ART for a CAUSE - CLOSED

ART for a CAUSE 
"We love because he first loved us" - 1 John 4:19

Hey guys! A little something dear to my heart from Seattle, WA.

A good friend of mine, Nataliya, is planning to head out from Seattle to Guatemala to serve people of Central America this year on a medical missions trip. She will be volunteering with the Christian Dental and Medical Association (CDMA), bringing hope, healing and God's Word and love to these people.

Her team consists of 18 medical professionals from all over the United States. They will be serving the people of Cubulco, a small mountain town, about 5 hours by bus, North of Guatemala City. They will provide the surgical services to the poorest people of Guatemala, victims of sexual abuse some of which have never seen a doctor in their entire life.

What an incredible opportunity! We are excited to hear how God uses this team and Nataliya. If you would like to find out more about Nataliya and this medical missions trip you can read more here at this LINK:

Link: https://www.youcaring.com/nataliya-andriyuk-s-medical-mission-trip-to-guatemala-555756

BID CLOSED #'s
(as of 6/1/16 @ 9:00pm)
# 1 - $210 (large painting 24x48)
# 2 - $200 (small painting 15x30)


Here's how it works:

• I am auctioning off TWO of my original Seattle Skyline paintings 
• 100% of funds raised will go directly towards this mission trip
• Highest Bidder Gets ONE Painting once donation is completed
• Bidder will pay shipping costs if shipping is needed local delivery available
• Payment will be made within one day after once winner is announced & notified  (otherwise will go to the next highest bidder)
• $10 minimum bidding increments - move bid up by $10+ it is also helpful to give me your top willing bid.
•  #1 The large painting is 24 x 48 inches 
• #2 The smaller painting is 15 X 30 inches 

BIDDING: 

To place your bid EMAIL me at: heatherhurzeler@gmail.com

I will keep this page updated with the highest bid numbers, 

 ***please note which painting you want! #1 (large) or #2 (small)

TIMELINE: 

Bidding Starts 5/18/16 @ 6:00pm

 and Ends 6/1/16 @ 9:00pm

An abstract of Downtown Seattle and Space needle, with layers of colorful reflection of the city. Beautiful rich tones of blue, teal, green, black and metallic gold. These are Original one of a kind painting, not a print! Acrylic paint on canvas (1 1/2 inch gallery wrapped edge) it is ready to hang!

If you aren't interested in the artwork but feel lead to donate a few dollars towards this medical missions trip... please donate $ HERE:  
https://www.youcaring.com/nataliya-andriyuk-s-medical-mission-trip-to-guatemala-555756

LARGE #1 - 24x48 inches

SMALL #2 - 15x30 inches

Thank you!!!

***Remember email your bid to: heatherhurzeler@gmail.com

Love,
Heather Hurzeler

www.thehurzelers.com

Baby Chicks | The Homestead

| Welcome | 

the newest little additions to the Hurzeler Homestead

Our new little chicks are way too fuzzy & cute not to get some fun pics of while they are tiny.  Eli built me a chicken coop so we can enjoy the benefits of fresh eggs and these quirky little ladies clucking around our yard. 

I "may" have turned into a crazy chicken lady overnight, please don't judge me!

 I think my inner child and artist have found a happy place. ;)

Had to share some of this cuteness! 

They were the best behaved models I've ever worked with... aside from the pooping. Ew.

Happy Spring!! 

Love,

Heather Hurzeler

Art Cottage | creative spaces

the cottage.

I am so excited to share one of my new favorite places with you. Our art studio, a rustic tiny space, with old french doors, whimsical windows and a little front porch. 

It's a creative little get-away in our backyard... away from the phones, internet and computers. 

A place to just be inspired by nature, open the doors wide, listen to the birds, the water falling softly into the pond and laughter of our kids playing in the grass. 

Art, painting is my first love. I love being able to create either on canvas or from behind the lens. 

But, there is always something about wet paint and texture... being able to start with a blank canvas and create something from nothing. It inspires the way I shoot as a photographer. 

Here is a little glimpse inside our art cottage. It's still a work in progress... someday soon the outside will get a paint job. Still deciding on the perfect color. 

I'd love your suggestions!

You can see more of my artwork, an inquire on paintings at my website here.

