The Natural Eclectic ─ A Design Aesthetic Inspired by Nature

The Natural Eclectic offers a glimpse into the inspiring world of West-Coast artist, photographer and stylist Heather Ross. Through her stunning images and philosophical musings on beauty, nature and design, Heather shows how to bring a nature-inspired aesthetic to life. With the same artist’s touch she brings to her eclectic boutique, she shares professional tips on creating engaging displays and vignettes through the art of placement. Known for her serene color palette described as where the sea meets the shore,” Heather sheds light on the subtle use of color. Readers who want to style their own natural eclectic spaces can glean from Heather’s creative approach to foraging for new, old and found treasures.

Heather Ross is known for her elegantly natural aesthetic, inspired by her West Coast upbringing and years of living in Paris and traveling throughout Europe. Her love of nature is the common thread running through her many artistic ventures, from artist and photographer to writer, stylist and merchant. Her eclectic Vancouver boutique has earned a loyal following since opening in 2001. She is a regular contributor to lifestyle magazines, includingHouse & Home, for which her photography has been nominated three times for a national award. Her evocative paintings and art prints are in numerous international collections.