Collection: Rachel Donner - New Mexico

Rachel Donner’s work is defined by process and the sentimental experience of interacting with precious items on a daily basis. Whether it's the intimacy of touching a handmade vessel or watching the play of light over a sculpture in your home, her creations invite a deeper connection. Her canvases take many forms, from utilitarian pieces to purely decorative art. The surfaces, decorations, and paintings are driven by a sense of balance—knowing when to add more and when to remove completely.

Growing up in the small northern New Mexico town of Taos, Rachel lived on a ranch where she raised chickens, lambs, dogs, and horses from a young age. Fascinated by hands, cat whiskers, moss, patterns, teeth, and small things, she finds beauty in life's details. Beyond clay, Rachel enjoys cooking, reading, cloud watching, flowers, and making her own clothes.

"Creating something out of clay is like healing a wound. My work is dictated by process and the sentimental experience of interacting with precious items on a daily basis." - Rachel Donner