Greg Heil is part of a new tradition in American painting that bridges the gap between abstraction, expressionism, and traditional plein-air painting. Drawing images from natural motifs, he believes nature overpowers the human mind with an infinite variety of forms and colors. When viewing his art, it is easy to see how Greg emphasizes space and color in his landscapes. Chicago native Heil discovered the southwest after extensive exploration with his family as a child. Eventually Greg settled in the beautiful high deserts of Arizona, known for its beautiful desert flora and state parks, and can regularly be found exploring its breathtaking hidden environs. Greg’s magnificent large scale oils show his dedication to representing the vibrancy of the desert’s grandeur, specifically its flora, rock formations and even its surprising waterways.