After building a career in business, I realized the part of me asking for attention had never changed. Art quietly followed me through every meeting, email, and phone call, patiently waiting for me to come back. I never dreamed of spending my days on a beach. I dreamed of spending them at an easel.

As a child, I loved drawing and making things with my hands. My mother taught me how to plant and tend a flower garden, nurturing an appreciation for color, light, and the quiet beauty found in nature. Those early experiences shaped not only what I love to paint, but also the way I see.

I've learned not to rush past the things that catch my eye. A shaft of light across a flower, weathered layers of ancient stone, or a resilient plant growing where it seems impossible can stop me in my tracks. Those moments of discovery often become the beginning of a painting. Today, I create art that celebrates beauty, invites wonder, and encourages people to pause long enough to truly see the world around them.

Artist Bio:

Rachel Pisciotta is a Raleigh, North Carolina artist whose work is inspired by the beauty, color, and quiet wonder of the natural world. She studied art at Alfred University as part of its Bachelor of Fine Arts program, laying the foundation for a lifelong creative practice.

In addition to her own studio work, Rachel enjoys teaching young artists, encouraging them to develop technical skills while giving them the freedom to explore their own ideas, imagination, and creative voice.

Her portfolio includes landscapes, florals, abstract works, and mixed media explorations, with a particular love for bold color and expressive composition. She also creates multi-panel works designed to be displayed together or individually and continues to explore printmaking as part of her artistic practice.

When she is not in the studio, Rachel can often be found hiking, tending her flower gardens, playing tennis, practicing yoga, or spending time with family.