Rebecca Rosenthal
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Rebecca is a designer and visual artist from New York studying Design at the University of Texas at Austin.
My work explores the intersection of art and design, using my technical foundation as a fine artist to inform my approach to form, material, and composition. I draw from traditional artistic practices to guide my design decisions, grounding conceptual ideas in careful observation and craft.
I grew up with a deep love for painting and visual culture. Museums were a constant presence in my life, shaping how I understand space, narrative, and material. Early exposure to art history and studio practice trained my eye to notice detail, texture, and light, and it continues to influence how I approach both physical objects and graphic work.
As I move between fine art and design, I remain interested in how structure and emotion coexist. Whether working in oil paint, typography, or fabrication, I prioritize intentional form, material sensitivity, and thoughtful composition. My goal is to create work that feels both precise and expressive, balancing technical discipline with curiosity.
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BOOT STUDYOil on Canvas
BOOT STUDY
2023
Oil on Canvas
24” x 30”
Role
Artist
Skills
Oil Painting, Surface Preparation, Composition Development, Observational RenderingDESCRIPTION
Inspired by Van Gough’s treatment of everyday objects, this oil painting transforms a pair of worn boots into a narrative study. I used saturated color, expressive brushwork, and heightened contrast to elevate seemingly mundane footwear into a subject with presence and implied history. By emphasizing texture, weight, and subtle irregularities in the leather, the boots shift from functional objects to carriers of story and human experience.
Problem: Translate shoes into narrative to communicate time, use, and human presence.
Process: Conducted close observational study with emphasis on texture contrast between soft fabric folds and rigid, weathered leather. Controlled value range and edge variation to describe weight, abrasion, and structure while maintaining compositional balance.
Solution: A still life that reads as evidence. The boots feel inhabited, encouraging the viewer to question identity and imagine the life behind the object.