Description This digital art collage has been using hand painted elements, fabric, lace, vintage ephemera, and a vintage photogragh of a lighthouse.I became inspired to make this collage after talking to my friend Beth. She was reflecting on her life and her recent medical condition, and she stated that she was grateful for all the wonderful people in her life who have been her beacons. She went on further to explain that many of the people in her life have served as light houses who have guided her alone the way. I thought, how cool is that! What a great analogy, and when I think about it I too have had my fair share of light houses in my life, and in the future I hope to see many more. In life I think its easy to focus on what we dont have or how people have wronged us, but what about all the people who have guided us along the way?
Rachel Bradley, Portland Oregon Member Since May 2012 Artist Statement Hello my name is Rachel, and I love to create! My digital art collages are one more extension of my creative nature. I incorporate vintage images, ephemera, fabrics, lace, specialty papers, stamps, handmade cut outs, and my own personal artwork into my collages. My pieces are extremely personalized and truly one of a kind. Through my art work, I explore images meanings and the world around me. I hope that my work nourishes your heart and spirit, as it does mine.