I’ve never been to Paris in the springtime, but in my dreams this is what it’s like! The cheerful color of cherry blossoms line the sidewalks. Birds are chirping to the soft accordion music that fills the air. Historic buildings & beautiful architecture are waiting around every corner. Cafes on cobblestone streets welcome you in with a bottle of wine & a baguette. C'est magnifique! Someday I’ll put a beret on a French poodle and take a springtime stroll through the city of love! Until then I can only imagine how wonderful Paris is in the spring. To all my Parisian friends, or friends who simply love poodles or Paris, this one is for you! Happy Spring! 

PS As you can see, I’ve included as many French things that I could think of…including my poorly painted French manicure. Don’t you dare judge! As a fun little game, watch closely & see if you can find the hidden French mustache!!

My heart is saddened by the recent attacks on Paris. I’ve been traveling & away from my studio since the tragedies took place last Friday. Over the past week I’ve been comforted by the acts of love & unity in a moment of hate & evil. I created this piece as a way to send my love & condolences to Paris. Your unity is admirable and, as you’ve proven before by the strength of your country, you will triumph over evil! My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Love, Rachel

A special note to my followers - please know that I care equally for all who are lost in attacks around the world. This animation was made out of my love for someone I know who was directly affected by the bombings in Paris. In creating this piece I am not ignoring the other countries & people who are being attacked.

I’ve been a busy bee preparing for this exciting moment! *drum roll, please* Today’s the grand opening of my very own online art shop!! I’ve remastered my travel postcards and am now offering them as prints & canvases of all sizes. Over the last year I’ve traveled to Paris, London, Italy, Germany, Iceland, Las Vegas & New York. All along the way I created illustrations of the sights to be seen! Now, thanks to the rad shops of threadless, I’m able to offer them as pieces of art for your walls! Please stop by my shop and say hello (cute dogs are welcome, too!) PS More cities are soon to come, I’m just deciding where I want to travel next! Where do you think I should go?

The Art Shop: http://rachelryle.com/shop