Articles Posted by Rachel Michelle

Rachel is a noted art advisor and writer. One of her ambitions is to educate the people of the Bay Area in supporting local emerging artists. She does this by writing about upcoming artists and working with private venues, buyers and galleries to introduce these exceptional artists and showcase their work.

  • The Strange World of Rob Reger

    by Rachel Michelle on Sep 30, 2013 | 5 Comments

    A mix of Alice in Wonderland, Tim Burton, Dr. Seuss and the depressed girl in your English class, artist Rob Reger has created a unique style all his own.

    Posted in Arts/Entertainment

  • Rodney Lough Jr. Wilderness Photographer

    by Rachel Michelle on Jun 24, 2013 | 7 Comments

    Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, Rodney Lough received a camera at a young age and began capturing Mother Nature’s beauty. In later years while hiking in Colorado, Rodney had a moment of clarity where he realized his true calling was photography.

    Posted in Arts/Entertainment

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    Fitting Tribute to Hendrix Ahead of Summer of Love Anniversary

    by Rachel Michelle on Mar 12, 2013 | 15 Comments

    In 2017, San Francisco will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Summer of Love, and with it the artistic renaissance of the hippie movement that began in summer of 1967. The Haight-Ashbury district was the center of it all, alive with music, psychedelic drugs, marijuana, sexual experimentation, political extremism, beatniks and hippies. It is a neighborhood that defines the culture of our city and where many people are still drawn to, longing for a glimpse of a memorable moment in San Francisco history.

    Posted in Arts/Entertainment, Culture

  • Diamond in the Rough: Justin Giarla Brightens Up the Tenderloin

    by Rachel Michelle on Feb 04, 2013 | 7 Comments

    Artist Justin Giarla made a bold choice to open a gallery in the Tenderloin district back in 2002 when he opened The Shooting Gallery. Other than the occasional drunks that may stumble in, Justin has had a great response from the neighborhood.

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  • Joan McLoughlin’s “Eterno” Exhibit, Truly Endless

    by Rachel Michelle on Jan 15, 2013 | 9 Comments

    Joan McLoughlin, owner of The McLoughlin Gallery at 49 Geary, is making her mark in the San Francisco Art community. In just a couple of years Joan has managed to become one of the top gallery owners in San Francisco, in one of the most prominent gallery districts

    Posted in Arts/Entertainment, Culture

  • Fog City Artist Brings Fog to Canvas

    by Rachel Michelle on Dec 15, 2012 | 8 Comments

    Bay Area artist Gregorio De Masi blows away the San Francisco art scene with a unique punk style and bringing true craftsmanship to each of his pieces.

    Posted in Arts/Entertainment