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. 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!

Make sure to CLICK on the Heart of interest to open it up for a better look at it.

For more information don't hesitate to contact Robert.

#2210 - Available - $170.00 - size 11X8 - Eastern Birch.

What a way of expressing your love to that special someone, then by gifting them a Heart, such as this.

#3222 - Available - $220.00 - size 12"X7" - Reclaimed Garry Oak

Made of reclaimed Garry Oak which can be subject to boring insects - that is what has created the dark beauty marks on this classically shaped Heart.

#2306 - Sold - size 11"X8" - Reclaimed Big Leaf Maple

Beautiful - Island grown Big Leaf Maple. This Heart has the perfect shape to represent your relationship - perfect in every way - a wonderful anniversary gift.

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

You have me tied in a knot !

#2316 (KC) - Available - $295.00 - size 13"X8" - reclaimed Pacific Yew with Silver Leaf.

This Heart is carved out of Pacific Yew, which is not always readily available. It has a lovely void on the face of it which I lined with Silver leaf. A truly unique artistic piece for the home or office.

#2448 - Sorry SOLD - 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.

#2211 - Available - $185.00 - size 10X8 - Cherry

Canadian Cherry - what a popular wood - in the classic Heart shape. A grad gift - a retirement gift - or a birth of a grad baby. This Heart would be perfect for any occasion.

#2592 - Sold - 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?

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.

#2219 - Available - $185.00 - size 12X7 - Cherry wood

The delicate shape, the elongated tail - this is an enduring gift. - A gift for a life time.

#2321 - 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.

#2241 - Available - $215.00 - size 12X8 - Cherry wood

I'm hooked on you, which is what this Heart says to me. What message does it hold for you?

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.

#2242 - Available - $175.00 - size 10X7 - Cherry wood.

Got a special occasion happening? Going out for dinner with that special loved one. You also gift that special person a Heart like this one. Which gift, dinner or the Heart will last longer and be more meaningful?

#2314 - Available - $325.00 - size 14"X9" - reclaimed Pacific Yew

I really connect with the Hearts that have an imperfection - a crack, a void, such as this one. Some times I fill the void with pewter, or spline them - but this one is perfect with nothing added to it. It will only get better with age as its true patina is reached. Enjoy!

#2207 - Available - $185.00 - size 11X8 - 1/4 sawn Oak.

Classic shape in quarter sawn oak. The perfect graduation gift.

#2311 - Available - $225.00 - size 11"X8" - reclaimed Island grown Garry Oak.

Heart is a true reflection of life in this Heart. Classic in its shape but it has been bumped and bruised with life. The bit of sap wood on the left side along with the dark beauty marks - make this one a keeper.

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.

#2216 - Sold - $165.00 - size 8X8 - Eastern Birch

I just had one of these go out the door with some grandparents for their grand baby. The heart they choose was the same perfect shape as this one but in cherry. This Heart like the cherry one is a gift for a life time. It will be cherished as it was gifted by the grand parents to their grand child.

#2217 - Available - $185.00 - size 11X8 - 1/4 sawn Oak.

Think of a person that you could gift this heart to. Imagine their reaction to such an enduring gift. Should I wrap this up for you to gift?

#2208 - Available - $185.00 - size 11X8 - 1/4 sawn Oak.

A lovely classic heart. This heart is naked - in other words no dye has been put on it - natural colour. What an amazing wedding gift to give.

#2302 - Available - $145.00 - 11"X6" - reclaimed Big Leaf Maple - Island grown

A smaller but just as impactful Heart. Strong rich graining which is always visually enticing from Big Leaf Maple. I love the curve of the tail of this Heart.

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

#2312 - Sold - size 13"X7" - reclaimed Pacific Yew

Strong idiosyncratic grain is the hallmark of this Heart. Note how the gracefully tapered tail has developed an ever so slight curve to the right.

#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.

#2212 - Available - $175.00 - size 15X8 - Eastern Birch.

Is this a melting Heart that has stretched? Regardless it is still perfect in every way.

#2313 - Available - $295.00 - size 12"X9" - reclaimed Pacific Yew and hardwood splines.

You may have noticed that this Heart has lost a part of it on the upper left lobe. But then doesn't that happen as we live life. The graining on this Heart demand your visual attention.

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.

#2308 (KC) - Available - $285.00 - size 16"X8" - reclaimed Garry Oak & Silver Leaf.

Here we have a lovely island grown Garry Oak Heart with an elongated tail. The inlayed silver leaf ribbon appears to wrap right around the Heart. The beauty of this piece will spark conversations for sure.

#2214 - Available - $185.00 - size 13X9 - 1/4 sawn Oak.

Lets face it I'm not a photographer - and as such my photos don't do justice to these unique art pieces. Quarter sawn Oak is such an eye catching wood.

#2570 - Available - $245.00 - size 12X7 - Reclaimed Garry Oak

This amazing piece is from the root ball of a Garry Oak. It has a couple of imperfections, but everyones heart has that. Life happens!

#2783 - Available - $395.00 - size 12X12 - Made of Garry Oak.

Merging Hearts - two Hearts coming together - as it does in life. Made of reclaimed Garry Oak. There are a few beauty marks which only add to the interest of the art piece.

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.

#2215 - Available - $185.00 - size 12X9 - Cherry wood

This Heart is finished naturally with out any dye put on it. It will over time gradually gain its unique patina. It just gets better with age - just like the person it will be gifted to.

#2315 - Sold - $275.00 - size 10"X8" - Pacific Yew & Gold Leaf

As we go through life bumps and bruises happen in this case it reveals that that we have a Heart of Gold.

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

Unbroken! still strong, still tough, still here.

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.

#2306 - 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.

#2786 - SOLD - size 15X13 - reclaimed Garry Oak

Merging Hearts - It's a wondrous thing when two Hearts come together. What a gift for someone special.

#2435 - Sold - 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.

#2209 - Available $170.00 - size 10X8 - Eastern Birch.

Made of beautiful eastern Birch (Canadian wood) as all my Hearts are made from. Then of course each Heart has a Canadian penny in set in to the back of it.

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.