About Rachel
Rachel Kantner, known professionally as Rachel Majesty, is a multimedia artist. Born in Bloomsburg, PA, and now based in Lancaster, PA, Rachel creates a realm of magical tales rooted in often overlooked, mundane references. Through her storytelling, she revitalizes invisible subjects, transforming them into enchanting artifacts.
A key focus of Rachel's current work is her series of small, custom portraits, where she captures the essence of pets and people in dreamy, vibrant compositions. These miniature wood panel paintings, meticulously crafted with a balance of precision and whimsy, have become highly sought-after pieces. Rachel is refining her speed and technique, aspiring to create live, on-site portraits in the future.
Heavily influenced by the dark and whimsical energy of Salem, MA, and the haunting beauty of the Lancaster Cemetery, Rachel’s work channels a unique blend of folklore, the supernatural, and dreamlike storytelling. Her work is currently featured at Urban Arts House and Levengood’s in Lancaster, PA, and starting in May, she will also be showcasing at Hive & Forge in Salem, MA.
Rachel regularly participates in art shows and conventions across the United States and hosts solo exhibitions in Lancaster, PA. Earlier in her career, she focused on fiber arts, with her work published in books and magazines such as Intertwined by Lexi Boeger and Fine Living Lancaster.
Active in her local community, Rachel is a dedicated supporter of Humane Pennsylvania and serves as President of the Lancaster, PA Artist Society. She frequently collaborates on creative projects with her partner, Damian Sorrow.
The Work
Rachel’s most prized possession is a 1990s VHS tape capturing camcorder footage of two lesbians in their 60s rehearsing clown routines. The tape ends with skits being performed at their official clown school classes. This rare footage, alongside other niche subjects, serves as inspiration. She invites her audience to explore her eclectic collection of interests and characters showcased in her work.
Her work creates a realm of magical tales rooted in overlooked mundane references. Through storytelling, she breathes new life into invisible subjects, transforming them into magical artifacts.
In her multimedia painting practice, she draws from references from her camcorder footage collection—like toys, houses, and yards. Her paintings integrate ink, pencil, and pastel. Recently, she’s introduced paper mache, handspun newspaper, and textured paper borders to create dimension.
A key focus of Rachel's current work is her series of small, custom portraits, where she captures the essence of pets and people in dreamy, vibrant compositions. Painted on tiny primed wood panels, these miniature works blend her signature surreal style with a personal touch, making them highly sought-after keepsakes. Rachel continues refining her speed and technique, aspiring to create live, on-site portraits in the future.
Collectors can buy originals with a click of a button, and a list of her available works and pricing is in her portfolio.
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Upcoming Events
Rachel shows work in galleries and vends at art shows and conventions all over the United States. She hosts her own solo exhibitions at the Pop Up Shop & Southern Market in Lancaster, PA. She is involved in her local community and supportive of Humane Pennsylvania (animal advocates), Polkadot Powerhouse (a women’s networking group), and the Lancaster, PA Artist Society. Come and experience the magic of Rachel's art at our events! You won't want to miss it!
