Rachel Jones and Art

I must say, I am really enjoying painting in watercolor this summer. I'm not quite sure if it is a reflection of the transparency and brightness of the season or is it in this heatwave the idea of oils and turps is a bit too much. What I am sure about is the pleasure I've had. Painting puts a smile on my face even when it is difficult. However, there is a different dynamic when I'm painting in oil because of the process of achieving realism, classicism and my storytelling. I know if I persist, I'll get it exactly where I want it to be. Oil painting allows time to pass over the canvas, the painter and for the image to evolve and unfurl. For me, watercolor is more about immediacy and (much like a journal) capturing the atmosphere and head space of that particular painting session. That is not to say there is a carelessness... every stroke still matters greatly . But there is definitely the feeling that I could tackle the same image everyday and come up with a completely...

This feels  suprisingly  comfortable and refreshing.   The oils  have been packed away (for now).  Now on to the next pieces along this same vein. This one is also currently on the SHOP page. mixed media piece by Rachel Jones Art on Paper

Many artists throughout history have very publicly gone through different movements. Some meticulously worked through realism before venturing into cubism or surrealism or even something without a label. Often they returned to their first love, but sometimes... just sometimes... they discovered their new movement. So it's no wonder that I've been wandering around a bit on the creative front. When I first ventured into painting, I did whatever my heart desired. I played- just like a child. And with it came that childish joy that abandons us over time. When I was old enough to venture into the world and its museums, I discovered the greats . Basically everything The Tate Britain and New York Museums contained. Then I began to see what the   the tri-state area galleries decorated their walls with and how often those very galleries had full page ads and editorials in all the art magazines of Barnes and Noble. I desired to make that stuff that excited me beyond words. ...

Are you interested in having a personalized piece of artwork or commissioning an original painting  for your home, office, or workspace? These flowing watercolors are created to reflect and mimic human emotions, social norms, and narratives.  Atmosphere, nature, and individual spirit are combined to design dynamic works stimulating conversation and reflection. Archival Arches Paper is used for watercolors. Other works are on canvas or ready to hang wood panels. More details and options available upon request.   - Rachel Jones Interested in keeping up with the latest? Original Artwork by Rachel Jones

I’m not just an artist. I’m also an art collector.  There is such joy gazing upon this wall first thing in the morning as the sun comes in with that first cup of coffee before the hustle of the day riddled with technology begins. And the places it takes me in the evening as we wind down with a glass of wine at night. Support Artists.  Their imagination sparks your imagination. 

This was truly a surprise! I walked into the  Island Art Gallery  REFLECTION show after a really long  day of work. Immediately I was energized by all the kind words, support, and acknowledgement from those in attendance. Recognition isn’t essential to practicing your art, but it surely encourages you when honored by your peers. Add caption

Charcoal on Bristol Paper by Rachel Jones So... I’m falling in love again with charcoal. I love the immediacy, the texture, the messiness.  Though I’m known for mostly painting females, I adore the structure of the male face But there is always that fear that I cannot do it justice-  especially if it is a male I’m not close to. I know almost every detail of my husband’s topography. So the real challenge was ‘could I paint a man I’ve never met’? I perused a lot of virtual friends until I found this gentleman that not only has an interesting and charismatic face anyway, but also great with lighting and photography. ‘In for a penny, in for a pound ‘ they say... I attempted a double portrait. It is tentatively titled “Betrayed With A Kiss”. Not only are there various aspects of each personality...those personalities are not always friendly to each other.  Sometimes outright enemies, sabotagers, betrayers, manipulators, gaslghters... You get the idea. Can not wait until...