Sierra Raine
Visual Artist
My childhood home was high energy, and I often struggled to control my emotions in the chaotic environment. Never being taught coping mechanism forced me to find them on my own and it was acrylic paint that showed me the way. The fluidity of the medium allowed me to express some of that bottled-up energy in a controlled way. For me, art is a therapeutic method. Creating work adds an action to my emotion that solidifies it in real time, which then allows me to reflect as I look back at the experience.
Get to know my art
My Canvas
I specialize in acrylic paint on canvas! I enjoy using oil paint and ceramics as ways of expressing myself, too!
While I've been trained in many mediums, I am so enchanted by the fluidity and organic push of acrylic paint. I am able to move my hands, body, and mind harmonously as I work and feel the essence of the ocean as I do. The ability to transform a white blank canvas into an expression of my soul is important for me as an artist.
Galleries and
Exhibits
My journey so far
Education
2023
- One accepted piece into a group juried show in the Edna Carlsten Art Gallery at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point in Stevens Point, Wisconsin.
- Two accepted works accepted into a group juried show called “Visions XXIV” at the River Front Arts Center in Stevens Point, Wisconsin.
- Three works accepted into the “2023 Summer Invitational Show for student work Exhibition,” at the Agnes Jones Gallery located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin.
2022
- Solo Exhibition at Main Street Nutrition in Stevens Point, Wisconsin.
- Completed my Bachelors in Fine Art at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Mural Projects
I completed a three piece mural for UWSP.
The projects initiative was to add some color on campus through art!
Stevens Point started a project called UnWasted. The initiative is to turn something with negative stigma, like the garbage truck, and bring a more positive light to them! My piece was selected to be a part of this project.
My work
In the coral reef
Dimensions: 24 x 48
Acrylic on Canvas
Year: 2024
never ending wave
Dimensions: 16x24
Modeling paste and acrylic on canvas
Year: 2023
Octopus floating
Dimensions: 11x14
Colored pencils on Bristol board
Year: 2023
Sea turtle on the surface
Dimensions: 11”x 14”
Colored pencil on Bristol Board
Year: 2023
Connection
Dimensions: 11”x14”
Colored pencil on Bristol Board
Year: 2023
the beginning
Dimensions: 11x14
Colored pencil on Bristol board
Year: 2023
Three flowers
Dimensions: 7” x 7”
Acrylic on Wood cut, resin sealed
Year: 2021
eagle hunting
Dimensions: 8” x 12”
Acrylic on wood cut, resin sealed
Year: 2022
Bell Flowers
Dimensions: 8” x 12”
Acrylic on wood cut
Year: 2021
the beginning ofthe end
Dimensions: 36x48
Acrylic on canvas
Year: 2022
I allow my emotions to guide me in my work. The essence of the ocean and its life forms inspire me to create.
It’s not just the ocean… I find inspiration in my Wisconsin roots as well. Wisconsin is rich with wildlife, flowers, and lakes.
contact me
If you are interested in buying any of my work, commissioning a specific piece, or even just to chat about art, feel free to give me a shout on any of my social media!
