Erica

"Erica"

So, this is a sketch of my sister Erica.  I actually did this a few years ago while we were outside in the backyard enjoying a summer evening.  I was originally planning to work on sketching trees and plants, but saw Rick sitting on the edge of the veggie garden and decided to do a portrait.  This is one of my favorite pieces.  I believe it truly captures who she was at the time. 

 

"Fragile"

So, my brother said it looks like she's playing volleyball.  She's not.  That's supposed to be an egg, not a volleyball.  I've decided she's not really a fairy... more like an angel or air spirit.  The wings and hair were super fun to do 

So, this past Halloween (2012), our office submitted a painted pumpkin for a contest.  Guess who got elected to decorate it?  This is Dr. Smith as a zombie from the video game Plants vs Zombies.  We didn't win, but I sure enjoyed painting it!

What is this crap?!

Greetings!  I'm Rachel and you've just stumbled upon my art portfolio/gallery!  Well done :)  
I hope you stick around for awhile.  
I'd like to warn you right now, I'm not a writer!  I'm an art hobbyist; meaning I love to draw and paint but am definitely not a pro.  
    A few things you should probably know about me are as follows.  

•   I'm training to become a crystal healer.  There is not a class for it.  Don't go looking. 
• I am working on tarot reading.  It's quite interesting.  
• I am an avid reader.  My bookcase will no longer hold any more books :)
• I am a video gamer.  I've grown up playing NES...started when I was about 5. 
• Music is often my inspiration.  You'll find quite a few pieces referencing music.  
• I respond well to constructive criticism.  I do NOT respond well to flaming.
• My favorite artists are: Amy Brown, Charles Wysocki, James C. Christensen, Aly Fell, Michael Whelan, Alan Lee, Gene C. Clark, Lucille Clark, Cathleen Clark-Hale.  

I love comments!  Drop me a note, even if it's just "hey.  you are a terrible writer".  :)

Thanks for dropping by and suffering through my rants and raves.  I truly appreciate your time. 

Farewell, 
Rachel