Join multidisciplinary artist Rachel Gloria Adams for a discussion exploring the intersections of color, memory, and nature in her creative practice. Known for her vibrant and intentional use of color, Rachel will discuss how biophilia—the innate human connection to nature—informs her work as she transforms interior spaces to evoke the outdoors.

Through abstract forms and thoughtful color schemes, Rachel distills memories and sensations into visual stories. She’ll unpack her process of evoking emotions and sensations through color, from the intuitive to the technical.

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Rachel’s unique approach to art-making, design, and storytelling through color. Perfect for artists, makers, and color enthusiasts of all kinds, this conversation is sure to inspire creative play.

Date
Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Time
5 pm – 6:30 pm ET

Location
Zoom, a link will be sent to participants the week before the lecture

Cost
Tickets for this event are sold on a sliding scale with a suggested donation of $25, but if you wish to pay less or more than the suggested donation, you may select a different amount from the drop down menu. As always, we are grateful for your support, which ensures the continuation and preservation of textile knowledge. Thank you for making this series possible. 

Tatter Library is a registered 501(c)3. Our speaker series is part of our community programming and proceeds support the continued success of our talks with artists, scholars, and historians we admire. For this event, all ticket proceeds will go towards keeping this series alive. 

Recording

This artist talk will be recorded. A link to the recording will be emailed to all those who register following the live session. This link is live for one month for you to watch at your convenience.

Our Speaker

Rachel Gloria Adams is a multidisciplinary artist living in Portland, ME. Adams has developed a vibrant, graphic pattern-based visual language filled with references to the natural world and motherhood that posses an heirloom quality. Her work takes form by way of quilting, painting, design and murals.

She moved to Maine in 2005 to pursue her BFA from the Maine College of Art and Design. She has gone on to exhibit artwork at the Portland Museum of Art, Space Gallery, Center for Maine Contemporary Art and Dowling Walsh. She has attended residencies at Speedwell, Pace House and is an Indigo Arts Alliance David C Driscoll Fellow. In addition to her studio practice, Adams has been commissioned to create murals for several institutions including the Children’s Museum of Portland, Farnsworth Museum and Worcester Art Museum.

*This artist talk will be recorded. A link to the recording will be emailed to all those who register following the live session. This link is live for one month for you to watch at your convenience.