taking me to another place that is less dark than where we currently exist. I am being drawn toward a peace and bright light that brings calmness over me.
$1,080.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
30x24"
When I begin my prayer with Adoration - it allows the "pulse" of my prayer to be thrust from a different mindspace. It causes me to focus less on myself and more on God, His generous gifts to me, and His attentive work in my life and in the lives of others.
$1,000.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
30x24"
This textural work was inspired by a song Lyric by The Belonging Co, titled "Let Faith Rise Up"
As I watch and listen to the waves as they eb and flow, I hear my heart cry out in my chest
"Let Faith Rise up, O heart believe, Let Faith Rise up in me"
"Let Faith Rise up, O heart believe, Let Faith Rise up in me"
See partial lyrics below
I don't want to be afraid
Every time I face the waves
I don't want to be afraid
I don't want to be afraid
I don't want to fear the storm
Just because I hear it roar
I don't want to fear the storm
I don't want to fear the storm
I'm not gonna be afraid
'Cause these waves are only waves
Oh, I'm not gonna be afraid
I'm not gonna be afraid
I'm not gonna fear the storm
You are greater than its roar
I'm not gonna fear the storm
Oh, I'm not gonna fear at all, yeah
Peace be still
Say the word and I will
Set my feet upon the sea
Till I'm dancing in the deep, oh
Peace be still
You are here so it is well
Even when my eyes can't see
I will trust the voice that speaks
Let faith rise up, Oh heart believe
Let faith rise up in me.
Let faith rise up, Oh heart believe
Let faith rise up in me
$100.00
Print on paper.
20x24"
Limited edition 9 of 25.
Original Painting was Acrylic Mixed Media on Canvas.
Prints available available in 2 sizes
11" x 14" = $50 Each. Limited edition of 30
20" x 24" = $100 Each. Limited edition of 25
Many of my paintings evolve from the processing of my thoughts. This particular painting was created out of a desire to paint a "visual reminder" for myself, that God WILL provide.
In the bible, there is a story about a man who wanted to live hislife to honor God. He had lived long enough to see and experience some of Gods ways, but imagine what was going on in Abraham's mind when he was taking his son, and wood for a fire, up the mountain to ffer a sacrifice to God. Imagine your son asking you "Dad, where is the lamb for the sacrifice?"i
After all that Abraham and his wife had been through... waiting and longing for children for such a long time, who would have ever imagined that now he would even consider offering back to God, the very thing he had longed for, and had been given. Abraham is being obedient to do what he feels God has called him to do.... even though he does not know the end result.
Was he full of fear... questioning... thinking the worst?? He steadfastly continued on in what he felt called to do.
Thoughout his life in scripture, Abraham had received several promises from God. God promised him land, numerous descendants, blessings "for" him and his descendents, and blessing "through" him for all nations. Abraham had already experienced one promise of God, but not without a very long wait.
Maybe you can relate. Have you been waiting for so long.... praying for, and desiring something in your life that does not seem to be coming to fruition?
In the end, God provides a ram in the thicket for Abraham to sacrifice on the alter.