Welcome, y’all. I’m Rachel.

I'm an artist living in the Pacific Northwest. I've been painting, drawing, and doodling for as long as I can remember. My grandfather was a Master Carpenter who inspired my love of woodworking and all things handmade. 
I earned a degree in English Linguistics and Creative Writing at the University of Houston. I spent the next two years in graduate school, focusing my research on humanities and cross-cultural studies, with a particular fascination for gender and identity in the visual arts. 

Outside the studio, you can find me at my law firm, Arthouse Legal PLLC, offering legal guidance for the creative world. I’m also the Founder of Codie, a smart scheduling app built for neurodivergent minds.

Thank you for taking the time to explore my work. Every piece is personal, and your presence here makes the journey even more meaningful. I'm truly grateful.

Warmly,

Rachel


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Photo of Rachel Bender, a contemporary artist creating colorful, expressive original artwork and fine art prints inspired by emotion, place, and storytelling.
Photo of Rachel Bender, a contemporary artist creating colorful, expressive original artwork and fine art prints inspired by emotion, place, and storytelling.
A woman sitting at a white table, painting on paper with watercolor paints, surrounded by art supplies and a glass of water.