glimmer by Rachel T Robertson

Rare Device proudly presents glimmer by our very own Rachel T Robertson! Rachel is a San Francisco artist and maker who has equal passion for fine art and craft. Working in both two and three dimensions, Rachel creates pieces with depth, texture and simplicity. In her fine art, she focuses primarily on mixed media works that include watercolor, acrylic, drawing, collage and fiber, playing with both representational subjects and abstraction. Using an intuitive process, her mixed media pieces are slowly built up over time, creating layers of color, detail and texture.

“glimmer” is a collection of abstract pieces inspired by the glow of the sun, the changing light of the day and the effects of sunlight on the human made environment. 

Begun as an experiment in 2022 using only what materials she had left over from various Covid-era projects, this series has evolved over time to include 2 and 3 dimensional pieces as well as a site installation. "My greatest hope is to delight the viewer and create a “glimmer” for them when experienced."

A glimmer itself derives from the effect of light. One definition of it: “to glow faintly or flickeringly”; but Rachel also likes the reference that she learned about from Jason Logan who wrote “coined by Deb Dana, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in complex trauma, it’s like a trigger but the opposite. The micro-noticings or events that can reset your body and mind with joy rather than anxiety.” 

If you've seen our shop windows, you'll also recognize Rachel's work from the many fun designs she's created over the years. Rachel will be teaching a garland making workshop on Friday, March 21st, from 7-9. Click here for the Eventbrite page. 

Show Dates: February 28 - April 13
Opening Reception: Friday, February 28, 6-8pm

Read the artist interview.

Instagram: @racheltrobertson
Website: racheltrobertson.com