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Heather Bink

Painting

Born a maker, I discovered an innate need to fulfill my creative passion at a young age.  The dichotomy between my life as an artist and the manifestation of my craft defines me.

Intrigued by the tactile component of creating, I was first drawn to textiles and earned a B.F.A. in Fiber Art.  My work has slowly evolved from cloth to wood and salvaged goods over the past decade.  I collect building scraps and other discarded materials to use in my paintings.  It is rewarding for me to see these otherwise wasted materials find a new life.

Enamored by the landscapes and views of Western North Carolina, my latest work is heavily influenced by concepts and techniques developed through my work in textiles.  By combining a strong pattern with bold colors and textures, these mixed media pieces become a visual patchwork.