UpComing Show
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“Emergence”
In collaboration with COPA Madison
A group art show and live demonstration collaboration featuring 12 local and emerging artists
2841 Index Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53713
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Don’t miss out on an intimate experience with the artists as they collaborate on a singular work live and display a compilation of works. Works will be for sale. Share, spread the word, and come out! See you guys then!
Paintings
Yellow Leg (Oil and Flashe on Shaped Wood Pannel - approximately 2x3 feet)
About The Artist
Background
Hi, I’m Rachael Hunter, a painter from Minnesota, currently a senior at UW Madison in Wisconsin. Growing up as an only child in the Midwest, I spent a lot of time outdoors, letting my imagination run wild. That playful, sometimes eerie world of make-believe still influences my art. Creativity has always been a constant, thanks largely to my mother, who once dreamed of being an artist but was discouraged by a professor in college. Her story inspired me to embrace my own creativity, no matter what.
Style and Process
I love painting figures in slightly unsettling or ambiguous situations, using bold colors—especially blues and reds—to add intrigue. I paint expressively and intuitively, sometimes with a plan and sometimes just seeing where it goes. My focus is more on capturing a feeling or atmosphere than on details, blending vibrant, surreal scenes with intense colors to create something that feels striking and a bit thought-provoking. I mostly work in oil, acrylic, and flashe paints, following whatever feels exciting in the moment and leaving space for people to bring their own interpretations.
Inspiration
I find inspiration all around me—from my friends and the stories they share to the everyday moments that stick with me. I often paint people I know, capturing their dreams, quirks, and even little pieces of their lives. My friends, classmates, and professors all play a big part in shaping what I create. Making art with others is something I love too; there’s something so inspiring about collaborating and bouncing ideas around. All these influences come together in my work, making it a mix of the people, places, and stories that fill my life.
Commissions
Pricing
Prices will vary depending on the medium (Oil, Acrylic, Flashe, or Pen and Ink) and subject. If you are interested in a commission, please fill out my contact form, attach any images you would like me to reference, and indicate what medium you would like. The pricing below is for acrylic specifically.
Small Painting
75+
9x12 inches
Medium Painting
150+
16x20 inches
Large Painting
400+
Anything over 18x24 inches
Final price will be agreed on after consultation and shipping is not included.
Sketchbook Highlights
Sylvia Fein (Acrylic on Paper)
Highlights
Group Show - Advanced Painting Workshop
Group Show - Advanced Painting Workshop
Group Show - Advanced Painting Workshop
In November, Rachael Hunter showcased work in This Wordless Earth, the Advanced Painting Workshop group show for the APW class taught by professors Fred Stonehouse and Leslie Smith
Open Studio Day at UW Madison
Group Show - Advanced Painting Workshop
Group Show - Advanced Painting Workshop
Rachael Hunter shares insights about her work for UW–Madison's Open Studio Day
As Long As It's Safe To Do So
Solo Art Show and Mixer at Delta Beer Lab
Solo Art Show and Mixer at Delta Beer Lab
In collaboration with Eli's Art Supplies - A group art show and live painting demonstration collaboration featuring
Rachael Hunter, Mary Chains, and R-Lo
Solo Art Show and Mixer at Delta Beer Lab
Solo Art Show and Mixer at Delta Beer Lab
Solo Art Show and Mixer at Delta Beer Lab
Rachael's first solo art show and mixer was a blast! It was a night of drawing and coloring together, good beer, and great company. Rachael's paintings will be up through Febuary 2025.
Contact Me
Prefer to meet for coffee?
I would be happy to meet in person to discuss commissions, potential purchases of my artwork, or other opportunities. If you're local to the Madison area, let's grab a coffee and chat.
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