New Video on Packing to Paint Plein Air

A picture of Rachael outdoors

Hey everyone!  I am taking a group to Ghost Ranch this fall and instead of sending an email out describing what to pack, I made a short video. I presented some ideas that have worked for me as an artist. So take what resonates with you and check it out. There’s also a SUPPLY LIST FOR…

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Paint a Persimmon with Me!

A persimmon painting

  I allowed myself two hours to paint this in both acrylic and oil.  It’s hard for an artist who wants to edit their work to death (like me) but I did it. It’s a practice I’m trying to follow so that I don’t overwork things. (NOTE: That 2 hours to paint didn’t include the…

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New Art Video with Naomi Judd! And Enter the Raffle!

A picture of Naomi and Rachael

Join me for about an hour of fun conversation, storytelling and art instruction as I introduce Naomi to the world of Alcohol Inks. She creates a beautiful floral painting in no time using Ranger Alcohol Inks and Dura-Bright White Paper. I had such a great time making this video with her and playing with art! …

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Naomi Judd Painted with Me!

A picture of Naomi and Rachael talking

I had a ball recently painting with Naomi Judd! The multi-grammy award winning singer/songwriter/entertainer/actress/author and public speaker, Naomi Judd, graced me with her presence in my studio in Franklin, TN.  She swears she’s never painted before, but when you see what she did, you will be happily surprised! Here’s a sneak peek into what she…

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