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From My Easel
There is something special about a table set before anyone arrives.
For Time to Gather, I was drawn to that quiet moment of anticipation - the glasses waiting, plates set down, cutlery catching the light and an abundant flowering branch stretching almost exuberantly across the scene. Nothing is happening yet, but there is a sense that soon this quiet table will be filled with conversation, food and the people we love.
Beautiful light has always made me want to paint both ordinary and extraordinary subjects, and here I loved the way it moved through the transparent glass, illuminated the white vessels and caught those soft blushes of colour within the flowers. Even the simplest objects seemed transformed by it.
Time to Gather became less about the objects on the table and more about what they represent: hospitality, connection and making room for one another.
My hope is that it brings a sense of warmth to the home where it hangs; a gentle reminder of the joy found in opening our homes, pulling up another chair and taking time to gather.
About This Composition
Time to Gather is a contemporary still life depicting a flowering branch arranged beside a softly set table of glassware, white ceramics and tableware. Warm natural light and expressive brushwork bring luminosity to the glass and flowers, while the waiting table evokes hospitality, connection and the timeless ritual of gathering together.
Artwork Details
Original Medium and Size
Oil on wood panel, 40 x 40 cm
Available As
Fine Art Paper Print | Canvas Print
Featuring
Dinnerware, glasses, florals
Archival Quality
Museum-quality inks and premium paper or canvas.
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Canvas Prints
Canvas prints are available rolled or professionally stretched and finished in a timber float frame, ready to hang.
A beautiful choice for larger statement pieces, canvas offers a subtle textured finish while faithfully reproducing the colour and character of the original painting.
Stretched canvas without a float frame is also available on request. Please contact Heidi for pricing.
If selecting a framed canvas option, float frames add approximately 2.7 cm to both the height and width of the selected print size and are approximately 5.5 cm deep.
Paper Prints
Printed on premium archival fine art paper, these prints beautifully reproduce the colour, detail and texture of the original painting.
Paper prints are supplied unframed and carefully rolled for delivery, giving you the freedom to choose a frame to suit your own space and style.
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Every Heidi Emma print is accompanied by a personally signed Certificate of Authenticity.
Where a print is part of a Limited Edition, the certificate will also include its individual edition number (for example, 1 of 30).
Each print is personally signed by Heidi Emma. Paper prints are signed on the front in the lower corner, while canvas prints are signed on the back.
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Every print is professionally produced to order in Australia using archival-quality materials.
Rolled paper and canvas prints are carefully protected and shipped in sturdy mailing tubes for safe delivery.
Framed canvas prints are professionally packed and boxed for secure delivery, ready to hang on arrival.
Please provide a delivery address where someone is available during business hours, along with a valid mobile number, as the courier may need to contact you regarding delivery.
Please allow time for your print to be professionally produced before dispatch. As each print is made to order, production and delivery times may vary depending on your order and location.
International orders are very welcome. Rolled prints can be shipped internationally, with shipping calculated at checkout. For framed canvas orders outside Australia, please contact Heidi before purchasing for a shipping quote.
Ordering more than one print? Where prints can be safely packaged together, any excess shipping charged at checkout will be refunded once your order is confirmed.
If you have any questions about delivery or would like a shipping quote, please get in touch.
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To ensure your print lasts for generations, display it away from direct sunlight and areas of high humidity. Handle the paper with clean, dry hands or have it framed soon after arrival for the best protection.
Stretched canvases come sealed for protection. If wiping to dust, please do gently with a clean microfibre cloth. -
Every print is made to order especially for you. If your order arrives damaged or there is a problem with your print, please contact me within 7 days of delivery with photographs of the damage so I can arrange a replacement or suitable solution.
If you have any questions before ordering, I'm always happy to help.