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 Through the use of dramatic lighting and rich color, the images that
Heide paints weave a story of the places and people that are most important
to her. Sprinkled throughout these images are the objects that she enjoys
collecting. There is something about the character of older things that
engages her imagination. She loves exploring antique markets and is constantly
on the lookout for interesting architecture, old-fashioned gardens and
vintage clothing pieces. Heide is always finding the quiet beauty in
life.
"When people view my work, I'd like them to be reminded of the
blessings that God has given us. Whether it is a breathtaking landscape,
or a child holding a simple flower... we all should slow down and take
notice of our surroundings and enjoy the small moments in our lives,
because they pass all too quickly."
Heide is married with a young son and lives in Florida. She has a Bachelor
of Fine Arts and has worked as a commercial artist. Her paintings have
been juried into the Arts for the Parks Top 100, where she has won the
Region I, Founders' Favorite, Collectors' Choice and San Antonio Missions
National Park awards. Her work has been shown in the National and American
Watercolor Societies and she has been featured in numerous publications,
having been named Artist to Watch by US Art and Wildlife Art magazines.
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