About Rachel
Rachel Kantner, known professionally as Rachel Majesty, is a multimedia artist with a successful Etsy shop called CryptoMajesty, inspired by Cryptozoology. 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.
Rachel's work is featured at Third Story Gallery in Lancaster, PA, and she regularly participates in art shows and conventions across the United States. She also hosts solo exhibitions at the Pop Up Shop and Southern Market in Lancaster, PA. Earlier in her career, Rachel focused on fiber arts, with her work published in various books and magazines such as Intertwined by Lexi Boeger & Fine Living Lancaster.
Active in her local community, Rachel is a dedicated supporter of Humane Pennsylvania and President of Lancaster, PA Artist Society.
(Photo by Mark Pontz)
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.
Featured Items for Purchase
Collectors can buy originals with a click of a button, and a list of her available works and pricing is in her portfolio. You can buy prints, patches, and other things in her Etsy shop. Click below for a list of available items!
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!
