Hello! I’m Heather, an artist and designer based in Southwestern Indiana who creates modern-folk paintings filled with vibrant color, intricate detail, and a healthy dose of joy. Inspired by nature and fueled by imagination, my work celebrates the small wonders around us. From technicolor blooms to eccentric animals, each piece of my art brightens a room and brings a little more whimsy into the everyday.

As a third-generation artist, I was raised in a family where making things was simply a part of life. After earning a BFA in Graphic Design while studying studio art, I worked in a variety of creative roles, producing award-winning designs and contributing artwork to regional publications. Today I continue to work as a designer alongside my fine art practice, bringing that trained eye for composition and color into every piece I paint. Those influences blend naturally with my love of folk art, resulting in a delightfully maximalist mix of decorative patterns, bold shapes, and exuberant palettes.

I primarily work in watercolor and acrylic gouache, though I can’t resist experimenting with a variety of materials. Whether I'm making my own paper or exploring a new technique, I'm happiest when learning and chasing the next idea. You’ll often find me chatting away about supplies and discoveries, helping other artists build confidence in their own artistic voice.

Curiosity is the heart of my art practice. I’m someone who stops to admire wildflowers, rescues spiders, presses leaves, and comes home with pockets full of rocks. My work grows from those moments of observation, transforming bits of nature through a vivid, playful lens. With my paintings, I invite others to see what I see: a colorful world alive with possibility.