ART creates centers of gravity

• drawing people closer

• transforming a space

• stirring the heart of the beholder with its energy.

I’m Rachael.

An oil painter and fine artist working primarily from life.

My subjects range from portraits to florals to familiar objects—each chosen for its ability to hold presence and meaning. While I occasionally explore abstraction, my deepest connection lies in representational painting, where observation and intention meet.

Using traditional materials and a focused studio practice, I translate subtle, fleeting moments into lasting works—inviting a slower, more attentive way of seeing.

Art has been at the center of my life for as long as I can remember.

Though my creative path has taken many forms—from teaching to working as a makeup artist for television and film—painting has remained the constant. It’s where my voice is clearest.

My latest work is rooted in classical technique, developed through years of disciplined study and a deep respect for the history of portraiture.

I work primarily in oil, drawn to the medium for its physicality, richness, and ability to hold presence on the canvas.

While I will always have a deep love of the expression of abstraction…

I’m fascinated by the structure and intimacy of representational painting.

Faces, flowers, and everyday forms offer a chance to slow down and engage with what’s before me—what’s quietly resonant. In painting from life, I find both immence challenge and clarity.

Every brushstroke is a decision, a moment of pointed attention.

Whether I’m painting a portrait or a well-worn object, my goal is to create something lasting—work that feels considered, connected, and alive.

This site reflects that same intention.

It’s more than a portfolio—it’s a living studio space. A place to explore new work, connect over shared aesthetics, and collect pieces that speak to you.

My collectors understand that surrounding yourself with beauty is essential. Their carefully curated spaces reflect both refined taste and an understanding of art's transformative power. They know that thoughtfully chosen paintings turn spaces into sanctuaries of inspiration.

My work has been printed in House&Garden, UK and featured in Table Magazine and
Studio Visit Magazine.

What Collectors are Saying

“Rachael's work just appealed to me: there is such a strong sense of line and color; the work is simultaneously sexy, whimsical, and operates both at the level of fashion and design but with an underlying strength of gesture. It is very appealing work.”

— Mark F. Flaherty

“I needed some real art on my walls and I fell in love with the artworks I purchased from Rachael. They speak to my soul!”

— Vanessa Green

“I can see the connection Rachael has with her pieces; they speak from her heart. And they’re simultaneously classic and ever-changing.”

— Jana Randall

“Being an Interior Designer, I have always felt that it is the artwork which brings a space to life. I have always been in awe of Rachael’s talent. Her pieces are breathtaking. I love her use of color.”