5 Questions With Lucia Heffernan
iCanvas artist Lucia Heffernan paints mischievous creatures in laughable settings using contemporary realism with a comedic edge. Crediting her lifelong fascination of animals for her inspiration, she gives her furry and feathered subjects personality by putting them in situations humans can relate to.
A graphic designer and oil painter, she’s constantly experimenting with mixed medias, new techniques and her sense of humor to bring joy to animal lovers everywhere. “I seek to give animals a voice and a personality, while making light of our uniquely human existence.” Combining the innocence and curiosity of her subjects, she creates an endearing, lighthearted world that’s easy to enjoy.
We’re proud to offer Lucia’s work on iCanvas, and wanted to take a minute to introduce you to the human behind the art.
Keep reading to get a taste of what inspires her work, the style of music she creates to, and other artists she appreciates. You might be surprised to learn what you have in common!
Who are 5 of your current favorite artists, living or dead?
Gary Larson, Norman Rockwell, Richard Smith, Stephen Hansen, and Michael Sowa.
“Dinosaur Nerds” by Gary Larson 
“The Muscleman Close-Up” by Norman Rockwell 
“Ceiling III” by Richard Smith 
“Marie Therese With Garland” by Stephen Hansen 
“Herta” by Michael Sowa
What band or musician would you listen to while creating your art?
Spotify’s “Today’s Top Hits.”
If you could master any other form of creative expression, what would it be?
I want to be better at painting anything I set my mind to.
What is one person, one place, and one object that inspires you?
My dog! She is so cute, I just want to paint her all the time.
What is something about you that others may be surprised to learn?
I used to have a graphic design agency and I worked in that field for years.
Check out some of Lucia Heffernan’s creations below, and click here to view their full iCanvas collection.
