Artist of the Month – Rachel Warren

Rachel has been a part of the Rio Vista art community since 2016. She has demonstrated an enduring passion for drawing and painting from a young age, dedicating much of her personal space to artistic pursuits with strong encouragement from her mother. Although guided by her parents toward a stable career, Rachel pursued education in dentistry and until recently worked as a dental professional while continuing to practice art whenever possible.

Initially, Rachel focused on jewelry design and participated in pop-up events and fairs; however, due to increased competition in that field, she transitioned to painting. Exploring innovative canvases, she began working with functional objects such as glasses and wine bottles, producing acrylic artworks and even modifying wine bottles for further creative projects. Her art continues to evolve, most recently including a commissioned mural.

Rachel describes her work as deeply connected to her Latin heritage, frequently incorporating motifs like “sugar skulls,” which celebrate the lives and memories of loved ones. She has moved to more of a full-time artistry lifestyle after her retirement from her dental career. Her creations can be viewed at magicalalchemydesigns.com or at the Gallery.

The public is invited to meet Rachel at the Artist of the Month Reception, scheduled for March 20th from 3:00 to 5:00 pm.