This new piece reimagines a familiar view—the shimmering shoreline of Lake Michigan. Inspired by the bold abstraction of VISTA: Grasslands, the clients requested a “Chicago version” with a similar palette and stylized interpretation for their corporate office. Layers of glass capture the lake’s movement and light, creating a dynamic, reflective surface. Set within an LED-lit frame, the piece glows, amplifying its depth and energy. The result is a striking fusion of nature and city, distilled into a luminous, contemporary composition.

VISTA shoreline 5’ x 3.5’ glass inlay + concrete c Heather Hancock 2024 | photo credit Grayhaus Studios

If you know me, you know I love living near Lake Michigan. I take every chance to walk or paddle. I am endlessly fascinated by the palette of blues, grays, whites, creams…and then there’s all the sunrise drama out there.