An exploration of Nature’s Color and Texture.
When Rian was struggling as a child, her grandfather was her rock. Through quiet observation, Grappy showed Rian a world in which animals and plants could become constant inspiration.
These lessons are the foundation of Rian’s work: exploring the colors, textures, and wonder of the natural world.
Note: Rian happily accepts commissions.
Cactus Portraits
When Rian moved to Baja California Sur in 2021, she began falling in love with cacti in her new home. The ancient and diverse species were new to Rian, but she was in awe of the way they could survive for hundreds of years in these harsh environments.
In this series, Rian explores the cacti of BCS .
Nopal on textured pink and yellow background.
Oil paint on canvas
20 inches square
Barrel cactus, view from the top, on textured background of bold blues and oranges
Oil on canvas
20 inches square
A stately cardon giant surrounded by blues and purples pulsating from its ancient trunk.
Oil paint on canvas
3ft by 5ft, large painting
Barrel cactus on a bright background of blues, purples, and pinks
Oil paint on canvas
20 cm square, small painting
Nopal on textured purple and blue background.
Oil paint on canvas
20 inches square
Nopal, also called a prickly pear, on a highly textured light rose background
Oil paint on canvas
20 cm square, small painting
Choyero cactus on a bright background of pinks and purples.
Oil paint on canvas
20 cm square, small painting
