Whimsical Hearts - Art for the Heart, Home or Office

a Heart - the Perfect Gift

Made in small batches these are Roberts favourite artistic pieces to make. Their numbers are generally limited, based on material availability, along with other on going projects. To give one of these Hearts is a meaningful and enduring gift to the recipient. There are many reasons and occasions that people choose to give or that they may receive a Heart. These hand carved artistic pieces tend to speak to one’s emotional language in different ways and sometimes in a profound way.

That's why these Hearts are such a treasured possession; they are as unique as their owner - Truly one of a Kind!

For more information don't hesitate to contact Robert.

#2452 - Available - $225.00 - size 8"X8" - made of reclaimed Vancouver Island Garry Oak.

A strong, tough, resilient heart, with mahogany stitching, and amazing colour. Art pieces such as this tend to speak volumes to so many.

#2591 - Available - $275.00 - size - 13" X 7" - London Plane wood.

You have me tied in a knot !

#2562- SOLD - size approx. 12"X9" - Made of reclaimed Garry Oak from Oak Bay BC

A solid robust Heart with stunning grain being displayed. A perfect art piece for any home or office.

#2436 - Available - $125.00 - size 11"X7" - reclaimed Island Oak (Garry Oak)

Lovely classic shape of a Heart - What a wonderful wedding gift or house warming gift.

#2582 - SOLD - size- 11" X 8" - London Plane w/walnut splines

with is classic shape - spalting and walnut splines this Heart evokes a lot of emotion and really whose Heart hasn't been tested through life.

#2448 - Available - $225.00 - size 8"X8" - made of reclaimed Garry Oak.

A stitched heart with some spalting. Lovely graining and colour for an artistic piece. These art pieces need only a small bit of wall to display them.

Story from a Patron

I just want to say how much I love my beautiful wooden heart that I bought at Robert's studio. It is quite an experience standing in front of all his hearts as it brings up all kinds of emotions. Some of the hearts have pieces missing, some have cracks and splits and some are perfect. So many occasions these hearts make perfect gifts for. If you are looking for an amazing wedding gift that will be cherished forever I highly recommend Robert's hearts. I chose a perfect one (smooth with no blemishes) and have recently decided to purchase another one. I am going to give one each to my little grandsons so they each will always know and be reminded of how I loved them with all my heart, (I also think they will always look awesome in their 'Boy' bedrooms) . See you again soon Robert!
Linda May H.

#2586 - Available - $220.00 - size 17" X 8" - London Plane wood

Beautifully unique - with its shivering tail. This Heart could make quite a statement when gifted to that special someone in your life.

#2437 - Available - $250.00 - size 12"X7" - rare reclaimed Pacific Yew wood.

Rare beautiful Pacific Yew wood whose patina will intensify over time. The void has been stitched - showing this Heart is strong and healing.

#2563 - Available - $185.00 - size 12"X9" Made from reclaimed London Plane.

This lovely Heart has a spot of Urban Organic edge to it that you can see on the right side. A perfect art piece for a personal indulgence.

#2592 - Available - $325.00 - size 13" X 9" - London plane wood.

People sometimes struggle through out life - times are good but times are also very difficult - we really don't know how we affect everyones Heart as we encounter them. Is this a gift for a first responder?

#2439 - Sold - reclaimed Garry Oak - size 12"X8"

Beautiful classic shape with a bit spalting on the left side. Oh the perfect graduation, retirement gift or personal indulgence.

Story from a patron

Hello Robert ! I walked into the Wickaninnish Inn today and fell in love with your hearts. I purchased a fabulous heart to add to my collection from all around the world. It will take pride of place in my gorgeous cottage in Tasmania.

Many thanks for your creativity,
Maree M.

#2564 - Available - $245.00 - size 12"X8" - Carved in reclaimed London Plane

This beautiful art piece has mahogany splines inset along with a curled tail. A beautiful Heart that demands attention. Would this be a wonderful retirement gift.

#2440 - sorry Sold - size 12"X6" - made of reclaimed Pacific Yew Wood

This amazing Heart is near perfect - well with the exception of the sap wood bruise with a crack running through it. Whose Heart hasn't been bruised or crack with all that goes on in life.

#2561 - SOLD - size 11"X8" - carved from reclaimed London Plane

If your looking for the perfect Heart to gift to a friend or loved one - this is it. Classic in its shape and perfect in its look. A true meaningful gift.

#2584 - Not Available - size 13"X7" - Carved from a piece of reclaimed Garry Oak from Oak Bay BC

This art piece has it all - imperfections which I love, tension and character which adds to its presence. It's a real conversation piece that will grace someones Home or office, will that home or office be yours.

#2559 - Available - $175.00 - size 8"X8" - carved from reclaimed London Plane wood.

Beautifully shaped Heart with no dye added - finished in its natural colour. These small art pieces blend perfectly into a home or office decor if you have a small piece of wall that needs something on it. This is it.

Story from a patron

Robert - This either our third or fourth year that we have purchased a grouping of Hearts from you for wedding gifts. We have found these gems to be the perfect gift for family or friends on their wedding day. For a gift, what could be better than a piece of handmade art with such symbolic meaning. Debra - Winnipeg, Man.

#2565 - Available - $125.00 - size 11"X8" carved from reclaimed London Plane and given a weak solution of dye prior to finish being applied.

Is this the perfect art piece to gift to your partner - literally give your partner your Heart once again. It's perfect just like your relationship.

#2444 - Available - $185.00 - size 11"X7" - made of reclaimed Pacific Yew wood.

Oh! we all strive for the perfect Heart - but knocks and bumps happen on our life's journey Our Heart or our relationship remains strong.

