About the Artist:

Rachel Piering was born in Indiana but since childhood has lived in South and Central Florida. She is a sister to three brothers with a mom who has set the example for living life to the fullest. Rachel graduated from Stetson University with an M.B.A. and minor in Fine Art. Her career in business and art began as Gallery Manager at Hoy Poloi Gallery in Orlando.

In 2005, Rachel transitioned a drawing into her first painting titled “Love: Logic or Passion?” She hasn't stopped painting since and has developed an artistic style that is easily recognizable and uniquely her own. Rachel has participated in several juried group and solo exhibitions at numerous galleries throughout Florida. Her love for travel provoked a desire for national and international exposure. Rachel exhibited at the Chicago Tribune Art Festival in Chicago and at a solo exhibition in Honduras. She is a two time grant recipient from the Broward County Board of County Commissioners. The D.B.A. 2010 exhibition is her first experience as curator of a group show.

Through her chosen medium of acrylic on canvas, she addresses topics such as Sociology, specifically the role of women; and the Environment. Artwork is categorized into three series: "Art for Life" - "Ladies" - "Enviro-Art." Her artistic style is bright and bold incorporating blended colors, clean lines and texturized accents. Female forms are a representation of beauty and portals for communicating reality in an unrealistic way. Rachel’s tag line sums it up: Love to Live. Live to Learn. Learn to Love.