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Heather Joy

Me as an Artist

 

With over 30 years of experience in art and 15 in painting, my preferred medium is acrylics expressed through abstract figurative and prophetic art, with a shimmer of childlike spirit.  

I won't settle unless I see each piece of artwork as unique with a sense of twirl, dance, and inquisitive- if I'm not curious and desiring to look deeper myself then why would anyone else. 

My art is defined by certian techniques in layers of under-paintings and much dry brushing. My style and breadth of art is interpreted by this continual technique causing the spectrum of imagery to slightly differ with each piece. 

I paint with a vibrant color palette in soft to semi bold textures to bring my art to life. My art invokes patience for study and to see beyond the obvious, a story to breathe momentum into lives, communities, and societies. I believe in hosting more than a sense of owning; the life of the art lives beyond the life of its owner. Hosting the Arts brings about cultural healing and therapeutic realities, and the ancient truth- wherever the arts go so does influence for a thriving community and 

the arena of success. 

Recently I sensed a change manifesting in my art, my style kept lending itself to what many have said looks “very childlike”- I believe it’s because I have a heart for the most precious, vulnerable, and beautiful- the children of the world. It has been my great joy to journey this new style of artwork and my hands and fingers are oh so happy!

I have learned the dedication and weighty value of what it means to be "a finisher", and my art carries this message. My hope is to release the same courage and determination it takes to gain mastery in my craft, into the lives of those who experience my art. My goal is to release all the treasures of art inside of myself, both presently and in the future. My pursuit is to see my art around the world, in homes, offices, hospitals, and the public eye - with the aim of igniting passion in its audience to live out their dreams and visions, and to live life to the fullest.

A Little Bit About Me

CV/Bio

My WORK to present: 

 Solely self-taught, I believe art that comes from within is 

a persons greatest work. I rarely look outside for inspiration, though imagery in the physical and spiritual fuels me. My mind is full of creativity and constant motion. For me the true production of art is not meant to be forced or copied; that which is already created is a mere tutor to help ignite the soul breath and imagination of artistry. Acrylics in pure abstraction have been the work of my earlier years. Beginning mid 2020, my art has taken on a new voice in figurativism for the most part with the exception of my prophetic artwork. I desire to express passion and words in story form, most riddlesome and enigmas through my art. I have always done my very best to convey speech and frequency in my artwork, rather than just a unique or beautiful piece. At present my figurative works seem to carry a sense of childlike wonder to their narrative. I feel this comes from my hope to see the inner child of every person heard and valued, and a great love for children everywhere. My works contain semi to bold texture specifically in my prophetic abstraction; however, my figuratives maintain multi-layered subtle texutures through underpainting and dry brushing. 


MOST RECENT 

(2020-Present) 


  • 6 med-lg scale commissioned works (Abstract & Figurative pieces) 
  • Celebration of Life commissioned works (Abstract Art Pieces of 

Remembrance for families who’ve lost loved ones) 

  • Building Portfolio (present goal 30 large scale works & public murals) 


Juried Exhibitions 

  • The Presidents Art Show 2020 
  • Political Discord Exhibit/L.A. 
  • Women on The Creative Edge


Gallery Shows/Exhibits 

  • Park City & Summit County/Summit Arts 
  • Showcase Red Barn 
  • Eccles Fine Art Center: Women On The Creative Edge Exhibit
  • The Great Frame-Up & Gallery Show


The Summit Showcase 2021 

  • Creative Framing Art Gallery 
  • Artist in Residence/ 6 months 
  • The Black & White Show


Public Personal Showings 

  • The Louisville, CO Friday Night Artwalk (4 mo Duration)
  • Sugarhouse Arts Festival 
  • Varied Showcases and events


COMMISSIONED WORKS 

(from Exhibits) 

  • Quadriptych (Abstract Acrylic/untitled) 
  • Earth & Sky 24 x 16 (Interpretive Acrylic) 
  • Man of Sorrows 24 x 20 (Abstract Acrylic High Texture)
  • Serendipitous 36” x 12” (Abstract Acrylic Bold Texture) 
  • The Heavens (Tritych)
  • & Much MORE... 


ACCOMPLISHMENTS 

  • HOPE HOP for Children 
  • Illustrator - Two Children’s Book 
  • Published Author 


EDUCATION 

  • Design/Stratford Career Inst. 2016 - Certification
  • Research & Studies of the Arts 
  • Art Restoration 
  • Eng Lit. & Creative Writing Courses @ SLCC ‘98-2000
  • Avid Studier of Communication & Cultures 


SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

  • Oil & Acrylics-Abstraction/Mixed-Media/Figurative 
  • Mural Work 
  • Arts Instructor for Various Events 2008-2018 
  • Art Installation & Gallery Design 
  • Marketing/Promotional Work 

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