To gift one of these artistic pieces - is a Heart felt gift. Roberts Hearts have been gifted for all manner of occasions: Birthday, Wedding, Retirement, Anniversary, Valentines day, Graduation, A gift of recognition, House Warming, Engagement, Mothers Day, Birth of a child/grandchild, Fathers day, A testament of your love, A Friendship gift, A Personal Indulgence, To Commemorate someone, An Inspirational gift of Healing.

A Heart is the most enduring and meaningful gift to give.

#2434 - Available - $285.00 - size - 11" X 8" - London plane wood w/cherry splines.

How does this Heart speak to you?

#2445 - Available - $125.00 - size 11"X7" - made of reclaimed Garry Oak from Vancouver island.

The perfect mothers day or fathers day gift.

#2590 - Available - $225.00 - size 16" X 8" - London Plane wood.

The elongation of this Heart shows that relationships - stretch and are tested - but remain strong.

Story from a patron

Hello Bob,
Thought we would let you know that the Heart we bought to present to our father on the occasion of his retirement was very well received. It was the perfect gift for him as he has given so much to our family over the years, and it all came from the Heart. We are so pleased with coming across your site and finding this beautiful gift.
Thank you once again. - Jamie

#2566 - Sorry I'm SOLD - size 10"X8" - Carved from reclaimed London Plane - finished in its natural colour.

A perfect Heart once again - want to give an artistic piece for a wedding gift - This is it.

#2433 - SOLD - size - 13" X 8" - West coast Big Leaf Maple wood.

A bold - strong Heart!

#2446 - Available - $285.00 - size 12"X9" - made of reclaimed Island Oak (Garry Oak)

This Heart has struggled to keep it together as it was made, but it has survived. Is it the same for you or someone you know? This Heart can be the inspiration for moving forward for that special someone.

#2521 - Available - $245.00 - size - 12" X 6" - London plane wood w/cherry splines.

Here is the healing Heart. Stitched back together it remains strong.

#2583 - Available - $185.00 - size 11"X8" - Carved from reclaimed London Plane wood. A weak dye was applied prior to finish being applied.

A very classically shaped Heart with the tail tapered and gently curved. This art piece has real personality.

Story from a patron

Robert I wanted to let you know that my husband to be - proposed to me with a Heart that he purchased from you. He had attached my engagement to the back of the Heart, then figuratively presented his heart to me with the ring attached. So unique! – Carol B.

#2587 - Sorry Sold - size 13" X 9" - London Plane wood w/walnut splines

This Heart is a breath taking piece of Art. Oh! Hearts will be broken but Hearts heal.

#2570 - Available - $245.00 - Size 12"X7" Carved from reclaimed Garry Oak from Oak Bay, BC.

This beautiful art piece was treated with a weak dye prior to finishing. Although this Heart has a few imperfections, whose Heart doesn't have that ? Life happens.

Story from a patron

We gifted one of your Hearts to our daughter on her graduation from university.
Her reaction of tears of joy upon receiving the gift confirmed we had made the
perfect choice for a gift. Please don't ever stop making these jewels. –KD.

#2588 - Available - $285.00 - size 13" X 7" - London Plane wood w/cherry splines.

The beating Heart! You have seen this shape repeated over the years with these Hearts. Its one of the favourite shapes used. The variation of colour with the cracks and spline accents gives a different meaning to everyone who experiences it.

#2450 - Sold - size 11"X8" - made of Pacific Yew wood.

Not sure there are words to describe this amazing art piece. Just enjoy what you're seeing. This will definitely be the focal point for someones home or office. Will it be yours?

#2520 - Sorry I'm SOLD - $185.00 - size- 12" X 7" - London Plane wood

Here is a beautifully shaped Heart with a bit of dark staining in it is uniquely different - just like each of us are.

#2432 - Available - $245.00 - size - 8" X 8" - London plane w/walnut splines.

Unbroken! still strong, still tough, still here.

#2571 - SOLD - size 11"X7" - Carved from reclaimed London Plane and finished with its natural colour displayed.

I love this art piece which is classic in its shape. Light and airy - this would be the perfect Heart for a wedding gift.

Story from a patron

Robert, I wanted to Thank you for making the purchase of a Heart for my Husbands birthday so simple. It was wonderful to deal directly with you, the Artisan. The Heart arrived with in the week, perfect timing. The photos don't do justice to your work, which is outstanding. Rita O.

#2572 - Available - $195.00 - size 12"X7" - carved from reclaimed London Plane - treated with a weak dye prior to finishing.

This beauty says - My Beating Heart with its shape, it also has a curved tail. Is it the perfect gift for your partner - they will think so.

#2435 - Available - $175.00 - size - 11" X 8" - London Plane wood.

There are people who have the perfect Heart just like this one. Name them off in your mind, maybe they deserve this Heart.

#2447 - Available - $175.00 - size - 15"X7" - made of reclaimed Pacific Yew wood.

Wow! an engagement gift with its elongated tail symbolic of - putting down roots together or maybe a house warming gift. Amazing idiosyncratic graining in this Heart demands closer examination due to its uniqueness.

#2585 - SOLD - size 11"X7" carved from a claimed piece of Cherry.

This classically shaped Cherry art piece struggled to stay together while I was making it. As every Heart is worth saving I put the effort in and was rewarded with this inspiring art piece.

Story from a patron

Robert - the work of artists like you, who use time honored techniques to ply their craft is important. “We believe quality crafted items made with thoughtful design, skill and ingenuity rather than just mass-produced is what moves a society forward. When one measures the pleasure that hand made items like these give, there’s really no comparison.” Ron & Olive D.