What inspires you? Do you have a creative corner or space in your home? 

 I'd love it if you would share about it in the comments below! :)

Love,

Heather Hurzeler

Hurzeler art & photography | www.HeatherHurzeler.com

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City Lights | Seattle Artwork

:: City Lights | Seattle ::

I love my city, so happy to be able to call this place my home. 

This first painting is for my own home, since the others in the skyline series had all been sold.

If you have never been to Gas Works park, I'd recommend a trip... you get the most stunning view of the skyline!

One of my favorite things about downtown is how rich in arts it is. Artists & photographers who simply love what they do. Inspiration is everywhere. I took a few minutes from my day to watch another artist paint down at the park, talked with a local photographer in his gallery filled with stunning photos of beautiful reflections of Seattle... quirky strange sculptures and art are everywhere. I love it!

Here are a couple pieces of artwork I recently finished.

 

Ferris Wheel | art & photography

I love looking at it, but don't think I'll ever be brave enough to ride it. ;)

Artist: Heather Hurzeler

www.HeatherHurzeler.com

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Portrait to Painting

:: Art & Photography ::

A little bit of both! Playing wih a new technique I learned creating a "painting" from a portrait!

All done in post processing, a fun challenge for me since most of my painting always involved real brushes & paint.

{Credits to my lovely model & ballerina: Tobin}

Here is the original & painted version so you can see where it started.

I'd love to hear your thoughts! :)

Which do you prefer? Are you an art lover or classic photo kind of person?

Thanks guys & happy February!

Heather ~

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Tranquility - New Painting!

{Tranquility}

Lily Pad pond painting

This is a whimsical painting, beautiful texture and my favorite colors! I just realized that almost all my most recent paintings have been done from this combo unintentionally! Gorgeous peacock color tones of teal, aqua, green and blue paired with a creamy white and magenta pink flowers.

This painting was done almost completely with palette knives, it boasts loads of yummy thick texture.  Imagine gazing into a tranquil Koi pond... this is a relaxing yet cheerful painting.

After I finished it I realized it also reminds me slightly of the Princess and the Frog fairytale! It would be gorgeous in your little princess' bedroom or even as a relaxing addition to your home  / office / or spa decor.

Painted on canvas (1/2 inch wrapped edge, sides are painted black) it is ready to hang!
Handpainted by the artist: Heather Hurzeler -- 2011

Available in the SHOP for a great deal!

Thanks for looking!

Knives in the Studio...

Today in the Studio I've been playing with Knives! ;)

Here a little sneak peak of what I'm working on today. Made mostly with palette knives, love all the yummy texture!

Keep posted for the full thing soon... but until then I'm covered in paint up to my elbows! ;)

And when I paint my girls LOVE to paint too... here is one of Eliannah's masterpieces from today of her & daddy.  Sweetest ever!

Love,

Heather

Springtime - Robins Egg Nest

~ Springtime ~

What symbolizes {Spring} more than new blossoms and tiny bird eggs?

I was inpired by the beauty of nature to create a this piece.

~ Inspiration Board ~

Gorgeous tones of robins egg blue, brown, spring green and cream make this a great piece to match almost any decor. It is ready to hang, and includes the black frame and white matte.

The three bird eggs are made from book pages, to add to the whimsical feel to this painting. I love incorporating paper & book pages into my paintings.

It's ready to find a new home and in the SHOP, let me know if your interested. :)

What symbolizes {Spring} best to you?

Skyline {Seattle} Painting

City Lights -- { Seattle Skyline }
The beauty of the many rich colors and textures of Seattle inspired me to paint this gorgeous city after I recently visited there. It truely is the Emerald city sparkling with rainbow of rich colors, masked with sexy urban grunge. This painting is a silhouette of downtown Seattle and Space needle, with thick layers of colorful reflection of the city.

 Beautiful rich tones of teal, blue, green, and pink/purple, yellow. Thick pallet knife texture with acrylic paints. This is an Original one of a kind stunning painting! -- Available!

Painted on canvas (1/2 inch wrapped edge) it is ready to hang!

Large Canvas size: 2 ft x 4 ft

Best part is FREE shipping!! :) 

Here are some photos I took on our trip to Seattle that inspired me to paint this piece!

I love this city & my hubby! ;)