Biography

Rachel Cox is a ceramic and mixed media artist who creates work for exhibitions, residences, and hospitality commissions. She studied ceramics at City College of San Francisco and independently while traveling in Mexico and Central America. She has a BA from Brandeis University and an MFA from Oregon College of Art and Craft / Pacific Northwest College of Art. She has exhibited in California, Oregon, and Washington. She also has worked in several roles in education, arts, and environmental institutions. Rachel is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Artist Statement

Drawing upon spiritual traditions, contemporary design, and natural forms, I create art that invites reflection. Archetypes and patterns are features of my work; spheres and circles are motifs representing wholeness, connection, and equanimity. I vary between intuitive and structured approaches in my clay work, hand-building forms with coils and slabs and slip-casting using handmade molds. Whether I am creating sculptural or functional pieces in clay, painting with watercolor, or sewing on paper, my process is detailed and deliberate.

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Commissions

I partner with art advisors, interior designers, and collectors to plan, produce, and install original artwork. I have created residential and hospitality commissions and am interested in collaborations with other artists, designers, and businesses. Please complete the contact form to inquire.