Rachel is a self-taught Canadian artist who grew up in the Tri-Towns and now makes her home in North Bay. She discovered very early in life an enjoyment and inner peace when pursuing solitary endeavours, whether it be hunting specimens to add to her insect collection, perusing botanical books, or being creative with scissors and paper. The idea that she possessed the capacity to change, mould and create fascinated Rachel.

Her work is greatly influenced by the flow, shapes, textures and colours surrounding her. Glass and beads ignite her. When at creative play, the world does not exist and time is suspended; Rachel is inspired (in spirit) and everything in her world is as it should be. The suspended mixed-media sculptures and wall tapestries allow her infinite expression using all the elements her heart desires. Every creation is a wonderful adventure and voyage into the limitless realm of possibilities. Every creation is imbued with the life force and love which guide the blooming of our universe. Every object’s purpose is simple… to evoke wonder and pleasure. Rachel gives thanks for this abundance in her life.

In addition to her mixed-media textiles, Art on Main carries several of Rachel’s jewelry lines, including the unique and playfully flamboyant Funky Spinster.

“The world of reality has its limits; the world of imagination is boundless.” Jean-Jacques Rousseau