16 – Heather Gatto
Heather Gatto: Eros
501 27th Street
(Abundant Life Seed Foundation Farm)
Port Townsend, Washington 98368
(206) 356-6067
sculpture@heathercole.com
www.heathercole.com
Demonstration:
I will have three different stations set up, so that the visitors can experience the process behind the art they are viewing. There will be a painting and drawing station, a clay sculpting station, and a stone carving station, fully equipped with tools and supplies. I will be there to answer any questions and assist.
Directions:
From Hwy. 20 take a right onto Sheridan, at the QFC. At the four way stop, take a right onto 19th Street, and then immediately veer left onto where Discovery Road continues. After the cemetery, take a left onto 27th Street and go to the second gate at the Abundant Seed Foundation Farm. Park inside or outside of the gate.
Artist Statement:
The alchemy of my life shows me that to love and create is most important, and I use all that I am to do this. Life’s mirrors inspire me. That is, not only do my skills and training as a visual artist go into my sculptures and paintings, but that which I do and feel each day also become part of my art. Likewise, my art career enriches the other activities I do, such as, teaching yoga and working as a shamanic practioner. Each time I discover a new avenue to create and love from both my art and life expand. I must create for without this process on a regular basis the rest of my life begins to suffer.
Even more important and influential is that which comes from spirit. In order to bring spirit into my work I must completely devote myself to this co-creation. This takes clear intention and surrender. I do this not only because it feels wonderful, but also to be in service, and I pray my art will bring about healing in our world. My creations are my prayer.
Since 1997 sculpting stone has been my primary artistic process. To me, the stones are the ancient storytellers. They feel full of understanding and knowledge. The stones teach me about right relationship, how to listen and share from a deep place.
I create from a space of love, ever-seeking to feel and free the truth. To celebrate this abundance I now teach seasonal art therapy workshops. My hope is to assist others to tap into their own deep reservoirs of creative energy and allow the flow.