I'M RACHEL LAUNDON

I am mixed-media, self-representing artist living and creating from my farmhouse nestled in the lush green mountains of Vermont. I draw inspiration from the natural world around me, infusing my work with a sense of creativity and a love for life. When I'm not hard at work, you can find me hitting the slopes for a thrilling ski session, trekking through the great outdoors on a hike, or pedaling through the stunning landscape on a bike. The beauty of nature constantly fuels my passion for art.

For many years, I have been captivated by the rich and colorful universe that lives beneath the surface of water, and I find endless inspiration in the sleek and aerodynamic shapes of fish. In my artwork, I often represent species in their natural state, but I also enjoy creating their more abstract and fantastical alter egos.

Each of my one-of-a-kind pieces is carefully crafted from a combination of wood, architectural clay, hammered oxidized copper, glass, and repurposed objects. I hand-paint the vivid hues and patterns using acrylic, oil, or encaustic paint, and I am always on the quest to discover and learn new mediums and techniques to incorporate into my work. Creativity is like water to me, and when I am in a flow state of artmaking, it feels like riding the best wave.