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Artist Within Series
The following artist statement pertains to an exhibition shown at Studio West, Ithaca, NY during the months of December 2014 and January 2015 as well as the Tompkins Regional Airport.
The Artist Within began its conversation with Heidi Lee much to her surprise, in the spring of 2013.
During a transformative period of introspection and personal healing, Heidi experienced an awakening to her connection with a divine energy that could only be expressed through painting. She began finger painting without a brush so that she could feel the force of this energy transfer from body to canvas. These fiery abstract paintings were an avenue to healing past trauma and Heidi was fascinated to see, when given permission, what the body can communicate to you in such gentle yet powerful ways.
Moving beyond her perceptions of pain, Heidi felt the Artist had more to say, and being in communion with this spirit felt so invigorating, she wanted to keep the conversation going.
She has come to the understanding the Artist resides within each of us and desires to dialog with the world through all forms of art. Without our eyes and without our unique interpretation of experience, the artist has no reason to exist.
These paintings are infused with love and desire for healing and blessings of harmony. May a memory of past love affairs with the Artist Within be awakened in the hearts of those who view its work here.
 Angel of Mercy (SOLD)Angel of Mercy hovers between you and perceptions of all things blocking you from realizing your amazing potential. She extends grace and a new vision to show you there really is no wall. 36" x 48" Acrylic on Canvas |  Beneath the Surface (SOLD)Fissures and heat rise up and shake up a cool surface. Acrylic and multi media on canvas. |  Gateway to the Divine (SOLD)One of the many forms of the Divine Feminine revealing Herself as a way back to your own light. 30" x 40" Acrylic and multi media on canvas. |
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 Herald of a New ParadigmThis messenger has boldly come forward to announce revolutionary change comes about in unexpected ways. Your life at this time is not random and you have a part to play. Be ready. 24" x 48" Acrylic and multi media on canvas. |  Love is the Key, You are the WayThis beautiful soul has been lifted from the wheel of karma. The keyhole is a reminder that the answer to our ascension is hard wired within each of us. 36" x 36" Acrylic and multi media on canvas. |  There is Joy in Creation (SOLD)This fantastic creature emerged out of a snarl of dripping paint. The first thing she announced to me was that she has ruby red lips. As her form filled out I fell in love with her apparent joy in creating these dancing energy spheres. 36" x 36" Acrylic on Canvas |
 Meet the TherianthropesMythical creatures - half man, half beast. I love the whimsey of imagining what a modern day therianthrope family portrait might look like. 36" x 36" Acrylic on Canvas |  Whos Fault Line Is It?I am really drawn to the notion of new energy surging up from within the planet as well as ourselves as a way to bring visible transformation. 36" x 48" Acrylic and multi media on canvas. |  In Ecstacy (SOLD)This painting is pure celebration! 36" x 48" Acrylic and multi media on canvas. |
 Creeping VinesAllowing wet paint to run down the canvas allows for unusual shapes to form. This appeared to me as an ancient structure that has been overtaken by vines. 30" x 40" Acrylic and multi media on canvas. |  Soul Family (SOLD)In the midst of painting this, the idea that there is a vibrant colorful soul inside of all of us came to me. When I need a reminder to look beyond appearances, I think of the family of souls shining so brightly here. 36" x 48" Acrylic and multi media on canvas. |  SOLD |
 SOLD |  |  In Tandem (SOLD)Two individual expressions of the Divine bask in each other’s radiance as they dance together. 2 Panels 24" x 48" each Acrylic and multi media on canvas |
