Rachel Smith Maher ~ Artist and Poet

Beyond thrilled to see my painting "Yellow Buoy" don the cover of the inaugural edition of Frost Meadow Review!  You can subscribe and be surprised by the literary treats inside by following this link: https://frostmeadowreview.com/shop/

The largest cruise ship to dock in Portland Maine made her way past Portland Headlight this morning.  My friend, the director of Cruise Maine USA, commissioned me to capture its maiden voyage to Portland Harbor.  The ship sits 200 feet above sea level, with Portland Headlight's height capping out at 100 feet.  Whereas the ship had never come to port, I had to use my imagination to capture her arrival on canvas.  I was fortunate to watch the ship's arrival at dawn this morning.  The sunrise was amazing!  Orange and bright...a perfect Maine summer morning!  This photo is quite grainy, but it captures the essence of the passage.  Here she is heading toward the Ocean Gateway terminal, with Fort Gorges on the horizon.  One more view...this from 310 feet above water.  The North Star viewing pod was a real hilight of the day.  Our tour graciously included a trip high above the city.  This photo looks back toward Portland Headlight. It was such a special day:  touring the ship, meeting

My latest project is called  Using Your Wings So special, it needs its own website. Following my passion to promote art as a way to develop resilience in times of crises. We all need a new perspective on life sometimes,  don't we? Click on the link...view my latest body of work...consider the message...share your thoughts. Grateful, always, for those who follow my journey.                     Photo of the local hummingbird from last summer.  I love the shadow of her wings on her body.  Soon I will capture it on canvas. 

Yellow Buoy I 14'x16" Black metal frame/white mat $300 As we set up the board, I reached for the brightest Trivial Pursuit game piece.  My opponent commented, "Yellow!  That's a healing color!" That statement pops into my head more often than not when my mind has focused on the color yellow, even though more than a quarter century has passed since we played that game one Sunday afternoon. Sunflower Gold 8"x8" Modern Gallery wood/canvas $115 Golden, lemon, sunshine.    Light, glowing, dawn. Amber, saffron, sand. Crystal, canary, cream. Sunflower, Daffodil, Pansy, Crocus, Black-Eyed Susan, Daylily,  Coreopsis, Tansy, Buttercup. Just thinking about the essence of yellow, and all its alternative names, brings daylight to my soul.    Sunflower Barn  11"x14" Soft Gold metal frame w/mat $175                                                                              Science has studied the effect of color on moods, even appetites.  I'm drawn to

Celebrating pears!  Here are a few samples of the little original watercolors I'm painting each day for the 29 days of February. Matted to 5"x7", each will be sold for $29 to anyone who wants to join in the fun!   Send me an email ~~  I'll share all the details!  dragonflyartsofmaine@yahoo.com

Introducing the 29 Pears Project! For the 29 days of February, I'll be creating 29 pear paintings, each to be sold for $29. This special offer works this way: If you're interested in purchasing one of these original, 5"x7", matted, unframed pear paintings, send me a message, or comment below. The first person to make a request and send payment will receive pear painting #1. Second person will receive pear painting #2, and so on. Although you won't be able to see the pain ting prior to purchase, you can be assured that it will delight the viewer and, obviously, be on the subject of pears! The $29 purchase price includes all tax and shipping. I will post sample photos every few days. It is a fabulous way to own an original watercolor...or give as a gift! I am ever grateful for all who follow me on my artistic journey! Thanks so much!