RTOWN
Grapevine, TX
BIO
Rachel Townsend, also known as RTown, is a multimedia artist based in North Texas. Her journey in art began at a remarkably young age, laying a strong foundation for her future career. Townsend furthered her artistic education at the University of North Texas, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree specializing in Drawing and Painting. After completing her studies, she embarked on a path that combined her passion for art with entrepreneurship. Starting with selling her artwork, Townsend eventually established her own studio and showroom.
Located on historic downtown Main Street in Grapevine, Texas, RTown Gallery not only serves as a showcase for Townsend's own work but also provides a platform for local artists to exhibit their creations. Townsend has embraced the role of curator, actively connecting art enthusiasts with a diverse range of artists and their unique perspectives. Her gallery has become a hub for artistic expression and community engagement, reflecting Townsend's dedication to fostering creativity and supporting fellow artists. Through RTown Gallery, Townsend continues to make a significant impact on the local art scene in North Texas.
STATEMENT
"I am a multimedia artist inspired by the complexity of human nature and chaos theory, more specifically the butterfly effect. Without prior planning, I create works spontaneously, with each brushstroke or creative choice feeding off the marks made prior. Like the choices we as humans make in life, each layer and decision shapes the direction of where each piece will go. I like to view each art piece as an entity, with each artwork taking on a personality of ‘their’ own. Starting with similar materials, and similar methods for making, they turn out different by happenstance, always creating their own story. My art is a story of choices told in the language of design through color, texture, and pattern. My work parallels the shared human experience of ‘choice’ and the outcomes that follow, like the butterfly effect."
