Rebecca Rosenthal
rebrose245@gmail.com
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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.
CV
OMELETTE SPATULA
OMELETTE SPATULA
2026
Role
Designer
Skills
Wood Fabrication, Product Design, Physical Prototyping, Scale Modeling, Wood Cutting and Shaping Adobe Illustrator, AI Image PromptingDESCRIPTION
This project explores functional object design through the redesign of a common kitchen tool. I developed and fabricated a wooden spatula with a focus on performance, ergonomics, and material sensitivity. By analyzing the mechanics of flipping an omelette, I rethought the proportions and surface area of the traditional spatula to improve stability and control during use.
Problem:Standard spatulas often taper too narrowly or lack sufficient surface area, causing the omelette to fold unevenly or slide off during rotation. The challenge was to increase support while maintaining maneuverability and comfort in the hand.
Process:I studied the motion of an omelette flip, focusing on surface coverage, blade angle, and wrist alignment. Using Illustrator, I drafted multiple profile variations to test width and curvature before fabricating prototypes in the woodshop. Through iterative cutting, shaping, sanding, and testing, I refined the blade’s dimensions to balance stability with control. I applied wood stain to seal and finish the final form.
Solution: The final spatula features a widened, subtly angled blade that supports the full diameter of the omelette and distributes weight evenly during rotation. The design improves functional performance while maintaining a clean, intentional form.