Heather’s art practice is rooted in her experience as a regenerative farmer, and her deep appreciation for the many living beings that work together to sustain and nurture the land - from plants, fungi and microbes to animals and humans.
Her paintings explore connection, trust, love and appreciation, using line, colour and value to capture the energy and complexity of a thriving landscape. Working primarily with acrylic, charcoal, pencil and ink, Heather begins with playful mark-making before building layers into more considered and intricate paintings. Her work often responds to the changing seasons, with her paintings evolving alongside the landscapes that inspire them.
A self-taught artist, Heather began taking her painting practice seriously in 2025, supported by a regular art group and a range of short courses. Since then, her art work has been selected for a number of exhibitions and prizes, including:
2026 RBSA Summer Show in Birmingham;
2026 VAS Annual Members Show at The Maclaurin Gallery, Ayr;
2026 Common Ground: The Living Landscape at Kirkcudbright Galleries; and
2026 Jackson’s Art Prize extended long list.