Hello there!

You can call me Rain! I’m a fine artist who specializes in painting stylized, dream-like landscapes. I work with both traditional and digital mediums, primarily acrylic on wood panel. I enjoy exploring illustration and animation as well. My creative journey is a lifelong pursuit of free expression and bringing my ideal world to life.

My Vision: A World of Tranquility and Wonder

I think of each piece as a glimpse into a different part of the same universe. These environments aren’t necessarily designed to represent a specific place, but to instead embody a feeling. My favorite scenes to paint are atmospheric, picturesque, and have a feeling of seclusion. These places are often beautifully isolated because I find peace within solitude. I aim to create worlds I can get lost in. Ones where I can immerse myself when I need an escape from the mundanity and stressors of life.

I hope my paintings can offer a similar refuge for others. My wish is for my artwork to not only bring beauty into the home, but to serve as a bridge to serenity. It’s an invitation for others to create their own sanctuary within their space for I believe that everyone has a right to peace and happiness. I want my work and artistic journey to inspire others to pursue their dreams and freely walk their own path to fulfillment as well as be comfortable with their authentic selves.

Ultimately, I want the world that I paint to be the world in reality.

My Inspirations

A variety of sources spark my imagination, but video games are one of the biggest influences. I’m drawn to games with vast, immersive worlds and engaging stories. There is no feeling like exploring a brand new world for the first time and making new discoveries. Some of my favorites include Metroid Prime, Okami, and The Legend of Zelda series. I also hold a great love for video game soundtracks. Listening to this music is often when my mind wanders. In the same way it enhances a game experience, it is key to enhancing my painting experience as well.

I have a fascination with visual storytelling that extends to characters, character design, and animation. I enjoy merging elements of illustration and anime with both my traditional and digital painting. These passions also led to me exploring the avenue of being a vtuber. (Virtual youtuber) My character is another way to express my creativity and is an extension of myself.

Of course, the boundless beauty of nature is a constant source of inspiration. A crashing waterfall into a flowing river. Flower petals floating on the surface of a pond. A quiet, barren desert. A misty forest. A snowy mountainscape. Leaves dancing in the wind. Moonlight reflecting off the ocean. The sound of gentle rainfall. (Can you tell I have an affinity for water?) I love to capture beautiful moments in nature, both big and small.