I’m almost finished with my screen print series, “Perroquets d’or et d’ombre,” a French-inspired scene of two lovebirds in an electronic cage. I’m passionate about making the most beautiful circuit boards in the world — to elevate printed electronics to a fine art form. Here I pull a layer of gooey and gold ink (solvent-based, hence the mask). The 19 prints in this series are all unique and hand-screened by yours truly. Each one has between 18 and 25 ink layers, plus hand-painted details and metallic foil. Available soon - stay tuned for images and message me if you’re interested to collect one.
love
LOVE /
LOVE, part of my series ENOUGH LOVE WILL OVERCOME YOUR FEAR. 2020
Perroquets d'Or et d'Ombre /
In this time of Coronavirus, of social isolation and fear, we must transcend to fly. Two caged parrots sing in the presence of beauty, enlightenment, love, and hope. This digital master file is about to go into print production — message me for info on the first edition.
The Kiss /
The Kiss, 2017. Digital image (sketch) for mixed media production.
I continue to sketch in software to build up a portfolio of images, the best of which I will select for mixed media production. I am meanwhile developing a new technique that combines inkjet printing, image transfer, screen printing, and layered acrylic painting. My goal is to reproduce a multi-layered Photoshop aesthetic but with trace of the a human hand. Inkjet printing alone is not enough for me.
I've been studying Imago relationship theory lately. My readings inspired this image. Here's a summary of Imago pulled from Wikipedia:
"Imago therapy focuses on collaboratively healing childhood wounds couples share.[5] According to Hendrix and Hunt, the human brain has a compelling non-negotiable drive to restore feelings of aliveness and wholeness with which people came into the world.[9] It is believed by imago therapists that a person's brain constructs an image of characteristics from their primary caretakers including both their best and worst traits.[10] The brain's unconscious drive is to repair damage done in childhood, needs not met, by finding a partner who can give us what our caretakers failed to provide.[9] This is why traits of a future partner often reflect our parents' traits. Our unconscious drives towards this to seek healing and to resolve unresolved childhood wounds, in order to grow. In this way, wounds received by a person, from their parents, tend to be re-stimulated by new adult partners and potential partners. The re-stimulation triggers old, unresolved emotions. Both people in the relationship can learn how to heal one another, and appreciate each other for the person they are--and--it takes time. Couples must engage in a specific type of dialogue for Imago therapy to work. The conscious self may not be able to see and understand clearly the reflection of unresolved parental issues in his or her current marriage partner. Nonetheless, our unconscious connects with this person in its best (unconscious) effort to heal old wounds and allow love into your life again.[citation needed]"
news: prints for sale /
I am pleased to offer three new prints for your consideration. Whether you love art, electronics, or the environment, my latest images are sure to delight you and your sweetheart alike.
Each print is limited to an edition of 25. They are:
Apocalypse of the Heart, 2016. Digital photo collage. 16" x 24.86."
Signed, titled, and numbered on the front.
Any single print is offered for $2,500.
Super lovers can purchase all three for $6,000.
The prints are unframed, but tax and domestic shipping are included.
If you're in love, don't miss out!
Email inquiries to info@kellyheatonstudio.com
open studio: love is a battlefield /
Love is a Battlefield, 2016. Digital photocollage. Kelly Heaton
Valentine's Day is coming, although I don't need a holiday to mix romance with late-Anthropocene apocalyptic visions. In keeping with my song theme, I wonder how lovers will frolic in the acid rain under an ozone-less sky? Sounds like a battlefield to me.
animal: mustang medicine /
Kelly with Sally, a mustang adopted from the Colorado Sandwash Basin