Shimmering light and energetic forms
to complement striking spaces
Heather Hancock works between studios in Chicago and Denver, exploring urban light, structure, and perspective through the material of glass. She collaborates closely with art consultants, architects, and designers to place work in private residences as well as corporate, healthcare, and government collections nationwide.
Her work captures the pulse of the city through an urban minimalist lens, while also weaving in natural imagery that speaks to our primal connection to the earth. The work’s clean materiality and subtle dimensionality bring a refined presence to a wide range of contemporary spaces.
Heather Hancock in studio | photo credit T. Favarula 2023
“The piece on my wall is so incredibly striking. It looks so beautifully interesting from various distances and angles. It totally completes the space. As for the artist herself, not only does she have a truly unique perspective, she is an absolute professional and a delight to work with.”
Frequent Questions
Wait, is this photography?
Nope! It’s hand‑cut glass set in grout on a Wedi panel substrate. I abstract architectural and natural forms into glass compositions that capture light, shadow, and depth in ways photography can’t.
Do you work from drawings?
Yes—concepts begin as sketches, watercolors, and digital illustrations. These evolve into refined digital mockups that establish composition, scale, and dimensional layering. From there, glass and texture bring the vision to life.
Where are you based?
I work between studios in Chicago and Denver, which allows me to stay connected to two vibrant urban environments (not to mention amazing natural beauty) and serve clients nationwide.
Are these pieces heavy or hard to hang?
They’re surprisingly light—built on foam‑core Wedi panels with a cementitious coating. Ready‑to‑hang edged panels feature a slim anodized‑aluminum trim and ship with a standard metal Z‑cleat. At roughly 3 lbs/sq ft, even large works install easily.
Does the work require special lighting?
While glass shimmers beautifully in any ambient light, you can enhance the effect with 45° spotlights to maximize shimmer and reflectance. Downlighting or wall washes will emphasize texture.
How do I commission a custom piece?
Discovery: We discuss your space, design goals, scale, palette, timeline, and budget.
Concept & Proposal: I provide digital sketches and material samples for your review.
Fabrication & Delivery: Your custom artwork is crafted in my studio (4-6 week typically), then professionally packed and shipped.
Can I see case studies or past projects?
Absolutely—visit the Case Studies section on my website to explore site‑specific installations by industry, with insights into process and outcomes.
“The lines are so clean and yet the piece still feels very organic.”
Formats
Commissions
Heather enjoys collaborating to meet the needs of commercial and residential clients, in sizes ranging from 20” x 20” to multi-panel full-wall compositions.
Fine Art Inventory
Small format pieces are available ready to hang individually or in multiples. Trade pricing is available to qualified resellers.
Technical details
Material
All work is created with hand-cut glass, adhered to foam-core Wedi panel and infilled with grout.
Ready-to-hang format: edged panels are trimmed with anodized aluminum.
Ready-to-frame format: work can be framed with minimum 1” rabbet.
Hanging / Weight
Ready-to-hang edged panels ship with a standard aluminum z-cleat.
At approximately 3 lbs PSF, even large panels weigh only a fraction of the load capacity of standard z-cleats.
Lighting
The work responds well to natural and ambient light. When possible, custom lighting will further enhance the presentation. Angled spots brings glass to life with shimmer and shine.
The work is permanently colorfast under any lighting conditions.