Fay Helfer's Hearts

Clover Heart pyrography, natural pigment and pastel on woodAsparagus Heart pyrography, natural pigment and pastel on wood 10” x 22”Sea Fan Heart pyrography, natural pigment and pastel on wood 8” x 12”Pyrography techniqueDriftwood Heart 01 pyrography, natural pigment and pastel on wood 8” x 15”Onion Heart pyrography, natural pigment and pastel 6” x 24”Originally from St. Martin, Fay Helfer received her MFA from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).  She uses a technique in her work called pyrography, which means "writing with fire," a method of decorating wood with a controlled application of a heated point.   Looking through all her work, Fay has mastered this technique in everything from the hearts above, to stunning portraits, skateboard art, and even a handmade Game of Thrones 'risk' game.I love the way Fay transforms the vessels coming off the heart, seamlessly blending the anatomical and botanical.

View all of Fay's hearts and other incredible work at fayhelfer.com.  Seriously take a look.

 [spotted by @sacrits]