Rachel Jones and Art

I usually have several projects going on at once. It often creates harmony if I am working on a body of work. It is also useful when I do not want to get too rigid. I know it is often considered the norm for artists represented by prominent galleries to consistently create work that is very similar in style. It makes them easier to market. However, I am not in that position. As a small studio working artist I am able to experiment and expand a bit more as I continue to learn. I am interested in several avenues of creation. I like watercolor. I like oil. I like charcoal. I like building. I like clay. I wholly believe I have a recognizable style which carries onto each endeavor. However, I feel each turn informs, influences, expands the other. One may think that a medium is to be handled a certain way. Though there is nothing wrong with that, I find that if I treat charcoal like oil in certain ways, the results can be pleasantly surprising. With this piece I just finished (pictured belo

Memento Mori In Effect by Rachel Jones detail by Rachel Jones I had this idea for some time of making “functional” art. I love fine art, but in bygone times (I’m thinking   rococo, victorian ) everything seemed embellished. When I visited historical  homes, even the toilet roll holder was a work of art...well you know what I mean. So this is my nod to that era. These little Memento Mori pieces can be hung or used as keepsake boxes. They are a mixture of oil, resin, ink, vellum, etc. - Rachel These   are available .   Contact  for details.  Memento Mori In Pink With Sprinkles by Rachel Jones Memento Mori Box 2 by Rachel Jones 

I See You. This piece is a mix of Charcoal, Watercolor, and Ink. With the ever looming presence of social media, it’s been noted that there is a decline in “seeing” what is right before you. For some, being told they are seen is empowering and a delight. For others, I See You is threatening. What do you think? I See You Mixed Media on Paper 30” X 22” By Rachel Jones