This episode features California-based artist Rachel McDaniel, the creative behind RMarie Artistry. Rachel shares how her artistic path has unfolded—from childhood competitions to college critiques, through the challenges of corporate life, motherhood, grief, and rediscovery. With honesty and warmth, she opens up about how art became both a lifeline and a joyful calling.
We chat about her transition from calligraphy to landscapes, navigating commissions, staying grounded through movement and humour, and her spiritual connection to creativity. Whether you’re an artist, a parent, or someone craving a more meaningful creative life, Rachel’s story will inspire you to trust the slow unfolding of your own path.
Listen in as we explore:
Why Rachel returned to art after becoming a mum
How grief and anxiety reshaped her creative journey
Building a business through commissions and trust
Balancing humour, vulnerability, and professionalism on social media
Her love for creating meaningful, personal art
Reclaiming identity beyond motherhood
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