Artist Statement:
"I'm not always sure where the inspiration for my artwork comes from other than wanting to give the viewer another excuse for looking at some of the things I find fascinating in the world around us. I have found drawing to be an outlet for the sense of humor and curiosity I witness each day”
About:
Paul Van Heest, a resident of nearby Holland, Michigan, uses graphite and color pencil to create glimpses into a beautifully quirky world. Playing on obscure and amusing phobias, stories and concepts, he ‘draws’ you into his imaginary tales. Van Heest has been a middle school teacher for almost 30 years. His art is an outlet for his unique and ironic sense of humor. There is so much more to see in the artwork that is best seen in person.