Tina Heissler
Inspired by my life with chronic pain, I am deeply interested in the way art can bring light into the darkest of places.
Through a technique with paste and charcoal, I can express my pain but combine it with other painting materials to turn it into something full of hope and inspiration.
Painting, and art in general, taught me so much about myself and changed my perspective on life.
And even though the pain is still frustrating, exhausting, and demanding, I wouldn’t see the world around me the way I do now.
I wouldn’t know how much hope is willing to fight for you, how vulnerability can make you stronger, or how powerful it is to dream.
I believe life is full of magic and miracles, and I aim to create a space for you to see all those beautiful wonders around you and within you.
Contact
www.tinaheissler.com
info@tinaheissler.com
@tina_heissler
Interview
What inspires your art practice and keeps you motivated?
I get inspired a lot by my daydreams. There are many times throughout the day where I’m forced to stop and take a break from painting and working in general. I like to just look out the window or close my eyes and let my mind wander. I imagine what I could do or who I could be and create stories and worlds in my head. Painting is one step closer to bringing those stories to life.
How does your mission as an artist influence the work you create?
My mission is to send people on the journey of finding magic that’s all around. To transform their view of the world and inspire them to look for more—more magic, more light, more beauty. I want to spend a light to guide them on their own unique path to overcome their pain and step into their own power and purpose.
Can you share a key part of your creative process that helps you stay focused?
I think time out of the studio is really important. Even just going for a walk or spending some time with the people you love and who inspire you. Noticing the little things and gathering inspiration—those are key parts of staying focused and fully committing to my work.
What mindset tip do you rely on to overcome challenges in your art career?
That there is not just one way to make it. I’m allowed to make up my own rules and find my own ways and opportunities. Doubt and uncertainty will probably never go away, but moving forward anyway and surrounding yourself with people who not only believe in you but also believe with you will get you very far.
How do you hope your art impacts the world or your community?
Because of my illness, I’ve always felt weak and powerless, when in reality the opposite is true. I hope my work is a reminder that you have an incredible inner strength. You have the power to transform darkness into light, to conquer the storm, and change the world. We will create remarkable things.
