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.
$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.
$1,850.00
Acrylic on canvas (framed).
49x25"
This piece is mounted in a black wood floating frame.
This white horse named FREEDOM was inspired by a text in Revelation 19 that talks about a white horse, whose rider was named Faithful and True. I used an abstract painting that I had made, but never thought it was finished. When I thought about "freedom" and her mane blowing in the wind, I felt this abstract background was the perfect background for her.
The beauty of all things created continues to cause me to be in awe of the Almighty Creator. Every detail and difference, whether it is any animal, tree, ocean or flower, all created unique and beautiful.
$800.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas (framed).
26x20"
Painting is 16" x 20" Plus Framing
Limited Edition of 15 Prints Available for $50. (11" x 14")
Through the use of layers, texture and colour, I experiment to see where each piece will guide me.
This piece speaks to me of Christs sacrificial love, and His blood that was shed for ALL who would choose Him.
$210.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
12x12"
The harmonious textured piece is rich with depth, yet calming with its muted colour. It has an element of rhythm, but the composition pushes the boundaries reaching "Outside the Box".
$650.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas (Triptych).
12x36"
3 pieces 12" x 12" each = 12" x 36"
These unique mixed media works can be displayed individually or as a triptych. They can also be mounted horizontally or vertically making them very versatile for many different scenarios.
See close up pics of each individual piece for detail
$3,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
40x60"
We are all moved by the beauty of Autumn and this stunning, textural piece certainly reflects those bright, warm autumn colours
But this year I was intrigged by much more than that.
One day while out walking, I noticed the "warts" on some leaves... I noticed holes in some, probably eaten by some insect... but even with all their imperfections, there was something beautiful about them. Those different markings made them more interesting. I also noticed that the leaves on the ground were not as vibrant or supple as those still connected to the trees. They became more dried out, cracked and brittle the longer they were separated from the tree.
These were life lessons for me. In my spiritual life, I am more healthy and vibrant, when I am connected to my Creator, my source of life. Sometimes circumstances in our lives can leave us feeling like we have been robbed or stripped of something...there are holes. But even with all our warts, cracks and bruises, we can choose to allow those experiences to shape us. We are still beautiful creations and we can still bring beauty into the world around us.
$4,000.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x60"
Pursuing Freedom - isn't that our constant goal in life?
To become free from the things that tie us down or bind us up - Freedom to be who we were created to be.
$1,600.00
Acrylic on canvas.
30x40"
This unique piece is not how it first appears.
It started as a background of yellows, oranges and reds over the entire surface. The texture - it appeared as "coral" to me. Then I saw what appeared to be the face of a sea turtle. Rather than painting a turtle, or the fish, etc, each form "appeared" as I painted the negative space around it - the greens and blues. After adding shadows and hi-lite, their forms took shape. This painting continued to call me into the depths - into the distance beyond what was clear. Before long it was teaming with life as the all the sea creatures swam around in their amazing surroundings.
$4,000.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
60x48"
This large mixed media peice has text embedded within the layers that is the inspiration for the work.
You are the salt of the earth....You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.... let your good deeds shine out for all to see.