Rachel Jones and Art

  Currently, some of my work is  part of a show at TRAX in Lake City, SC. I have four pieces, but I’d like to focus on these two for a second. This may seem to be a slight departure from my floral figure mix, but it is actually a revisiting of a painting I’ve tackled several times…INSIGHT. Here I present INSIGHT REVISITED and THIRD DEGREE OF INSIGHT. One of my favorite things to do between working on more ‘polished’ pieces is to simply doodle in a sketch book. Often it is necessary to work out composition or ideas, but mostly it is a place where I can just play without any expectations, rules, or eyes prying and scribble until my heart is content.  I find there is magic in that ‘rawness’. It solidly documents the mood or thoughts of a day in a way words cannot. So with these two pieces my goal was to rip a page from that journal and create a ‘finished’ piece without losing the energy and naivety. How did I do?  by Rachel Jones 30” X 22” mixed media by Rachel Jones 30...

 The Twelfth Daughter Have you ever read The 12 Dancing Princesses or The Worn Out Dancing Shoes? Then you know.... The 12th Daughter by Rachel Jones In other news... The show at TRAX is now live and I will post more about that shortly. But enjoy the little picture below of my little corner of the group show.     

 TRAX VISUAL ART CENTER  This is the follow up from a previous post about an upcoming group show in Lake City, SC at  TRAX , in conjunction with  Florence Arts Alliance  and  Artfields . As more information becomes available, especially concerning other artists and the opening, I’ll share it here. But for now… below is their little blurb concerning the concept and the four pieces I’ve dropped off waiting to hang. I’m very happy to be included and looking forward to meeting the other participants and of course… learning. Always learning.  Art by Rachel Jones

  “Often we are bombarded with external elements over  which we have no control. Our responses can at times be surprising, revealing, or even uncharacteristic. Frequently in works,  I try to reveal such pivotal moments (like film stills) of realizations and reactions to these events that may act as mirrors of our common nature.  The figures may appear uncertain, anxious, resolved or even confrontational- as the viewer anticipates  what is to come next.  I often use watercolor to capture the initial concept with as much precision as possible. Yet, to capture conflict, atmosphere, the passage of time and the needed texture, I have to stop being precious with the work and experiment with intuitive marks and different mediums. There must be a balanced dance between the light and dark. My endeavor in the end, however,  is to make sure the final strokes signify hope and resilience.” … So reads my artist statement for an upcoming gallery group show. Four piec...

 This is a little “potpourri” wall where some keepsakes, snapshots, and inspirations live. It is right next to my easel. I often put little works there that I think I’m finished with. As I work on something else, it’s in my peripheral vision. Sometimes it influences whatever I’m working on. Sometimes my eyes finally land on a problem area. And just sometimes… I force myself to leave it alone. Happy Friday, All! Art by Rachel Jones and Art

  Here is... The Wanderer. The Wanderer by Rachel Jones Detail by Rachel Jones The Wanderer is currently available through  ArtHarbor  .  This weekend was my first outdoor event in quite some time. I underestimated the heat and humidity and nearly suffered dearly. I will be more prepared next time. There was something great about engaging with people after so much isolation time. Speaking with those who appreciate your art and hearing specifics about what touch them is priceless. Not to mention the  advice from seasoned veterans of the market. I did not get to do the live painting as I hoped ( heat) but next time. But I did get to speak to people about being available  to teach again! Workshops, private lessons, ZOOM.... Let me know what you’re interested in and what would be most convenient and I’ll accommodate to the best of my ability. Personal art lessons are a great gift for the person that has almost everything!  Isn’t  it time for you to ...

There isn’t really a lot to say about this one. I think she is special. There are many fables and poems written about her, I’m quite sure.  Available through  Art Harbor Gallery  The Watcher On White Island Watercolor/Gold/Ink By Rachel Jones we can always do with a little bit of  HOPE