Rachel Thomas finds inspiration in the movement and patterns in nature, the changing of seasons and light; she is influenced by new sights, sounds, tastes and colour. A main source of inspiration, these experiences come alive in her paintings.

Rachel Thomas studied Surface Pattern and Textile Design at Great Yarmouth College of Art and Design and Batley School of Art, West Yorkshire. She was a finalist in the House and Gardens Young Designer of the Year and went to work in the Kings Road, London as an interior designer. Rachel started painting full time in 1989 after leaving her role in London and moving to Barbados for several months. It was in Barbados that Rachel started to paint and exhibit on a regular basis, inspired by empty beaches and the thrill of climbing a new hill or mountain just to catch a glimpse of what’s on the other side.

Rachel produces large evocative semi-abstract canvases, using her own distinctive palette.