Heather Philp

Fine Art

Original Impressionist Oil Paintings

by Heather Philp, Palette Knife Artist.

Heather is an award winning Impressionist painter who works with oils and a palette knife to produce heavily textured work.

She is interested in portals and destinations, painting doors, windows, gates and paths that entice you to wonder what’s beyond.

Her strongly architectural style combines the built and natural environment to create unique compositions and surprising aspects.

Black background with two vertical yellow lines in the center.
The word 'ARTWORK' spelled out in large capital letters, with a decorative geometric shape replacing the letter 'O'.
Close-up of a sign with the word 'Mia' in white text on a black background.
A smiling woman with blonde hair in a striped shirt, standing in front of landscape paintings and art supplies on a white shelf.
A woman with blonde hair, wearing sunglasses, smiling while holding a small, fluffy dog with brown and white fur outdoors, with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.

Artist Statement

As an impressionist artist, I am captivated by light and colour, exploring their potential through the expressive strokes of a palette knife. Working primarily with oils, my compositions focus on capturing the essence of portals—doors, windows, and other thresholds that embody both the tangible and the intangible.

My art invites viewers into a dialogue with the unknown. Each door I paint evokes curiosity, wonder, and introspection, enticing the viewer to contemplate what lies beyond. These portals are more than architectural elements; they symbolize life's choices and opportunities—the pivotal moments where we decide which doors to open and which to leave closed.

Through evocative compositions, I seek to illuminate the universal truth that the doors we choose to open shape our journeys, offering pathways to growth, transformation, and discovery. My work aspires to spark the imagination, encouraging viewers to step closer, reflect on their own thresholds, and embrace the profound significance of choice.

“I am just in love with your work and especially with your capture of the doors.”

Dimitra

“We are so enjoying the beautiful painting and it is such a talking point.”

Julie

“We are thrilled with our new canvas! Thankyou!”

Caroline

“I love what you do with autumn colours. It is my favourite season.”

Julie